MEAP
The MEAP is a form of a summative assessment given in the state of Michigan in grades 3rd-8th, and 11th. It is required by the state to hold schools accountable for student growth. It is used by the schools to set school improvement goals and gauge their performance compared to same age groups of students throughout Michigan. The MEAP is used by teachers to identify strengths and weaknesses of curriculum and instruction. The teachers and administration can use the scores to help guide instruction for the following year.
The data is calculated by a testing center and results are returned about six months after the testing window. These results are primarily for the schools and teachers, and feedback to the students is very limited. The scoring of the MEAP is norm referenced. The results are compared in various groups and sub groups. It is also criterion referenced because the test is based on benchmarks that students should know.
The materials for the MEAP include a scripted teacher’s manual, student answer document, and student booklets in various forms. Students are provided standardized ruler overlays and must use number pencils. Schools will provide a universal calculator to the testing group. There is limited flexibility in
administering the test. Teachers must use the provided scripted instructions keeping it consistent between schools and districts. Each school must adhere to a predetermined testing timeline provided by the state.
Mindy Robertson, Abbey Tiffany, & Jennica Basler
The data is calculated by a testing center and results are returned about six months after the testing window. These results are primarily for the schools and teachers, and feedback to the students is very limited. The scoring of the MEAP is norm referenced. The results are compared in various groups and sub groups. It is also criterion referenced because the test is based on benchmarks that students should know.
The materials for the MEAP include a scripted teacher’s manual, student answer document, and student booklets in various forms. Students are provided standardized ruler overlays and must use number pencils. Schools will provide a universal calculator to the testing group. There is limited flexibility in
administering the test. Teachers must use the provided scripted instructions keeping it consistent between schools and districts. Each school must adhere to a predetermined testing timeline provided by the state.
Mindy Robertson, Abbey Tiffany, & Jennica Basler