How does TOPSpro differentiate between a pre- and post- test?
Technically speaking, TOPS does not differentiate between a pre-and post-test. Only the date ranges end up defining how it is treated. The pre?test is generally the first test found in the date range you specify in the Report Generator, but it may not be the first test a student ever took in the program year. The first Math test scanned in after July 1st IS the Math pre-test. The first Reading test scanned in after July 1st IS the Reading pre-test. Every test scanned subsequently will be a post-test. An unlimited number of post-tests may be given throughout the program year.