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Map Tests In Missouri

The computerized MAP test Who could take it seriously? Not even norm-referenced A state test, only in Missouri I watch a fourth grader complete his Answering forty-two questions in seven minutes Hooray for him I think

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L Milton Hankins

Date: 5/6/2022 9:00:00 AM

I don't know what the MAP test is, but that fourth grader is either a whiz or he said, "Screw this nonsense!" I can remember hating proctoring "standardized tests," as they were called in my day.

Caren Krutsinger
Date: 5/6/2022 12:07:00 PM

Standardized are norm-referenced with other states across the nation This is only a MISSOURI test - Missourians competing with other Missourians for a score of proficient. Which sadly many do not reach ever.