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Achievement test scores are objective, black and white. Applying significance to the scores is subjective. I remember a private test I gave some time ago. It was scored and the results were ready to be presented to the parents. Normally the results are discussed apart from the student, but I made an exception. The student’s percentile rank…
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I’ve been listening to a podcaster I really like. His name is Jocko Willink. He’s a decorated retired Navy Seal officer. He’s intense. (His podcast does contain some occasional “R rated” moments.) Seeing the picture of him and his co-host on his homepage makes it clear: you want him on your side. His most recent book,…
Testing 101: How to Understand and Use NCE and Stanine Scores
I think very few of us are what you call “numbers people.” Most people when they finished algebra 1 or algebra 2 in high school, or college math for that matter, had no intention of ever returning to it “just for fun.” Why? Because it lacked relevance and usefulness to their life. NCE (normal curve…
Testing Season has Begun!
Hello Home School Families, Testing season is in full swing. I wanted to make you aware of the various testing opportunities, both in-person and remote, available to you this year. First, in-person group achievement test dates and locations are shown below. We’re pleased to offer some new locations this year. To sign up, contact the…
