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Language Proficiency Levels Flashcards

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  1. The ACCESS for ELLs uses a tiered testing approach. Which tier is designed for students expected to perform at proficiency Levels 1–2?

    Answer: Tier A

    Tier A targets students expected to be at Levels 1–2 (Entering and Emerging), ensuring the test is appropriately accessible.

  2. Which ACCESS for ELLs tier is intended for students expected to perform at proficiency Levels 3–4?

    Answer: Tier C

    Tier C is designed for students at Levels 3–4 (Developing and Expanding).

  3. Why does ACCESS for ELLs use a tiered testing structure instead of giving all students the same test?

    Answer: To match task difficulty to students' expected proficiency levels

    Tiered testing ensures that tasks are appropriately challenging and accessible for each student's expected proficiency level, yielding more accurate measurement.

  4. At which proficiency level are ELL students typically considered to have met the criteria for reclassification to fluent English proficient in most states?

    Answer: Level 5

    Most states use a score at or near Level 5 (Bridging) as a benchmark for reclassification as fluent English proficient.

  5. Which composite domain on ACCESS for ELLs combines Listening and Reading scores?

    Answer: Comprehension

    The Comprehension composite combines the Listening and Reading domain scores to measure receptive language skills.

  6. A student who scores at Level 1 (Entering) on ACCESS for ELLs most likely demonstrates which behavior in speaking?

    Answer: Uses isolated words or memorized phrases with heavy native language influence

    Level 1 Entering students typically rely on isolated words, memorized phrases, and show strong native language influence in their speech.

  7. Which statement best describes a student performing at the 'Expanding' (Level 4) proficiency level on ACCESS for ELLs?

    Answer: Uses English effectively in a variety of social and academic contexts with some linguistic complexity

    Level 4 Expanding students use English across a range of contexts with increasing complexity, though some support may still be needed for abstract academic tasks.