MEGA Scoring Requirements 3

Question 1

Which of the following best describes a 'scaled score' on the MEGA?

Accepted Answer

A statistically adjusted score that allows comparison across different test forms

Answer

The total number of questions answered correctly

Answer

The percentage of questions answered correctly multiplied by 300

Answer

The average score of all candidates in the same testing window

Question 2

On the MEGA, which question types are typically NOT scored?

Accepted Answer

Field-test (pilot) items embedded within the test

Answer

Multiple-choice items in the final section only

Answer

Any item that more than 80% of candidates answer correctly

Answer

Items that are flagged for review by the candidate

Question 3

A teacher candidate passed the MEGA Elementary Education test but later decides to pursue middle school certification. What must they do regarding MEGA testing?

Accepted Answer

Pass the appropriate MEGA Middle School subject-area test for the new endorsement

Answer

Request a score transfer from the elementary test to the middle school test

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Retake the Elementary Education test with a higher score

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Submit a waiver to DESE since they already hold a passing MEGA score

Question 4

What score range is used for all MEGA scaled scores?

Accepted Answer

100–300

Answer

0–100

Answer

1–36

Answer

200–800

Question 5

How many times per year may a candidate retake a specific MEGA exam they have not yet passed?

Accepted Answer

Unlimited times within a calendar year

Answer

Once per calendar year

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As allowed by testing availability, with no annual cap per attempt

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No more than twice in any 12-month period

Question 6

Official MEGA score reports are released to candidates on a schedule published by DESE. When are scores typically made official?

Accepted Answer

On a set score release date, usually within 2–6 weeks of the testing date

Answer

Immediately after each test appointment

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Only at the end of the academic year

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After each candidate's program director reviews the results

Question 7

A candidate's MEGA score report lists both a total scaled score and a 'performance level.' What does the performance level indicate?

Accepted Answer

Whether the candidate's score is 'pass' or 'not pass' relative to the cut score

Answer

The candidate's class rank among all Missouri test-takers

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The specific number of questions answered incorrectly

Answer

The candidate's score compared only to first-time test-takers