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Two times this year all QAE students will be given the MAP (Measures of Academic Progress) assessment. The results from MAP is important data for teachers to begin developing differentiated learning plans for their classroom (groups) and students (individual). The data includes detailed information teachers will use to build curriculum to meet the needs of their students. 

Developed by NWEA, MAP  is a computerized adaptive assessment that captures a student's abilities, comparing the data with other students in the school, district and nation. MAP is one of many ways QAE teachers use to create personalized learning. The assessment is delivered with low stress and emphasis (it's fun) - we want students to enjoy the experience and see this as an opportunity for them to show us what they know. Student data from the assessment results will be shared with parents soon testing is completed, usually in 3-4 weeks.


This year's MAP experience will be different than in previous years. Because we no longer have a computer lab, students will be using computers in mini-labs located on the second and third floor of the Treehouse. Students will not be assessed with their entire class. MAP administrators will be going to classrooms and taking students out for the assessments. Students will return to the classroom when they are finished. K-1 students will get extra attention during the MAP assessments. 

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Clicking on the "girl" icon will take users to a MAP practice site. I will be visiting all All K-2 classroom so that we can review MAP together. I recommend looking at this home; not only will this give your child additional practice with their clicking and dragging skills, it will give you a preview of the assessment.  The practice video takes 10 minutes. 

Click here for a Power Point that will be introduced to all students, grades 3-5. I recommend you viewing the presentation and connecting with what your child will be experiencing over the next two weeks. 

Feel free to stop by any time to talk about MAP or see it in action, please 

In partnership with you! 

Jeffrey
Teacher / Librarian

 
 
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MAP Schedule
Three times this year our students will be given the MAP (Measures of Academic Progress) assessment. For the next two weeks it's round three for all students! Click here for past MAP information.

To support your child being more comfortable and less stressed when taking the assessment, it's encouraged that you have a conversation about the assessment and provide practice. Clicking here will give K-2 students an opportunity to see what the testing experience will look like and give them a chance to practice using the computer. Students in grades 3-5 will be given a non-audio version.

Practice assessment for the MAP in primary grades.

Click here for the MAP Assessment Schedule


Feel free to stop by any time to talk about MAP or see it in action.


Jeffrey
Teacher / Librarian

 
 
It is both school's plan that each child be comforted as much as needed during the MAP assessment. The lab will have  adult support during next week to make that possible. The data from MAP will give teachers (and librarians!) an idea of students' abilities so that they can provide appropriate instruction. Click here to download a letter from Seattle Public Schools that highlights many aspects of the assessments and hopefully answers any questions you may have.

Tomorrow all primary students will be introduced to the computer lab located in the library. Students will have the opportunity to practice taking the MAP assessment. I am suggesting  that they attempt this "practice test" at home with your support prior to taking the actual assessment, or even tomorrow's practice. (Forgive me for not getting this to you sooner.). Please emphasize that some problems may be difficult and that they should not worry about wrong answers Click on the link below to begin the practice assessment for primary students.

MAP Assessment for Primary Grades

Please email or call me if you have any problems, questions or concerns.

Jeffrey  (AKA - Mr. Jeffrey)
[email protected]
206 252 5947