LANTITE Overview 2

Question 1

What is the minimum passing score required on each LANTITE component?

Accepted Answer

At the national minimum standard

Answer

Candidates must achieve at or above the national minimum standard on each component to pass LANTITE.

Question 2

Which organization administers the LANTITE in Australia?

Accepted Answer

Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER)

Answer

ACER is responsible for developing and administering the LANTITE on behalf of Australian education ministers.

Question 3

How many times may a candidate sit each LANTITE component if they do not pass?

Accepted Answer

Up to 5 attempts total per component

Answer

Candidates have up to 5 attempts to pass each LANTITE component.

Question 4

Which of the following best describes the LANTITE Numeracy component?

Accepted Answer

Tests mathematical skills expected of a reasonably educated adult

Answer

The Numeracy component assesses the mathematical skills a reasonably educated adult in the community would be expected to have.

Question 5

What type of test format does the LANTITE use?

Accepted Answer

Computer-based test with selected-response and short-answer items

Answer

LANTITE is delivered as a computer-based test featuring selected-response and short-answer questions.

(LANTITE) Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Practice Test