It usually consists of a graded word list and a series of graded passages that are to be read aloud. A free composition should provide the student with an opportunity to demonstrate an ability to use language appropriately in an open-ended situation. Others are rubrics of indicators that help those conducting an assessment to interpret their observations or results. Samples of some of the resources identified here are examples that some B.C. school districts have found useful. School districts may wish to use other appropriate test instruments.
More detail is included in the Appendix.
These have been marked with the symbol . All initial assessment results should be reviewed carefully, bearing in mind that preliminary screening and ongoing assessment results may indicate significant differences in a short period of time. Attempting to replace another language with English is not in the best interest of the learner. The placement of students following assessment will depend in large measure on the district's decisions regarding the provision of English language services to those who need it. Xiao Xiao is a 7-year old boy from China who has never attended school.