If your students have not taken a course in Geometry, they should be given the Elementary Algebra Readiness test to test their preparedness for a second year algebra course. MDTP has released a Beginning Calculus Test, this is a diagnostic test of topics required for success in calculus. This test should be given early in a calculus course and requires a graphing calculator for certain questions. MDTP tests can be given at various times throughout mathematics courses. They may be given near the beginning of a course, part way through a course, and at the end of the course.
Teachers determine when to administer MDTP tests to their students.
The purpose of MDTP testing is to help teachers identify topics and curriculum areas that their students need further review.