NYSESLAT NYSESLAT Scoring and Results 3

Question 1

What does raw score equating on the NYSESLAT accomplish?

Accepted Answer

Adjusts for differences in difficulty across test forms

Answer

Converts points to letter grades

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Adds bonus points for test completion

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Penalizes students for guessing

Question 2

Which NYSESLAT score is most directly used to set annual measurable achievement objectives (AMAOs)?

Accepted Answer

Overall composite proficiency scores

Answer

Individual item scores

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Sub-domain diagnostic scores

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Teacher-assigned classroom grades

Question 3

What is the purpose of the NYSESLAT score verification period?

Accepted Answer

To let districts review and flag potentially erroneous scores

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To allow students to retake failing sections

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To add extra credit for participation

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To reassign students to different grade bands

Question 4

In what format are official NYSESLAT score reports typically delivered to New York schools?

Accepted Answer

Through the NYSED secure online reporting portal

Answer

Mailed paper reports only

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Via email to individual teachers

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Through a national testing clearinghouse

Question 5

What does a student's NYSESLAT proficiency level help a school determine, aside from reclassification?

Accepted Answer

The level and intensity of ESL instructional services required

Answer

The student's reading level for library books

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Eligibility for gifted and talented programs

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Placement in mathematics courses

Question 6

Which stakeholder group is legally entitled to receive a student's NYSESLAT score report?

Accepted Answer

The student's parents or guardians

Answer

Any community member who requests it

Answer

Only the ESL teacher

Answer

The state legislature