Types of Reading Tests

There are many types of tests/assessments given throughout the school year. The District Benchmark, FAIR, DRA, and FCAT are all examples of assessments that are standardized and occur throughout the year.  While those tests are important, the bulk of testing your child will take will be in the form of teacher-made classroom tests that occur more frequently.  Those tests are selection tests, and 5 question tests.

On Wednesday we will be having our first selection test for the story "Cliff Hanger".  On Wednesday we will also have a "5 question test" on the skill of cause and effect.  The selection test is something your child CAN study for, by reviewing the review worksheet and re-reading the story.  Selection Tests are also open book, so the students cab refer back to the text when they need to.

The "5 question test" is different.  It is a "cold" assessment, or an assessment in which the reading is not pre-taught.  These tests help me see how the student can transfer the skill to a reading they haven't seen before, just like they will be expected to do on FCAT.  Reviewing the post, "How to Help your Child With Cause and Effect" can be helpful in preparing for the 5 question test.