Purpose
What is the WIDA ACCESS Test used for?
To measure how well students understand and use English
What do you do during the listening part of the test?
Listen to stories and answer questions.
What do you read during the reading part of the test?
Short stories and passages
What do you do in the speaking part of the test?
Talk and answer questions out loud.
What do you write about in the writing part of the test?
Stories or answers to questions.
Why is it important for teachers to know ACCESS scores?
It helps teachers support students who are learning English.
Why is listening important for learning English?
It helps you understand spoken English better.
What is a main idea?
What something is mainly about
The most important idea of a story or text.
Why is speaking practice important?
So you can tell others what you think or need/ to communicate with others
Why is it important to use complete sentences?
It makes your writing clear and easy to understand.
Who takes the WIDA ACCESS Test?
Students who are learning English in school.
Would you hear questions about characters or main ideas in the listening section?
Yes
How can you find details in a text?
By looking for facts and examples.
What might you have to describe during the speaking test?
a picture
a story
a process
how something works
What should you do before you start writing?
Think about what you want to say.
How often do students take the ACCESS Test?
Once a year.
How can you practice your listening skills at home?
listening to English songs, stories, watching tv
What should you do if you come across a difficult word while reading?
Try to sound it out or look for clues in the sentence.
How can you improve your speaking skills?
By practicing with friends or family.
How can you make your writing more interesting?
By adding details and using descriptive words.
List at least 2 who benefits from taking the WIDA ACCESS Test?
Students, teachers, parents
What should you do if you don’t understand something while listening?
Do the best you can
Why is it good to read different types of texts?
To learn new words and understand different ideas.
What is one way to feel more confident or stronger when speaking?
Practice speaking in front of a mirror
Speak up in class
What is a good way to check your writing for mistakes?
Read it again and look for errors.