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Testing 2006-2007. Robert E. Lee High School. Presented by: University of North Florida SOAR Cohort 7. National Standardized Tests. PSAT Preliminary SAT SAT 1. SAT Reasoning Test 2. SAT Subject Area Test ACT ACT AP Advance Placement - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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Testing2006-2007
Robert E. Lee High School
Presented by: University of North Florida
SOAR Cohort 7
National Standardized TestsPSAT Preliminary SAT
SAT 1. SAT Reasoning Test
2. SAT Subject Area Test
ACT ACT
AP Advance Placement
CLEP College-Level Examination Program
PSATWhat does it test
for?Critical Reading Skills
Math Problem Solving Skills
Writing Skills
Why take the PSAT?
Practice test for the SAT
Discover students strengths and weaknesses
Compares your students scores to others applying to college
Identifies National Merit Scholarship winners (11th grade tests only)
Receive college information through student search
Enter competitions for national scholarships
Begin college and career planning with access to MyRoad
How can I prepare?
1. www.collegeboard.com
• questions, answers, and explanations to the 2005 PSAT test
• SAT Question of the Day
2.Take the practice PSAT
3.Study the student sample essay on the SAT review
4. Get help from math & English teachers
Fall 2006
Wednesday, October 18
December 2006
Results mailed to the school Principal
January 2007
AP potential available online
PSAT Test Schedule
How much does it cost?
3 different scores
• Reading
• Math
• Writing
Average junior score 49
Scoring
Selection Index:
Critical reading + Math + Writing = ?
Average junior score is 147
Scoring
Score Reports
National Percentiles Compare•Juniors’ scores compared nationally
Example:
A junior who scores 53% means he scored better than 53 out of every 100 college-bound juniors who took the test.
PSAT National Merit Scholarship
Students will be notified by
their school in
September of their senior year
How much does thePSAT cost?
•Critical Thinking Skills
•Math
•Critical Reading
•Writing
TIME: 3 hours 45 minutes
SAT Reasoning
Total: 2400
Each Section: 800
SAT Scoring
On time: $41.50
Late registration: + $21.50
Standby: + $36.50
Change test/date/center: + $20.50
Extra score report: + $9.50
Fee Waiver
SAT Reasoning Fees
2006-07 Registration Deadlines
Test
November 7, 2006 SAT & Subject Tests
December 26, 2006 SAT & Subject Tests
February 2, 2007 SAT only
April 3, 2007 SAT & Subject Tests
April 27, 2007 SAT & Subject Tests
SAT Registration
Colleges/Universities
Jacksonville University
Edward WatersFCCJ High
SchoolsLee
RainesForrest
Ed White
SAT Test Sites
Keep track of time
Answer easy questions first
Omit questions that you really have no idea how to answer
Don’t panic if you cannot answer every question
Use your test book for scratch work
SAT Reasoning
Test Taking Strategies
SAT Reasoning Test Day
Good night’s sleep
Healthy breakfast
Valid Identification with picture
SAT Admission Ticket
2 #2 wooden pencils
Calculator
Snacks and drinks
NO CELL PHONES
BE ON TIME!
True or False
The SAT Reasoning Test is a measure of critical thinking skills
your child will need for academic success in
college.
Subject Area TestPreviously Known As “SAT II”
Who should take the Subject Area Test?
Students who want to:
1. Demonstrate academic knowledge in a specific subject area.
2. Apply to a college that requires the results of a Subject Area Test.
What is the Subject Area Test?
•One hour multiple choice test
• Measures knowledge in a specific academic area
Subject Area Test
5 Categories of Subject Tests
EnglishHistoryMath
SciencesLanguages
Subject Area Test
When is the Subject Area Test?
October 14, 2006 – June 2, 2007
(Actual schedule in handout packet)
Subject Area Test
Cost $18.00
Language Tests w/ Listening + $19.00
Additional Subject Tests +$ 8.00
**Fee Waivers(Contact Guidance Counselor for Details)
Subject Area Test
2 Ways to Register:
SAT Registration Booklet (see guidance counselor)
www.collegeboard.com
Subject Area Test
Which test is designed to measure students’ knowledge
about a particular academic subject?
What Is ACT?
National College Admission National College Admission ExaminationExamination
Consists of:Consists of:EnglishEnglishMathematicsMathematicsReadingReadingScienceScienceWriting (optional)Writing (optional)
Why Should Students Why Should Students Take Take
The ACT?The ACT?Universally accepted for college Universally accepted for college admissionsadmissions
Curriculum BasedCurriculum Based
More than a testMore than a test
Good valueGood value
ACT TestingUnited States United States (5 National Test Dates)(5 National Test Dates)
OctoberOctoberDecemberDecemberFebruaryFebruaryAprilAprilJuneJune
No limitation to how many times students take No limitation to how many times students take the test.the test.
When Should Students Take the
ACT?
SpringSpring
of 11th grade yearof 11th grade year
Basic Fee Basic Fee $29.00$29.00
Includes reports for: Includes reports for: StudentStudent
High SchoolHigh School Four valid colleges Four valid colleges
(at time of registration only)(at time of registration only)
ACT Writing ACT Writing +$14.00+$14.00
Late FeeLate Fee +$19.00+$19.00
WaiverWaiver
ACT Fees 2006-2007
ACT Online PrepTMThe ACT test prep program created by ACT test The ACT test prep program created by ACT test developers is now online! developers is now online! $19.95$19.95The Real ACT Prep Guide The The officialofficial prep book from the makers of the ACT. The prep book from the makers of the ACT. The only guide to include three real tests—each with an only guide to include three real tests—each with an optional Writing Test. optional Writing Test. $25.00$25.00Preparing for the ACT (PDF; 80 pages, 1,075KB)(PDF; 80 pages, 1,075KB)––FREEFREE A booklet available through most high schools and A booklet available through most high schools and colleges—includes test information, a complete practice colleges—includes test information, a complete practice test with scoring key, and a writing prompt with sample test with scoring key, and a writing prompt with sample essays.essays.
Sample tests––FREEFREETest tips––FREEFREETest descriptions––FREEFREE
Visit the ACT website at www.actstudent.orgVisit the ACT website at www.actstudent.org
How Can I Prepare For The Act?
Comparative Features of the
ACT & SAT 2006-2007
The ACT is an The ACT is an achievement test, achievement test, measuring what a measuring what a student has student has learned in school.learned in school.
The ACT is scored The ACT is scored based on the based on the number correct number correct with no penalty for with no penalty for guessing.guessing.
The SAT is more of The SAT is more of an aptitude test, an aptitude test, testing reasoning testing reasoning and verbal abilities.and verbal abilities.
The SAT has a The SAT has a penalty for penalty for guessing. That is, guessing. That is, they take off for they take off for wrong answers.wrong answers.
Resources for Families
Frequently Asked Frequently Asked Questions About the Questions About the ACTACT
ACT Fees 2006-2007ACT Fees 2006-2007Resources for FamiliesResources for FamiliesComparative Features of Comparative Features of the ACT and SATthe ACT and SAT
ACT and SAT National ACT and SAT National Score Report Score Report PreferencesPreferences
Free Publications for Free Publications for FamiliesFamilies
Truth about Preparing for Truth about Preparing for and Attending Collegeand Attending College
College Comparison College Comparison WorksheetWorksheet
Factors in the College Factors in the College Admission DecisionAdmission Decision
College Admission College Admission ChecklistChecklist
Glossary of College Glossary of College TermsTerms
Which test is broken down into four parts:
Reading Math
ScienceEnglish
with an additional Essay option?
Advanced Placement
What: High School credit and an opportunity to earn College credit
►High School credit= successful completion of course
►College Credit= required score on AP test
Who: Juniors and Seniors
When: AP courses taken during school hours
Where: Lee High School
Why: College Success Preparation for college level
work Helps with college admissions
FREE college course credits
How: AP potential from PSAT Grades and test scores
Teacher recommendation Parent request
Advanced Placement
True or False
After passing the Advanced Placement test,
the AP course will count as a college credit.
CLEP
What: A test that determines if a student may be exempt from a college course.
►Contact college/university and know their CLEP policy.
When: Year roundTesting dates set by institutionComputer based with instant results
How Many: 34 subject tests
Cost: $ 60.00 + administration fee
Transcripts: Free, requested day of exam$20.00 thereafter
www.collegeboard.com ►Test sites►Registration
*FCCJ will allow students to start taking CLEP exams their senior year if they took AP courses.
CLEP
Students can starttaking the CLEP test
when they are how old?
For Your
Time and Patience
