Exploring the 2015 MAP Practice for 6th Grade ELA

The video tutorial guides students through the process of taking a MAP test. It covers logging into the practice site, navigating the test interface, and using various tools like the pointer, cross-off, highlighter, and sticky notes. Additional features such as the magnifier and line guide are explained, along with instructions on pausing, flagging, and completing the test. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of familiarizing oneself with these tools to ease the testing process.

What is the first step to access the MAP practice site?

• Click on the 'Start Test' button

• Enter your username and password

• Download the MAP test software

• Click on the provided link

What should you do if you cannot hear the audio during the initial setup?

• Click 'Next' to skip the audio check

• Adjust your computer's volume and try again

• Restart your computer

• Ignore the audio check and proceed

What does the split screen format of the MAP test display?

• A timer on the left and questions on the right

• Questions on the left and answers on the right

• Instructions on the top and questions on the bottom

• Stories on the left and questions/answers on the right

How can you navigate to a specific question in the MAP test?

• Type the question number in the search bar

• Use the 'Skip' button

• Click on the question number in the triangle menu

• Use the 'Next' and 'Back' buttons

What is the purpose of the 'cross off' button?

• To highlight important text

• To eliminate incorrect answer choices

• To navigate to the next question

• To submit your answer

What happens to your highlights in the story section when you change questions?

• They stay with the story

• They move to the new question

• They get saved in a separate file

• They disappear

How can you create a sticky note in the MAP test?

• Double-click on the text

• Click on the 'New Sticky Note' button and place it on the desired text

• Highlight the text and press 'Ctrl+N'

• Right-click on the text and select 'Add Sticky Note'

What is the function of the magnifier tool?

• To highlight text

• To zoom in on text for better readability

• To navigate between questions

• To cross off incorrect answers

What should you do if you need to pause the test for a short break?

• Click the 'Pause' button

• Close the browser window

• Log out of the test

• Click the 'End Test' button

How can you flag a question to review it later?

• Click the 'Flag' button next to the question

• Highlight the question text

• Write a sticky note

• Use the magnifier tool