CTB/McGRAW-HILL RELEASES ACUITY™ ALGEBRA ASSESSMENT
Algebra Module for Acuity Family of Assessments Designed
for Algebra I Students and Classrooms
Monterey, CA - March 26, 2007 - CTB/McGraw-Hill,
the leader in K-12 and adult education assessment solutions, today
announced the release of Acuity Algebra, the latest addition to
the Acuity family of breakthrough classroom assessment tools. Acuity
Algebra is designed to assist teachers and administrators with standard
Algebra I classes through guidance for student placement, as well
as formative and end-of-course assessments.
“Acuity Algebra provides the targeted feedback teachers need
to help students identify areas of strength as well as areas requiring
improvement in this key subject,” said Ellen Haley, president
of CTB/McGraw-Hill. “Many students experience difficulties
with beginning Algebra. This tool is designed to help prevent stumbling
blocks before they occur and keep students on track with math learning
goals.”
Acuity Algebra is a comprehensive set of online Algebra placement
and assessment tools for grades 6-12, consisting of four key components:
- Readiness Exam
- 13 Formative Assessments, including a Pre-Algebra Survey
- Item Bank of 500 Items
- Proficiency Exam
These Acuity Algebra components are designed to reflect the educational
objectives of state, district, and Diocesan curriculum guides, as
well as major textbooks and instructional programs. Acuity Algebra
is also aligned with national standards, most notably the Principles
and Standards of School Mathematics from the National Council of
Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM).
The Readiness Exam is given to students who are eligible to take
Algebra I in the upcoming school year. Results from the Readiness
Exam are used to help determine the likelihood of success in Algebra
I and to assist teachers and administrators with placing students
in the appropriate math classes. The Formative Assessments are given
during the course of an Algebra I class to assess students’
understanding of the subject matter and to guide instruction by
identifying strengths and weaknesses.
The Formative Item Bank provides teachers with the flexibility
to create their own assessments and analyze the results. The Proficiency
Exam is administered to Algebra I students at or near the end of
the school year to measure student mastery of the concepts. Acuity
Algebra can be integrated into an existing Acuity program, or administered
separately.
About Acuity
Acuity is a powerful suite of diagnostic and predictive benchmark
assessments with clear, concise, and informative reports that provide
data teachers need to improve student achievement. The Acuity suite
is a family of classroom-friendly assessments with both online and
paper-and-pencil administration options. Assessments mirror state
NCLB assessments and deliver immediate, actionable data on student
progress. Acuity – designed for teacher and classroom use
with assessments tailored to curriculum pacing guides – assesses
student mastery levels of core content areas. Diagnostic reports
show specific problem areas to allow teachers to target instruction,
accelerating student performance and helping to meet achievement
goals.
For more information, call (800) 538-9547 or visit www.ctb.com.
About CTB/McGraw-Hill
As the nation's leading publisher of standardized and standards-based
achievement tests for pre-school, elementary, middle, high school,
and adult education, CTB/McGraw-Hill LLC offers a broad range of
assessments, software and services. CTB/McGraw-Hill LLC is part
of the Assessment and Reporting group of McGraw-Hill Education (MHE),
a division of The McGraw- Hill Companies (NYSE: MHP). MHE is a leading
global provider of instructional, assessment and reference solutions
that empower professionals and students of all ages. McGraw-Hill
Education has offices in 33 countries and publishes in more than
40 languages. Additional information is available at http://www.mheducation.com/.
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