Transcript TABE Out-of-Range Scores April 2011

TABE Out-of-Range Scores
April 2011
Objectives
• Address the issues surrounding Out-of-Range TABE
scores
• Answer questions submitted by providers
• Provide updated information from McGraw-Hill
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FAQ-How do I prevent out-of-range scores
on the pre-test?
Make sure a student is taking the appropriate
level TABE. Here’s why:
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To best inform instruction
To ensure the best diagnostic
To maximize student progression toward goals
To minimize re-testing by preventing out-ofrange scores
• To place in appropriate NRS level
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FAQ-How do I choose the appropriate
level TABE?
Use information gleaned from orientation and
the Locator along with professional judgment
to determine the appropriate level of the
TABE to administer.
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Getting to know the student
Orientation Tips:
• Discuss academic, career and work
experience
o Washington 13 http://www.kyae.ky.gov/NR/rdonlyres/994A1E33-E8DF-4AF8B534-008D892C5F10/0/Washington13.pdf
o Develop your own questionnaire
o Power Path Screenings*
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Choosing the Appropriate Level Test
Locator = Levels E, M, D or A
Word List = Level L
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FAQ- How do I get the most accurate
results from the Locator?
• Tell students not to guess at an answer
• Administer in a proctored and timed
environment
• Be cognizant of behavior and mental and
physical well being
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Cut Score Results
Some programs have discovered making slight adjustments to the
Locator cut scores may result in more accurate placement. One
example is
Modified Applied Mathematics
• 4-6
TABE Level E
• 7-8
TABE Level M
• 9-13*
TABE Level D
• 14-16* TABE Level A
*Modified range
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Other Cut Score Suggestions
Consider:
• Using additional questions or teacher-made
quiz
• Adjusting for scores that occur at the low end
of each range of scores
• Using professional judgment to ensure
proper test selection for each student
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FAQ- Can I use the 7&8 Locator with the
9&10 TABE tests?
YES.
TABE representatives have assured KYAE that
the 7&8 Locator may be used in conjunction
with the 9&10 tests.
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FAQ– What if a student takes the “wrong
level” of TABE?
Repeat initial assessment with correct TABE level (whole
test or individual subject area(s), as needed)
Example:
Locator  student should take TABE D in all areas, BUT
9D results  Math Scale Score 438
Since 438 is out of range for the TABE D, then Math subtest score/info is not
accurate. Student should be re-tested on the TABE M for Math. TABE D
math score should NOT be used as the enrollment score.
It is important that the lowest area be accurate.
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TABE Levels/Content Ranges
L
E
M
D
A
0.0 – 1.9
2.0 – 3.9
4.0 – 5.9
6.0 – 8.9
9.0 – 12.9
Literacy
Easy
Medium
Difficult
Advanced
(These “cut points” refer to the student “score” point at which you
should consider shifting from one level of the test to another.)
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Out of Range Scores
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FAQ- How do I prevent out-of-range
scores on the progress test?
For consistent problems with out-of-range
scores on progress tests consider these
three factors:
1. Was the student’s pre-test score in the
lower, middle or high range of that level?
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FAQ- How do I prevent out-of-range
scores on the progress test?
2. Does the content of the instruction and the
content covered by the assessment match?
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FAQ- How do I prevent out-of-range
scores on the progress test?
3. How do you determine when a student is
ready for a progress test?
• Hours of attendance
• Use of formative assessments
• Mastery of all content measured by the
assessment
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Questions??????
If you have a specific question regarding TABE
testing, please direct it to KYAE staff.
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