{"id":8131,"date":"2017-03-15t11:02:06","date_gmt":"2017-03-15t18:02:06","guid":{"rendered":"\/\/www.catharsisit.com\/hs\/?p=8131"},"modified":"2017-03-12t11:07:15","modified_gmt":"2017-03-12t18:07:15","slug":"standardized-test-advice-students-ieps","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/\/www.catharsisit.com\/hs\/college-admissions\/standardized-test-advice-students-ieps\/","title":{"rendered":"standardized test advice for students with ieps"},"content":{"rendered":"

standardized tests sure are stressful, magooshers. it\u2019s been over a decade since i was in high school, but i can still remember test stress<\/a> like it was yesterday. as a teacher, i tried to help hundreds of students succeed on a variety of standardized tests.<\/p>\n

everyone has their own roadblocks to standardized test success. yet in my experience behind the teacher\u2019s desk, i learned that students with individualized education plans (ieps) have extra hurdles to overcome. in this article i want to give students with ieps some essential information they should know before any standardized test.<\/p>\n

general advice<\/h2>\n

as you may already know, ieps guarantee that you will have some <\/strong>modifications when it comes to standardized tests. whether it’s extended time, or taking your test in a smaller setting, these modifications exist to help you reach your true potential.<\/p>\n

here\u2019s my first piece of advice, no matter what modifications your iep allows you. pay close attention<\/strong> to how you modifications affect your performance on the tests you take in different classes. you<\/strong> are the one in charge of your iep. only you<\/strong> can determine if these modifications are helpful. if something isn\u2019t working, let your special education teacher know right away.<\/p>\n

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why stress self-advocacy? first of all, it\u2019s the most important skill <\/strong>for students with ieps to have.\u00a0 i want to make sure that if you need to make adjustments to your modifications, they happen before <\/strong>you take other high-stakes standardized tests mentioned in this article.<\/p>\n

act\/sat<\/h2>\n

so let\u2019s say that by the time you take the act\/sat, you have the correct modifications to your testing experience.\u00a0 these modifications will certainly go a long way in leveling the playing field between you and your non-iep peers. even so, there are other things to consider when it comes to preparing for the act\/sat.<\/p>\n

most important: <\/strong>as you prepare for act\/sat test day, you must do so using the same modifications you will receive on the test. if you have a test prep book, for example, ignore the instructions that will not apply to you on test day. if your iep gives you time-and-a-half, use it on your practice tests. if you will take your act over multiple days, take practice tests over multiple days. it\u2019s that simple.<\/p>\n

state tests<\/h2>\n

in many states across the country, final exams in high school classes are tests developed by the state. these high-stakes standardized tests not only determine whether or not you pass a class, but they also evaluate your teachers\u2019 success in the classroom.<\/p>\n

for you, expect the same modifications to your state tests as those you had on the act\/sat. state tests tend to be shorter, meaning that it is unlikely you will need multiple days to finish a single test. though good news, there are a few other things to keep in mind as state tests approach.<\/p>\n

the most important thing to keep in mind is that state tests come during a hectic time: the end of the school year. for students with ieps, the fear of failure can be greater than that of their non-iep peers. also, modifications such as extra time can lead to worry about time management. for example, will there be enough time to finish an important project in another class?<\/p>\n

during this time, remember that modifications exist to help you. also, your other teachers are required by law to accommodate your needs if extended testing means you miss a class period or two.<\/p>\n

final thoughts<\/h2>\n

well, iep magooshers, i hope you feel a bit more reassured about standardized tests. let your voice be heard, and you are sure to test to your potential.<\/p>\n

till next time.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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