Understanding ECR and STAR Test Preparation

What is one of the most challenging tasks when preparing students for the ECR portion of the STAR test?

• Scheduling enough practice sessions

• Showing students real sample answers

• Understanding the test format

• Finding the right textbooks

Where can educators find real student samples for the ECR questions?

• Through a subscription service

• On the TEA website under STAR reading language arts resources

• In the school's resource center

• In the local library

What is the purpose of reviewing student samples that scored from five to zero?

• To understand the scoring criteria

• To practice handwriting

• To compare with other schools

• To identify common mistakes