Testing like a STAAR!

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Does this test assess what I taught?

Does this test assess what students were supposed to learn?

The items are written at the level of rigor (the verb) of the TEKS.

The distracters (wrong answers) are plausible and I know why.

Some items look like examples used in class.

Most items require students to apply their learning in examples that are different than ones used in class.

The test has items from all of the student expectations that students were supposed to learn this unit/grading period.

Many items require students to use process (skill) and demonstrate an understanding of content. This includes graphs, charts, maps, timelines and other graphic organizers.

Items written to address process (skill) require students to demonstrate multiple step problem solving.

Questions on the test reflect a higher percentage of readiness standards than supporting standards.

MISD Common Assessments