Author(s): Steven G. Feifer, DEd / Professional Manual by Steven G. Feifer, DEd. / Heddy Kovach Clark, PhD
Results from the FAM can be used in conjunction with traditional achievement tests, such as the Academic Achievement Battery, that measure overall math performance.The FAM was standardized on a nationally representative sample of 1,061 examinees in prekindergarten to college.
Administration and Scoring
Administration takes about 35 minutes for pre-kindergarten, 50 minutes for K-2, and 60 minutes for grades 3 and up. Subtest raw scores can be converted to percentiles, as well as age and grade equivalents. Three index scores can be computed, representing each dyscalculia subtype (Verbal Index, Procedural Index, and Semantic Index), as well as a Total Index score representing overall test performance.
Index scores can also be converted to percentiles, z-scores, and normal-curve equivalents (NCEs). In addition, reliable change and discrepancy scores can be calculated.
The Test of Orthographic Competence-Second Edition (TOC-2) assesses aspects of the English writing system that are integral to proficient reading and writing.
The WIST can be used to identify students who are having difficulty with fundamental literacy skills, and to isolate specific areas of weakness for struggling readers. It assesses word identification, spelling, and sound-symbol knowledge.
The WRAT-5 provides an accurate and easy-to-administer way to assess and monitor reading, spelling, and math skills and helps identify possible learning disabilities.
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The Comprehensive Mathematical Abilities Test–Second Edition (CMAT-2) is a highly reliable and valid measure that was designed to assess a broad spectrum of mathematical abilities in the areas of calculation, reasoning, and application.
The MFaCTS-E is designed to evaluate and track progress in math fluency and calculation skills appropriate to grades 1 through 5.