ELL ELL Assessment and Testing

Question 1

Which type of assessment is used to measure an ELL student's English proficiency level when they first enroll in a US school?

Accepted Answer

Diagnostic/placement assessment

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Summative assessment

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Formative assessment

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Portfolio assessment

Question 2

What does WIDA stand for in the context of ELL assessment?

Accepted Answer

World-class Instructional Design and Assessment

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Written Instruction and Development Assessment

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Worldwide Integration of Diverse Academics

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Written Indicators of Development and Achievement

Question 3

Which assessment tool is commonly used to measure annual English language proficiency growth for ELLs as required by federal law?

Accepted Answer

ACCESS for ELLs

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SAT

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PARCC

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ACT Aspire

Question 4

What is a language sample used for in ELL assessment?

Accepted Answer

To measure a student's ability to produce language in real contexts

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To test reading decoding skills only

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To assess math computation

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To evaluate a student's home language literacy

Question 5

What is the purpose of a home language survey (HLS) in US schools?

Accepted Answer

To identify students who may need ELL services

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To assess academic achievement

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To determine citizenship status

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To evaluate parent education level

Question 6

Which of the following best describes formative assessment for ELL students?

Accepted Answer

Ongoing informal checks used to guide instruction

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A standardized test given at the end of the year

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A single placement test at enrollment

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A portfolio submitted at graduation