ACCESS Language Proficiency Levels 2

Question 1

The ACCESS for ELLs uses a tiered testing approach. Which tier is designed for students expected to perform at proficiency Levels 1–2?

Accepted Answer

Tier A

Answer

Tier A targets students expected to be at Levels 1–2 (Entering and Emerging), ensuring the test is appropriately accessible.

Question 2

Which ACCESS for ELLs tier is intended for students expected to perform at proficiency Levels 3–4?

Accepted Answer

Tier C

Answer

Tier C is designed for students at Levels 3–4 (Developing and Expanding).

Question 3

Why does ACCESS for ELLs use a tiered testing structure instead of giving all students the same test?

Accepted Answer

To match task difficulty to students' expected proficiency levels

Answer

Tiered testing ensures that tasks are appropriately challenging and accessible for each student's expected proficiency level, yielding more accurate measurement.

Question 4

At which proficiency level are ELL students typically considered to have met the criteria for reclassification to fluent English proficient in most states?

Accepted Answer

Level 5

Answer

Most states use a score at or near Level 5 (Bridging) as a benchmark for reclassification as fluent English proficient.

Question 5

Which composite domain on ACCESS for ELLs combines Listening and Reading scores?

Accepted Answer

Comprehension

Answer

The Comprehension composite combines the Listening and Reading domain scores to measure receptive language skills.

(ACCESS) Assessing Comprehension and Communication in English State to State for English Language Learners Practice Test

(ACCESS) Assessing Comprehension and Communication in English State to State for English Language Learners Practice Test

ACCESS Language Proficiency Levels 2