Reading and Math TestsFall 2013

Reading MAP Test

Mon Sept 23: 8th Grade

Tues Sept 24: 7th Grade

Wed Sept 25: 6th Grade

Math MAP Test

Thur Sept 26: 7th Grade

Fri Sept 27: 8th Grade

Mon Sept 30: 6th Grade

Students will be called down to the testing center, which is in the library, sometime throughout the day. Testing is not necessarily done alphabetically.

You will receive a testing pass, which basically looks like your schedule.

When you receive your testing pass, put all your belongings in your locker and report to the testing center.

The testing center is located in the library. However, DO NOT USE THE MAIN LIBRARY ENTRANCE!! It will be closed!

Students will enter the testing center through the back of the library, which is across from Room 603 and 604. Look for signs pointing you in the right direction!

Once you arrive to the testing center, an adult will let you know what you will need to do next.

When you arrive to the testing center, you may be asked to wait for a few minutes until a computer becomes available.

When you enter the testing center, you need to be quiet and respectful to the other students already testing.

Once you are directed to a computer, you will need to log yourself on to begin your test.

Enter your EDUID# (not your student ID#) or your last name to log on.

A list of names will appear. Click on your name and then click “next.” Your name should then appear in a large box on the screen.

BE SURE TO CHECK THAT YOUR NAME APPEARS! If another name appears, raise your hand and wait for a proctor to help you!

If your name is in the box, click “Start Test.”

You will have enough time to read and answer all the questions.

Be sure to read the directions to each item first, then the problem, and finally, read ALL of the answer choices.

Use your best test-taking skills if you don’t know an answer to a question.

Both the reading and the math tests are designed to show us not only what you DO know, but also what you struggle with and DON’T know.

Questions will become more and more difficult and are designed so that you are only able to answer half of them correctly!

Therefore, try not to become discouraged when the questions become difficult. Just do the best you can!

Each test should take about an hour to complete.

Tests are not timed and you will be given the amount of time you need to complete each test.

Take both tests seriously! You may be placed in a reading lab or math lab based on your performance.

There are many ways to choose your answer:

◦Use your mouse and click the item

◦Type in the number and hit enter

◦Use your arrow keys and hit enter

There are two ways to move on to the next question:

◦Use your mouse to click on the “Go On” button.

◦Press the “Enter” key on the keyboard.

You may click on as many answers to a question as you like, but once you click “Go On” or press “Enter,” you are finished with that question.

Your answer is locked and you cannot go back to a previous question!!!

You cannot skip questions.

When you come to the end of the test, your score will be displayed.

DO NOT press any keys or click any buttons once this happens.

Please raise your hand and the proctor will come to you.

If you have any questions or concerns during your test, please raise your hand and a proctor will come to you.

We are not allowed to provide you with any additional information during the test.

We cannot help you with the meaning of any words.

Students will first take the Reading MAP test.

There are 42 questions on the reading test.

Some reading passages may be too long to fit on to the screen at the same time.

In this case, use the scroll bar on the right-hand side of the screen to scroll down so that the whole passage and matching question are displayed.

You may see the same passage repeated with different questions. This is okay.

This probably will not ever happen, but should you come across a question that appears to be missing answers, questions, or instructions, raise your hand so we can help you.

The second test you will take is the math test.

There are 52 questions on this test.

You will be provided with scratch paper and a pencil. Raise your hand if you need additional paper.

If you are unsure about a word in a math question, raise your hand and an adult can pronounce the word for you. We cannot tell you what the word means and we cannot explain any symbols.

For some questions, a calculator will appear on the screen. You may use the calculator, but you are not required to do so.

When the calculator pops us, it is not a HINT to use it. It’s simply there if you want to use it.

If you want to remove it from your screen, click the “Hide Calculator” button at the bottom of the screen.

If the calculator is not there, it means you’re not allowed to use it.

PERSEVERANCE

◦Keep working throughout each test, even if you are discouraged.

◦Don’t give up, even when the questions are difficult!

RESPONSIBILITY◦Respect school property, particularly the

computers.

◦Follow all directions and requests made by adults.

◦Use your manners at all times.

INTEGRITY◦Respect others while testing by remaining

quiet and keeping to yourself.

◦Be accountable for your actions and do what’s right.

◦Do your own work.

DETERMINATION

◦Finish it ~ even if it’s hard!

◦Enter the testing center with a positive, can-do attitude each and every time!

EXCELLENCE

◦Do your very best at all times.

◦Be a positive role model for your peers!