How will “Met” on PASS correspond with student performance levels measured on PACT (Proficient, Advanced, Basic, Below Basic)?
For federal reporting purposes (AYP), students scoring at the “Met” and “Exemplary” level will be considered “Proficient.” For state accountability purposes, this relationship has not yet been determined. After studies are completed on item and student level data received in June 2009 and a thorough review of a statewide public engagement plan results, the EOC is expected to take action on student performance levels in September 2009. What procedures and methods will be used for establishing test item alignment with state standards, establishing the level of difficulty and validity of test items, and defining differentiating levels of achievement? The Norman Webb methodology is being used to determine item alignment with state standards. In January 2009, 145 educators met in Columbia to review all 8,300 test items in the item pool for reading/research, writing, math, science, and social studies. The teachers identified which standard(s) and indicator(s) and the level of cognitive think
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