Guide
Not all assessment data is equal: Why validity and reliability matter
Itās easy to argue that students spend too much time testing. But when an assessment doesnāt let students truly show what they know, it can take years to repair the damage.
Topics: Assessment
Products: MAP Growth
Case Study
How to meet the demands of ever-changing legislation
When it comes to academic standards, the only constant is change. Schools need to make sure their assessment solutions are up to date and aligned with the latest legislation.
Topics: Policy & advocacy
Products: MAP Growth
Checklist
The essential 11: How to gauge an assessment solution
When youāre selecting or evaluating an assessment solution, how do you determine whether it will meet your needs? Use this detailed checklist of features, coverage, and capabilities to see how your assessment measures up to MAP Growth.
Topics: Assessment
Products: MAP Growth
Brief
7 tried-and-true ways to help teachers flourish with the high stakes of testing
Explore the actions and behaviors needed to build the foundations of a culture of data. See how assessments can be transformed from burden to essential resource.
Topics: Leadership
Products: MAP Growth
Article
What role does research play in your assessment?
āResearch-drivenā is more than a buzzword. Itās a scientific commitment to precision. This article explores what it means to be research-driven and provides guiding questions to help you determine if your solution measures up.
Topics: Assessment
Products: MAP Growth
Article
10 doās and donāts of student test preparation
From seating assignments to clear instructions, thereās plenty to think about ahead of a test. There are simple ways to prepare students to do their best.
Topics: Instructional strategy & resources
Products: MAP Growth
Article
4 ways to get the most from your NWEA intro
Choosing the right assessment solution is a big decision. Thatās why weāve created a checklist to help you plan ahead for your call with the NWEA sales team.
Topics: Assessment
Products: MAP Growth