Ready?
What should you do the night before a test?
Go to bed early!
What does MAP measure?
Growth!
How many times should you read a text before answering the questions?
At least 2, but 3 is better!
Before you look at the answer choices, you should try and predict or solve the question. True or False
True!
Should you always try your hardest on the test?
Of course!
What should you do the morning of the test?
Eat a good breakfast, sing on the way to school
What is your goal for growth this year?
To grow in the subject area you have to work at the most.
If you read a question and think you know the answer, how can you make sure?
Go back and find it in the story!
When you get a math problem you think you can do in your head, do you need to write it out anyway?
YES
Racing through the test to be the first one done is the best way to take MAP testing! True or False.
FALSE. Take your time!
What can you if you finish your test before the session is over?
You can read a book at your seat. Please have one at your desk each day.
Who should help you on your MAP test when you're taking it?
Nobody!
What should you do first? A) read the passage B) read the multiple choice questions
A) read the passage
Is it OK to write out your math work on paper with a pencil during the MAP test?
Absolutely!
Is it OK to take a 2-4 minute stretch break during the test?
absolutely! We will do this periodically throughout the week.
How can you prepare now for the MAP test?
Don't stress, have a positive mindset, and try your best.
What should the room be like when you take your MAP test?
Quiet and comfortable
What should you look for when reading a multiple choice question?
key words, what the question is asking you, where to find information
You don't need to go back and check your work once you have an answer to a math problem. True or False?
False! ALWAYS check your work!
What is a rule that you know about MAP testing in a classroom? (I listed 5)
stay seated, have a book, tell teacher/proctor about any technical issues, raise your hand for anything that you may need, no restroom during testing
Is it OK if you don't know EVERY answer?
Yes, MAP testing will give you lots of questions, you should know most of them, but if you find some you don't know, just make your best educated guess.
How long will each MAP test take?
about 45-60 minutes
What if the reading passage is really long? What should you do?
Take your time and read through the whole thing!
Some math problems might be difficult for you. If you don't know how to answer a problem, what should you do?
Try to work it out as best you can, even if you don't know for sure how to answer it. Don't just guess a random answer!
What is one great thing about MAP?
responses can vary