NYSESLAT NYSESLAT Test Format and Structure 3

Question 1

What is the typical testing window for the NYSESLAT each school year in New York State?

Accepted Answer

January–May

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September–October

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November–December

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June–August

Question 2

Which organization develops and oversees the NYSESLAT?

Accepted Answer

New York State Education Department (NYSED)

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College Board

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ETS (Educational Testing Service)

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Pearson Education

Question 3

What accommodation is typically provided to ELLs with disabilities on the NYSESLAT?

Accepted Answer

Accommodations consistent with their Individualized Education Program (IEP)

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The test is waived entirely

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A simplified English version with lower standards

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Automatic proficiency designation

Question 4

On the NYSESLAT, what does the term 'text complexity' refer to in reading tasks?

Accepted Answer

The difficulty level of reading passages based on language features

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Font size of the printed text

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Number of images in the passage

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Length of the reading passage in words

Question 5

Which skill is NOT directly assessed on the NYSESLAT?

Accepted Answer

Mathematics

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Listening

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Reading

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Writing

Question 6

What is the role of anchor tasks on the NYSESLAT?

Accepted Answer

To ensure score comparability across test forms and years

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To provide bonus points for advanced students

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To assess background knowledge of US culture

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To replace the writing section for lower grade bands