Understanding the New Fast Reading Test

The video discusses the new adaptive Fast Reading Test, which adjusts question difficulty based on student performance. It explains the transition from diagnostic tests to progress monitoring tests (PM1, PM2, PM3) and how each test influences the next. Strategies for tackling the adaptive nature of the test are provided, emphasizing the importance of answering questions accurately. The video also offers tips for test-taking, including managing time and using test tools effectively. Finally, it highlights the availability of practice tests to familiarize students with the format and tools.

What is the main feature of the new Fast reading test?

• It is only for advanced students.

• It does not require prior test data.

• It adapts based on student performance.

• It is a fixed set of questions.

How does the progress monitoring system work?

• It only tracks the final test score.

• It adjusts the difficulty based on previous tests.

• It uses the same questions for all students.

• It does not consider past performance.

What should a student avoid doing to ensure a good score?

• Using test-taking strategies.

• Guessing to get easier questions.

• Reviewing flagged questions.

• Answering all questions honestly.

Why is it important to focus on each passage as a mini-test?

• To finish the test quickly.

• To see all questions at once.

• To skip difficult questions.

• To ensure understanding and accuracy.

What is a recommended strategy for answering questions?

• Using process of elimination.

• Ignoring flagged questions.

• Guessing all answers.

• Skipping questions to save time.

What should students do if they are unsure about an answer?

• Skip the question.

• Guess randomly.

• Flag it for review.

• Leave it blank.

How does the test adapt if a student starts at a lower level?

• The student remains at the lower level.

• The test does not change.

• The test adapts as the student improves.

• The student must retake the test.

Where can students take a practice test for the Fast reading test?

• In a public library.

• Only during the actual test.

• At home on any browser.

• On the FL fast.org website.

What is the purpose of the practice test on FL fast.org?

• To familiarize with the test format and tools.

• To assess final reading level.

• To prepare for the final exam.

• To replace the actual test.

What should students do to prepare for the test day?

• Stay up late studying.

• Skip breakfast.

• Get a good night's sleep and eat a hearty breakfast.

• Arrive late to the test.