ATLAS Arkansas Education Standards 2

Question 1

What does 'proficiency' mean in the context of ATLAS score reporting?

Accepted Answer

The student demonstrated grade-level mastery of Arkansas Academic Standards

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The student failed the assessment

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The student scored above all other students in the state

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The student needs significant remediation in all areas

Question 2

How are ATLAS results typically used by Arkansas teachers to improve student learning?

Accepted Answer

Teachers use results to identify skill gaps, group students, and adjust instruction accordingly

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Results are confidential and never shared with teachers

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Results are only used to evaluate teacher salaries

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Teachers use results to decide which students to remove from class

Question 3

Which accommodation is provided to eligible English Learner (EL) students taking ATLAS in Arkansas?

Accepted Answer

EL students may receive translated test directions or extended time as appropriate

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EL students are exempt from all ATLAS testing

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EL students take a separate, easier version of the test

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No accommodations are permitted for EL students

Question 4

Under Arkansas ATLAS accountability, what designation may a school receive if it consistently fails to meet performance targets?

Accepted Answer

Needs Improvement or Targeted Support and Improvement (TSI)

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Gold Star School

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Automatically closed by the state

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Removed from the public school system immediately

Question 5

Which ATLAS score report category indicates a student is performing below grade-level expectations but shows partial understanding?

Accepted Answer

Basic

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Advanced

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Proficient

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Below Basic

Question 6

What type of ATLAS assessment is given at the beginning of the school year to identify students' starting knowledge?

Accepted Answer

Diagnostic/formative assessment

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Summative assessment

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End-of-course exam

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Graduation qualifying exam