The following tips for parents whose children are taking the MAP tests are taken from the Joplin R-8 School District website:
Joplin students will take Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) exams throughout the next few weeks. High school and middle school students will test during the week of April 10th, and elementary students will test during the weeks of April 17th and April 24th.
During MAP testing, Joplin parents can help students by keeping the following tips in mind:
Reduce your child’s anxieties:
* Remind your child that their class grades are not determined by standardized test scores.
* Let your child know that standardized tests help identify instructional needs.
* Assure your child that no child is expected to know all the answers.
* Explain that test taking is a skill to be developed. Students get better with practice.
Help your child do his or her best:
* Encourage your child to do well without pressuring him/her. It is important for your child to stay relaxed for a test.
* Make sure that your child gets enough sleep on the night before the test.
* Ensure that your child eats a healthy breakfast every day.
* Have your child wear comfortable clothing.
* Praise/reward your child for their hard work preparing for a test.
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