NWEA provides a linking study (historically called the “generic linking study”) for partners who do not currently have a state linking study. This linking study provides a research-backed and statistically sound method of projecting a student’s proficiency level using MAP Growth data. We now have an updated version of this linking study. The way we refer to the study is changing from “generic linking study” to “default linking study.” For more information, please visit NWEA Connection.