[Bestplus] A reminder / Suggestion

[Schwerdtfeger, Jane]

Hi, Janet--yes, that is true, that program staff may feel there aren't
enough students to practice on--that is a real concern.  But I think it
would be great for trainers to suggest students who might be likely
candidates for practice--like those you mention, and one of the other
trainers suggested giving a practice test to students who will likely get
the REEP.  I think trainees need practice scoring ESOL students, since it is
a lot easier (and often more of a homogenous scoring experience) with adult
colleagues. Does anyone have other suggestions for students who might be
willing to take it as a practice test?
 
Thanks--
Jane

-----Original Message-----
From: Fischer, Janet [mailto:jfischer at necc.mass.edu]
Sent: Tuesday, July 06, 2004 3:07 PM
To: Schwerdtfeger, Jane; Bestplus at lists.literacytent.org
Subject: RE: [Bestplus] A reminder / Suggestion



Hi Jane. Thanks for the "heads up."

 

It's interesting that you mention this. I was just reviewing some
evaluations from a recent training and one of the concerns that was raised
was that there wouldn't be enough ESOL students to practice with. I think
people are concerned that they shouldn't use actual students who will be
assessed on the BEST Plus. For smaller programs, this seems to be more of an
issue. I know we've suggested using ABE & GED students, especially if
they're non-native speakers. It's a good reminder for upcoming trainings.

 

Regards, Janet

 

Janet S. Fischer

Associate Coordinator

Northeast SABES (System for Adult Basic Education Support)

Northern Essex Community College

45 Franklin Street, Lawrence, MA 01840

Tel: (978) 738-7307,  Fax: (978) 738-7115

jfischer at necc.mass.edu 

 

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[mailto:bestplus-bounces at lists.literacytent.org] On Behalf Of Schwerdtfeger,
Jane
Sent: Tuesday, July 06, 2004 2:00 PM
To: 'Bestplus at lists.literacytent.org'
Subject: [Bestplus] A reminder / Suggestion

 

Hi, everyone--

 

I happened to receive one of the BEST Plus Proficiency Development forms in

the mail today, and noticed that the practitioner doing the 10 practice

tests used what appear to be her family and colleagues exclusively.  (Same

last name for many of the people tested, and I recognize the colleagues'

names).  When we were trained, Lynda from CAL suggested that of the 10 we

do, that we practice on colleagues, friends and family for half of them, and

the other half should be students.  I imagine this practitioner didn't

realize that she should also practice on students, but can you emphasize

that in your upcoming trainings?  Thanks very much!

 

Jane

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