Length:
2 hours. Additional time will allow for participants to ask more questions and explore actual tests.
Description:
This is a basic, introductory training, designed to introduce participants to the administration of TABE assessments, and walk them through the process, from Locator test to post-test.
Intended Audience:
>>New teachers who are not familiar with the TABE assessment system.
>>Other new support staff who may be responsible for intake and assessment.
>>Other intake and support staff who may be familiar with TABE assessments, but who want to gain a better understanding of the entire system.
Training Objectives:
Participants will:
>>Become familiar with the TABE assessment
>>Learn to use the Locator test
>>Determine the appropriate level pre-test
>>Understand the assessment scoring process
>>Complete and use the Diagnostic Profile
>>Discuss conveying results to the students
>>Learn about TABE resources
>>Become familiar with additional testing tips
TABE is a norm-referenced test. A norm-referenced test compares an examinee's scores to a group that took the tests and provided "normal" scores. The results are reported as a percentage as compared to the norming group. A scaled score represents a grade level as well as an educational level at which a student can be placed.
Supplemental Services Grant.
The grant is administered by Southwest Minnesota ABE.