Comprehensive Math Assessments for Targeted Instruction
Illuminate Education offers a comprehensive suite of math assessments designed to assess and address essential math concepts. From basic facts to multi-step computation and higher-order applied mathematics, educators can support targeted, effective math instruction and interventions using actionable data provided by FastBridge math assessments. The solution includes Universal Screening, Curriculum-Based Measures, Computer Adaptive Tests, and detailed reports for progress monitoring.
Research-Based Approach to Math Assessment
FastBridge math assessments integrate research-based Computer Adaptive Tests (CAT) for universal screening and highly sensitive Curriculum-Based Measures (CBM) for progress monitoring. This combination allows for the quick and accurate delivery of data to help educators understand the type of math instruction needed for each student. The user-friendly reports generated by the assessments enable educators to target specific math skills and provide appropriate instruction, ultimately guiding students towards math proficiency.
Diverse Math Assessment Options
The FastBridge math assessment suite includes various assessments tailored to different grade levels and math concepts. These include earlyMath for assessing early numeracy skills, aMath for measuring broad math abilities, CBMmath Automaticity for fluency with arithmetic facts, CBMmath Process for applied math skills, and CBMmath Concepts & Applications for evaluating complex math problem-solving skills. Each assessment is designed for universal screening and progress monitoring across different grade levels, from PreK to 8th grade.
Expertise of FastBridge Researchers
FastBridge Math Suite is developed by experts in the field, including Dr. Ted Christ, the Co-Founder of FastBridge and a Professor of School Psychology at the University of Minnesota. Other contributors like Dr. Zoheb Borbora and Dr. Gena Nelson bring their research and expertise to create a comprehensive math assessment solution. The involvement of these researchers ensures that the assessments are grounded in solid educational research and best practices.
Aligning Assessments with Interventions for Student Success
In addition to providing detailed assessments, FastBridge offers teacher-led math interventions that align with the assessment data to help struggling students reach grade-level goals. The interventions include scripted, class-wide, and small-group lesson plans that focus on core numeracy skills. Each intervention is backed by the research of Dr. Ted Christ and his colleagues, ensuring that students receive targeted support to improve their math proficiency.
Enhancing Mathematics Proficiency Across Key Concepts
FastBridge's math assessments and interventions cover a wide range of math concepts crucial for student success. From number sense to algebra, data analysis, measurement, rational numbers, geometry, and general math skills, the solution is designed to enhance proficiency in various mathematical domains. By addressing these key concepts through targeted interventions, educators can help students develop a strong foundation in mathematics.