Benchmark Advance Assessment Overview

Benchmark Advance 2021 is a comprehensive literacy program for K-6, focusing on building knowledge through structured units. It offers a balance of literary and informational texts, with a strong emphasis on assessments aligned to standards. The program includes digital tools for distance learning and supports diversity and social-emotional learning. It integrates the science of reading research, providing explicit phonics instruction and opportunities for writing development. Teachers are supported with professional development and resources to be responsive to student needs.

What is the primary focus of Benchmark Advance 2021?

• Mathematics and Science

• Literacy and Knowledge Building

• Physical Education

• Art and Music

How many units are there per grade level in Benchmark Advance?

• 5 units

• 8 units

• 10 units

• 12 units

What is the balance of reading types in the Benchmark Advance program?

• 60% literary, 40% informational

• 50% literary, 50% informational

• 70% literary, 30% informational

• 40% literary, 60% informational

What types of assessments are included in Benchmark Advance?

• Only formative assessments

• Both formative and summative assessments

• No assessments

• Only summative assessments

What is the purpose of the read-aloud texts in Benchmark Advance?

• To model the love of reading and higher-level thinking

• To teach mathematics

• To focus on physical education

• To improve handwriting

What is the digital platform used in Benchmark Advance for distance learning?

• Benchmark Universe

• Google Classroom

• Zoom

• Microsoft Teams

How does Benchmark Advance support diversity in its texts?

• By ensuring students see themselves in storylines and authorship

• By including only local authors

• By excluding diverse perspectives

• By focusing only on historical texts

What is unique about the reader's theater in Benchmark Advance?

• It is only available online

• It is multi-leveled, allowing all children to participate

• It focuses on non-fiction texts

• It is only for advanced readers

What does the science of reading research emphasize in Benchmark Advance?

• Only knowledge-based competencies

• Exclusively digital learning

• Only foundational skill competencies

• A balance of foundational skill and knowledge-based competencies

What are the two types of writing provided in Benchmark Advance?

• Response writing and process writing

• Creative writing and poetry

• Technical writing and essays

• Journaling and blogging