Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) is a computerized adaptive test offered in Reading, Language Usage, Math, and Science that provides teachers with information to improve
teaching and learning. The difficulty of each question is based on how well a student answers all the previous questions. As the student answers correctly, questions become more difficult. If the student answers incorrectly the questions become easier. In an optimal test, a student answers approximately half the items correctly and half incorrectly. The final score is an estimate of the student's achievement level.
How long does it take to complete a test?
Although the tests are not timed, it usually takes students in grades 3 -5 about
45 minutes - 1 hour to complete each test. Students in grades K -2 usually take 15 to 30
minutes per test.
When will my child be tested and how often?
Students will be tested in the Fall, Winter, and Spring.
Do all students in the same grade take the same test?
No. MAP assessments are designed to target a student's academic performance
in math, reading, language usage, and science by adjusting the difficulty of the
questions so that each student takes a unique test. These tests are tailored to an
individual's current achievement level. This gives each student a fair
opportunity to show what he or she knows and can do. Students in grades K - 2 only take the reading and math assessment. Students in grades 3 -5 take all 4 assessments.
How do teachers use the test scores?
Teachers use this information to help them guide instruction in the classroom and to keep track of progress and growth in basic skills. The scores let teachers know where a student's strengths are and if help is needed in any specific areas.
