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For a given subject, MAP Growth assessmentshave some overlap in grades and test content,  \nwhich is essential given the adaptive nature of these assessments. The choice of assessment is clear for some students. The following table explains when students should use each test.1  \nGRADE RECOMMENDED TEST AND  \nPOINTS OF CONSIDERATION  \n| K | MAP Growth K–2 |\n| --- | --- |\n| 1 | MAP Growth K–2 |\n| 2 | MAP Growth 2–5 (with some exceptions) Exceptions\u003Cbr>+ If a student has a previous MAP Growth 2–5 RIT in Reading of 170 or lower the student should take the MAP Growth K–2\u003Cbr>+ If a student has a previous MAP Growth 2–5 RIT in Math of 170 or lower the student should take the MAP Growth K–2 |\n| 3–5 | MAP Growth 2–5 |\n\nNote: These exceptions apply to ALL grades.+ The above recommendations may be adjusted for students with IEP’s, 504’s, or have other  \nspecial needs such as ELL  \n+ State or district policy may supersede the above recommendations  \nFor other students, the choice of assessment is more difficult. Many second-graders and other students are in a transitional period as they learn to read. Exceptions to using the 2–5 test with these students are explained in the next two sections. Your decision should consider curriculum exposure (i.e. opportunity to learn), test content, prior RIT scores, and prior scores on other measures such as classroom assessments and homework.  \n1 State or district policy may supersede our recommendations  \nSelecting the right reading assessment for transitional students  \nMAP Growth K–2 Reading assesses standardsaligned content that is appropriate for students in early grades who are pre, emergent, or beginning readers. The Reading test uses a mix of audio support and independent reading to measure foundational reading skills, comprehension (both supported and independent), vocabulary, and writing/language.  \nMAP Growth 2–5 Reading assesses content aligned with state and/or Common Core standards appropriate for students in second-to fifth-grade. It measures independent reading comprehension of literary and informational text, as well as vocabulary development. The 2–5 Reading test is designed for students who can read connected text, and by default it does not include audio support. Administering the 2–5 Reading test to struggling readers will likely result in a frustrating student experience and limited-utility results. For some students, such as those on individualized learning plans or some English learners, a designated feature of textto-speech is available and can be assigned by a proctor.  \nFor independent readers, the 2–5 assessment is a more appropriate measure of reading ability. The focus of instruction for these students shifts away from direct instruction on foundational skills and deals more with engaging in progressively complex texts. Using the K–2 Reading test with independent readers will provide less instructionally useful information about student progress in reading. Administering the K–2 Reading test to independent readers will likely result in artificially increased scores, and a drop-in growth when the student transitions to the 2–5 Reading test. Using the 2–5 assessment for a student who is likely to become an independent reader at any point during the year will yield better information and more accurately reflect student growth. If the student is likely to become an independent reader at any point during the year, the student should take the 2–5 assessment in fall, winter, and spring.  \nNWEA® recommends that educators consider an existing RIT score, performance on measures, and opportunity to learn when determining whether or not a  \nstudent is an independent reader and can read without audio support. Prior MAP Growth scores serve as one piece of evidence in determining whether a student is an independent reader. If t","cbCaiaQo7XYS3RcJ","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiaQo7XYS3RcJ","pdf",538613,"English","# Overview\n## Recommended test by grade\n## Notes on exceptions and policy overrides\n# Selecting the right reading assessment for transitional students\n## K–2 Reading features and purpose\n## 2–5 Reading features and purpose\n## When independent readers should use 2–5\n## RIT thresholds supporting independence\n# Selecting the right mathematics assessment for transitional students\n## K–2 Mathematics audio support\n## 2–5 Mathematics requirements and limitations\n## When K–2 may distort results for high performers","[{\"question\":\"How should educators choose between MAP Growth K–2 and MAP Growth 2–5 assessments for reading?\",\"answer\":\"Use K–2 Reading for pre/emergent/beginning readers and 2–5 Reading for students who can read connected text independently. For independent readers, 2–5 provides more instructionally useful information and better reflects growth across fall, winter, and spring.\"},{\"question\":\"What exceptions allow switching to MAP Growth K–2 even for higher grades?\",\"answer\":\"The guidance includes exceptions based on prior MAP Growth 2–5 RIT scores in Reading or Math (e.g., Reading 170 or lower, or Math 170 or lower). It also notes that recommendations may be adjusted for IEP/504 or other special needs and can be superseded by state or district policy.\"},{\"question\":\"Why is audio support important in the K–2 reading and math tests?\",\"answer\":\"K–2 Reading and Mathematics include embedded audio support so a student’s reading ability does not adversely affect performance. 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