stanford testing info packet1272011

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12 PHONE 800.328.5999 FAX 888.556.2103 PearsonAssessments.com/LearningAssessments

Grad Rang: K12

Complton Tm: Untimed with

flexible guidelines. For details,

see p. 14

Admnstraton:

Online or paper-and-pencil

Forms/Lvls: Two forms (A and

D), 13 levels; Form D includesComprehensive Language subtest;

abbreviated editions available for

Forms A and D; secure forms

available by special arrangement

Norms/Scors: Scaled scores,

national and local percentile ranks

and stanines, grade equivalents,

and normal curve equivalents

(NCEs); Lexile measure of

reading available (Grades 212);

Achievement/Ability Comparison

(AAC) with the Otis-Lennon

School Ability Test

, EighthEdition (OLSAT8). For additional

information on normative data, see

chart on p. 13

Standardzaton Mdponts:

Fall 9/30; Midyear 1/21;

Spring 4/17

Standardzaton Tstng

Wndows: Fall 9/910/18;

Midyear 1/141/31;

Spring 4/15/3

Scorng/Rportng Optons:

For Stanford 10, paper-and-pencil

administration, machine scoringvia Pearson Scoring and Reporting

Services (central scoring and

reporting); Ready Results for local

scan, score and report; Results Online

(reporting only) or hand scoring

For Stanford 10 Online, scoring

and reporting is delivered via the

online platform with print-on-demand

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FeATuReS & BeNeFiTS

n Content is aligned to state and national standards.

n 2007 norms allow you to compare student performance with that of a representative sample ofstudents across the country with current information (2002 norms also available).

n Identification of student strengths and needs supports effective placement and instructional plannin

n An Achievement/Ability Comparison can be made when Stanford 10is administered with OLSAT

n Test design reflects curricula and best instructional practices.

n All questions are unique across forms and levels.

n Each item is designed to measure up to four achievement parameters: content cluster, process clus

cognitive level, instructional standard.

n Test questions assess all core content areas.

n Full-color, consistently formatted testing materials help motivate students to answer all questions.

n Unique, easy-to-navigate answer documents provide a clear road map for students to mark their answ

n Untimed testing gives all students the opportunity to show what they know.

n Braille and large-print versions are available for special accommodations.

The benchmark of excellence in achievement testing for more than 80 years,

Stanford10provides reliable data to help measure student progress toward content

standards and high expectations. This multiple-choice assessment helps to identify

student strengths and needs, leading to effective placement and instructional plannin

Dscovr t convnnc of Stanford 10 Online

Evaluate student achievement in real time with online delivery of the Stanford 10multiple-choice

assessment for Grades 312.

ADMiNiSTRATORS can

eliminate the additional costof traditional paper-and-pencil

assessment systems and can use

the timely feedback to help inform

instructional planning.

TeACheRS benefit from time-

saving test administration andimmediate scoring, reporting,

and normative analyses, enabling

them to readily put test results

to work.

PAReNTS gain a better

understanding of what theirchildren know and how they can

help them apply this knowledge,

with the availability of parent/

caregiver reports in English or

Spanish.

For details, see p. 27.

Guide teachinG and learninG

towardhigh academic standards.

Stanford 10: oVErVIEW

Stanford 10(Stanford Achievement Test Series, Tenth Edition)


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AdministrAt ion options

TeST LeVeLS

The concepts and skills assessed by

each level of Stanford 10are those

ordinarily taught during the second

half of any given year and the first halfof the following year. This midyear-to-

midyear configurationwith students

tested in the spring of one grade and

the fall of the nextprovides a more

focused assessment and greater

opportunity to monitor academic

growth. At the high school levels,

where the TASK levels assess basic

skills, a single level is appropriate for

use in both the fall and spring of the

same school year.

FORMS

Forms A and D are identical with the exception of the format of the Comprehensive Language subtest.

The Form A Language subtest (for Primary 1TASK 3) uses a traditional approach that measures

language proficiency through the assessment of language mechanics and expression. The Form

D Comprehensive Language subtest (for Primary 1TASK 3) uses a comprehensive approach that

assesses language proficiency in a more holistic fashion through actual writing processes.

Stanford 10 : adMI n I StratI on oPtI onS

STANFORD 10 NORM

2002

Norms

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COMPLeTe BATTeRieS

FOR FORMS A AND D

These include full-length versions of

all subtests.

Form A Form D

Reading Reading

Mathematics Mathematics

Language

(Traditional test)

Comprehensive

Language

(Integrated test)

Spelling Spelling

Listening Listening

Science Science

Social Science Social Science

ABBReViATeD BATTeRieS

AND SuBTeSTS

Includes a subset of items from all

Complete Battery subtests, except Listening.

Form A Form D

Reading Reading

Mathematics Mathematics

Language

(Traditional test)

Comprehensive

Language

(Integrated test)

Spelling Spelling

Science Science


Profssonal Dvlopm

avalabl for Stanford

Pearson also provides profe

development training sessiobest practices in using Stan

results and analyzing the da

support student progress. Fo

see pp. 6365.

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Common Cor Stand

Algnmnt Stdy

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ReCOMMeNDeD LeVeLS

Grad Fall Sprng

K SESAT 1 SESAT 2

1 SESAT 2 Primary 12 Primary 1 Primary 2

3 Primary 2 Primary 3

4 Primary 3 Intermediate 1

5 Intermediate 1 Intermediate 2

6 Intermediate 2 Intermediate 3

7 Intermediate 3 Advanced 1

8 Advanced 1 Advanced 2

9 Advanced 2 or TASK 1 Advanced 2 or TASK 1

10 TASK 2 TASK 2

11 TASK 3 TASK 3

12 TASK 3 TASK 3

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content AreA

ReADiNG

The Reading subtests measure a broad spectrum of essential reading components and are aligned with

IRA/NCTE standards, state standards, and the National Assessment of Education Progress (NAEP).

Reflecting a balanced, developmental curriculum and sound instructional practices, these subtests

assess the following areas at appropriate grade levels: phonemic awareness, decoding, phonics,vocabulary, and comprehension.

Stanford 10places an emphasis on assessing foundation skills that are critical to early literacy. The

Sounds and Letters subtest closely reflects reading research findings on the importance of phonemic

awareness and phonics. Word Study Skills and Sentence Reading are evaluated across a broader age

range than in previous editions. This assessment of literacy development in the early grades helps ensure

that students are progressing at every stage on the road to literacy.

Radng Comprnson Subtst

The Stanford 10Reading Comprehension subtest is based on research about the contexts and activities

that are most effective for reading instruction and assessment. The Stanford 10framework involves three

major purposes for reading (literary, informational, and functional) and multiple modes of comprehension

(initial understanding, interpretation, critical analysis, and awareness and usage of reading strategies).

Authentic reading selections commissioned from published authors of childrens and young peoples

literature help create a level playing field for all students and reflect diverse multicultural themes to

appeal to students of varying backgrounds, experiential levels, and interests.

Students who take the full-length Reading Comprehension subtest at Primary 1TASK 3 levels can

receive a Lexile score. The Lexile Framework defines and sequences reading materials in terms

of difficulty and allows you to identify customized reading lists for students based on their reading

achievement. For information about the use of Lexiles, see PearsonLexile.com.

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(NRTs) n your toolbox

Local assessments can

complement the state as

National norms compare student, building, and dis

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information, but also Nat

Percentile Ranks are broa

understood scores.

NRTs efficiently cover five

measures in one testre

math, science, social stu

and language.

With NRTs, it is possible t

monitor growth over time

providing convincing evid

of improvement by follow

progress of students from

to year.

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Stanford 10is the only stan

achievement test to provide

selections written expressly

Stanford 10by authors of ch

and young peoples literatur

authentic selections create a

playing field for all students,

include a variety of topics an

cultural themes that will app

students of varying backgro

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MATheMATiCS

The Mathematics subtests align with the NAEP and measure concepts and processes based on the

National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Principles and Standards for School Mathematics(PSSM)

and state standards. Concepts assessed include number sense and operations; patterns, relationships,

and algebra; geometry and measurement; and data, statistics, and probability. Questions also evaluate

processes in computation and representation; estimation; mathematical connections; and reasoning and

problem solving. To enhance test interpretation, the subtests provide consistency in names of contentclusters across levels.

Mathematics Problem Solving measures the skills and knowledge necessary to solve problems in

mathematics. Mathematics Procedures measures the ability to apply the rules and methods of arithmetic

to problems that require arithmetic solutions.

Both standard and metric rulers are used in the Mathematics Problem Solving and Mathematics subtests

for the Primary 1TASK levels. A mathematics reference sheet that provides the formulas necessary

to solve problems is included for the Advanced and TASK levels. Calculator use is an option in the

Mathematics Problem Solving subtest beginning at the Intermediate 1 level and in the Mathematics

subtest at the TASK levels.

LANGuAGe

Aligned with IRA/NCTE standards and state standards, the Stanford 10Language subtest measures

students achievement in applying the principles that form effective writing. From word- and sentence-

level skills to whole composition features, the subtest engages students in real-life activities. Stanford 10

offers a choice of Language subtests to suit different language arts instructional approaches.

The Traditional Language subtest (Form A) measures proficiency in mechanics and expression in three

different sections. The first section measures language mechanics (capitalization, punctuation, and

usage) with questions that resemble an actual editing task with a variety of embedded errors. The

second section assesses language expression as students demonstrate their understanding of sentence

structure. The third section provides language expression items that include objectives typically evaluated

in the direct assessment of writing.

An alternative Comprehensive Language subtest (Form D) provides an integrated test that replicates

the writing process as closely as possible in a testing situation. This subtest measures pre-writing,

composing, and editing in a holistic fashion that resembles authentic writing tasks.

SPeLLiNG

The Spelling subtest assesses objectives based on the phonetic and structural principles taught at each

grade level. At Primary 1, the subtest is dictated and students choose from three options. Beginning at

the Primary 2 level, the spelling items reflect real-life editing tasks because they are presented in context

rather than as isolated words. Each spelling item consists of one sentence with three underlined words.

Starting at Primary 3, an additional No Mistake option is offered, reinforcing the authenticity of the

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LiSTeNiNG COMPReheNSiON

Stanford 10helps assess both listening vocabulary and comprehension at KGrade 9 levels in

recognition of the importance of listening skills in literacy development, instruction, and everyday life. The

Listening subtests emphasize listening strategies and provide a wide variety of selections that includes

multicultural representation.

In the Listening Vocabulary section, students demonstrate recognition of the common meanings of

spoken words encountered in various types of activities. The Listening Comprehension section usesdictated selections and questions that reflect the listening materials students hear in school and outside

of the classroom. This section parallels the Reading Comprehension subtest, using literary, informational,

and functional texts to measure the same modes of comprehension: initial understanding, interpretation,

and critical analysis and strategies.

SCieNCe

The Science subtest assesses students understanding of the life, physical, and earth sciences, and the

nature of science with questions that elicit problem solving and inquiry using a basic understanding of

science. Reflecting current science practice and research, this subtest aligns with the National Science

Education Standards(National Research Council), the Benchmarks for Science Literacy(American

Association for the Advancement of Science), and state standards.

Students must use reasoning skills throughout the subtest to reach answers. These skills include

estimating, making simple calculations, seeking patterns, making observations, recognizing cause

and effect, reading standard instruments, and drawing conclusions. Students are challenged to apply

foundation concepts and skills as they think through questions.

SOCiAL SCieNCe

The Social Science subtest measures the concepts important for the development of citizenship and

strongly emphasizes critical thinking skills. Giving equal attention to history, geography, political science,

and economics, the subtest maintains a balance between national and international issues. It reflects

current social studies standards, practices, and research and is aligned with the National Council for theSocial Studies (NCSS) Curriculum Standards for Social Studiesand state standards.

Using the National Standards for Historyas a guideline, the history questions focus on the history of the

United States, Western civilization, and non-Western people and societies who share our interdependent

world. Geography questions, which are based on the Geography for Life: National Geography Standards,

cover the themes of location, places, human-environment interaction, movement, and region.

The political science component helps assess students basic understanding of the U.S. system of

government as outlined in the National Standards for Civics and Government. The economics questions

are based on the Voluntary National Content Standards in Economics.

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STANFORD SCALe ALLOWS yOu TO MONiTORSTuDeNT GROWTh

The Stanford Scale expresses student performance across all test levels

of a subtest or total score. For example, the Reading Comprehension

subtest is linked across 11 test levels (Primary 1TASK 3), forming one

continuous scale that makes it possible to compare scores from test

level to test level. This scale is especially helpful for comparing student

performance in a particular subject area over time.

The Stanford Scale offers an objective, consistent tool to monitor student

achievement across years and multiple assessments. Many of our tests are

linked to this scale. From broad-based assessment to classroom diagnostic

evaluation, teachers and administrators can relate student performance to a

common metric and monitor students educational development.

scoring & reporting services

Stanford 10helps educators make data-driven decisions. A range of

user-friendly score reports, designed with the input of administrators

and teachers across the country, supports teaching, learning, and

accountability requirements. The reports include narrative summaries,

process and cluster summaries, and graphic displays to clarify

the students performance and guide planning and analysis.(See pp. 1922 for sample score reports.)

Admnstrators obtain critical data to document and monitor the

progress of all children and to disaggregate results according to

federal mandates.

Tacrs receive specific information to support instructional planning

for individual students and the class as well as to improve their teachin

Parnts better understand their childs achievement level and get

direction for home involvement.

ReADy ReSuLTS

Designed for use by those who scan or score at the school or district offic

Ready Results provides a complete online secure system for immediately

viewing results and creating customized reports. (See p. 23 for sample

reports.) Offering many unique features, Ready Results allows you to:

n Disaggregate and organize data, and view multiple assessments on

one report

n Customize the data elements that appear on reports

n Track student performance over time and flag under- or over-

performing students

n Control access to the teacher level, create customize views, and

develop Quick Reports for all users to view

ReSuLTS ONLiNe

Results Online, a web-based service, gives you quick, flexible access

to Stanford 10data when the test is scored via Pearson scoring and

reporting services. (See pp. 2425 for sample reports.)

Results Online enables you to:

n Immediately disaggregate your student data at the school or district lev

n Create customized reports for individual students

n Organize your data based on your specific needssuch as by

demographic variables or by student scores for specific subtestsvia easy-to-use functions for querying, sorting, content clustering,

and reporting

n Create as many customized options as you need by selecting from a list

of statistics, scores, content, composites, and demographics, including

those required by NCLB (gender, race/ethnicity, IEP, LEP, and low SES

To larn mor abot wc rportng tool bst fts or nds,

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Stanford Scale Scores Available

SuBTeST OR TOTAL

SeSAT PrimaryAdvanced TASK

Sounds and

Letters

Word Study Skills

Word Reading Word Reading/

Reading Vocabulary

Reading

Vocabulary

Sentence

Reading

Sentence Reading/

Reading Comprehension

Reading

Comprehension

Total Reading Total Reading Total Reading

Mathematics Problem

Solving

Mathematics Procedures

Mathematics Total Mathematics Mathematics

Spelling Spelling

Language Form A Language Form A

Language Form D Language Form D

Environment Environment

Science Science


Listening to

Words and

Stories

Listening

Thinking Skills Thinking Skills

For example, using a Stanford 10multilevel norms booklet, an educator can compare

percentile ranks and stanines for students who take SESAT 2 Sentence Reading and

then take Primary 1 Reading Comprehension at a later time. It is not possible, however,

to compare a Reading Comprehension scaled score to a Mathematics scaled score. Each

subtest and total has its own system of scaled scores.

For a dmo of Stanford 10 Results Online, vst

Stanford10Rslts.com


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hOMe RePORT

The Home Report is intended for parents. It is also

available in Spanish and via Stanford 10 Online.


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STuDeNT RePORT WiTh CLuSTeRS

Student reports provide essential information about

student mastery of academic standards which help

teachers make informed curricular and instructional

decisions resulting in improved student achievement.

This report is also available in Stanford 10 Online.

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ReSuLTS ONLiNe

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n Analysis of student performance by content areas

and standards

n Specific strengths and weaknesses among diverse

populations with drill-down capabilities

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Stanford 10: SUPPort MatErIaLS

sUpport mAteriALs

TO heLP STuDeNTSPRePARe

Practc Tsts

Practice tests, which were standardized with a national sample, help reduce test anxiety by familiarizing

students with test direction, sample items, and answer coding.

TO heLP TeACheRSiNTeRPReT AND APPLy TeST ReSuLTS

Compndm of instrctonal Standards

This resource describes the structure of Stanford 10according to the content standards and cognitive

processes the items measure.

Gd for Classroom Plannng

This guide shows teachers how to interpret and use test results to group students for instruction, evaluate

achievement, set instructional priorities, and plan parent-teacher conferences. Included are sample test

questions with annotations and a complete list of objectives to help teachers understand what is tested and

how it is tested. Definitions of various test scores and types of norms are also provided.

Stratgs for instrcton: A handbook of Prformanc Actvts, Scond edton

This handbook helps teachers reinforce instruction on basic curriculum objectives for students in Kindergartenthrough Grade 12. The activities, which emphasize processes and strategies, reflect the content and process

clusters measured by Stanford 10. Included are activities for Reading, Mathematics, Language Arts, Science,

and Social Science that engage students as they solve problems and discover answers.

Gd for Organzatonal Plannng

This manual helps principals, program directors, and other administrators use Stanford 10test results to assist

with program evaluation, measure growth in achievement, develop in-service programs for test interpretation,

and provide updated information to the public. A review of basic measure concepts and a bibliography also are

included.

TO COMMuNiCATe WiTh PAReNTS

Prvw for Parnts

This booklet outlines the purpose of Stanford 10and explains how parents can help their children prepare.

Brief descriptions and sample questions for each content area help inform parents about the skills and abilities

measured. Separate versions are available for each level of SESAT through Primary 3. Also available is one

version is for all Intermediate levels, one version for both Advanced levels, and one version for all TASK levels.

undrstandng Tst Rslts

Parents and students will appreciate this useful resource, which briefly describes why standardized tests are

administered and how the results can be used. The booklet, printed in English and Spanish, includes sample

score reports and explains how to interpret them. (Also available in Spanish.)

Stanford 10 hom Rport

The Stanford 10Home Report gives parents ideas for home activities to help reinforce their childrens learning.

(See sample, p. 19)

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