2015 PSAT Test WHAT S IT ALL ABOUT?

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1 2015 PSAT Test WHAT S IT ALL ABOUT?

2 WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14th Write this date in your agendas and at the top of your student guide on the blue side! 7:30 am report to your 1st period class - IF you are testing in a different location, an announcement via the PA will release students to the various testing locations The night before get at least 8 hours sleep! Morning of, eat a good breakfast! 2

3 What is the PSAT test? And. What are the Benefits of doing well on the test? Measures academic skills you ll need for college Important preparation for the official SAT!!!! College and career planning tools Scholarship and recognition opportunities (11 th grade) Admissions and financial aid information from colleges 3

4 Changes In Time Frames for Redesigned PSAT/NMSQT First time administration is October, 2015 FIRST TIME ADMINISTRATION Of REDESIGNED PSAT/ NMSQT IS OCTOBER 2015 EVIDENCE-BASED READING 60 MINUTES 48 QUESTIONS EVIDENCE- BASED WRITING AND LANGUAGE 35 MINUTES 44 QUESTIONS MATH 70 MINUTES 47 QUESTIONS TOTAL 165 MINUTES (2 hours & 45 minutes) Pre hours and 10 minutes 138 QUESTIONS

5 77 Key Changes in PSAT/NMSQT Key Changes in PSAT/NMSQT The redesigned PSAT/NMSQT will mirror the knowledge and skill areas tested by the redesigned SAT. The 7 key changes of the redesigned PSAT/NMSQT are:

6 7 Key Changes In Redesigned PSAT/NMSQT Relevant words in context Command of evidence Math that matters most Math problem grounded in real-world contexts Analysis in literature, science, history/social studies Founding documents and great global conversations No penalty for wrong answers Engage in close reading & meaning based on context of relevant words Interpret, synthesize and use evidence in sources to support conclusions and integrate information Problem-solving and data texts; quantitative literacy; linear and complex equations Completing multistep applications to solve problems Solve problems in context Comprehend excerpts from U.S. founding documents and texts from ongoing global issues Total Score range for PSAT/NMSQT Sub-scores for reading, writing/language, math

7 Structure of PSAT/NMSQT Segments of PSAT/NMSQT 1. Evidence-Based Reading and Writing Reading Test Writing and Language Test Continued emphasis on reasoning skills Clearer, stronger focus on knowledge skills Emphasis on meanings of vocabulary in extended contexts 2. Math Increase in multistep problems Emphasis on problem-solving, quantitative literacy, complex equations and geometric and trigonometric skills.

8 Command of Evidence on Reading and Writing and Language Tests on PSAT/NMSQT Assessments will focus on three facets of command of evidence The use of evidence: Students must locate the evidence in a passage that best supports the answer. The analysis of an argument: Students must identify how an author uses evidence to support a claim. The analysis of quantitative information: Students must relate informational graphics to the ideas conveyed through words.

9 Writing And Language Test on PSAT/NMSQT Multiple choice test items based on passages Test items are based on Relevant word in context Command of evidence Expression of ideas in complex, real-world contexts and revising and editing texts Analysis of topics in literature, science and social studies Application of literacy skills

10 Math Test Format/Structure on PSAT/NMSQT Total of 48 questions Multiple choice items- (80% of items) Student-produced responses (20% of items) Increased multiple steps problems Calculator may be used for 64% of PSAT/NMSQT math test items. No calculator use on 36% of PSAT/NMSQT math test items

11 Calculators are Encouraged A scientific or graphing calculator is recommended. Bring a familiar calculator. Test day is not the time to figure out how to use a new calculator. 11

12 Additional Questions??? Read your Student Study Guide Visit Colleboard s Website psat-nmsqt-psat-10