http://www.toolfactory.com Test Factory is a formative testing system that was part of a pilot study on increasing test scores. Participants raised their scores by 15% and the pass rate of the group increased from 50% to 75% of students passing. en-gb Mon, 18 Feb 2008 07:30:57 GMT Mon, 18 Feb 2008 07:30:57 GMT Learn about the Test Factory study, how it was set up, and the demographics of the group. Heather Chirtea Sat, 16 Feb 2008 08:31:48 GMT The data showed there were invisible scoring thresholds. Students who completed 250 or more test questions -- 100% would pass. Heather Chirtea Sun, 17 Feb 2008 09:35:46 GMT One in 5 tests were administered between 7:00-11:00PM. Heather Chirtea Sun, 17 Feb 2008 13:11:21 GMT Students took tests over and over again to "...beat back old dragons." Heather Chirtea Mon, 18 Feb 2008 07:05:02 GMT The TIMMS study tests students worldwide in math. Singapore is at the top of all countries, consistently. See how their textbook structure supports higher test scores. US textbook structures can cause students to score lower. Heather Chirtea Sun, 17 Feb 2008 13:11:21 GMT Instant feedback means the kids know exactly where they stand and can ask for help on specific objectives. Heather Chirtea Sun, 17 Feb 2008 13:11:21 GMT Teachers all over the state reported similar gains. Heather Chirtea Sun, 17 Feb 2008 13:11:21 GMT Administrators used the recursive data aggregation to identify weaknesses in their curriculum, intantaneously. Teachers use the data sorting features to set up study groups. Heather Chirtea Mon, 18 Feb 2008 07:05:02 GMT Administrators could shore up weak areas of the curriculum with supplemental materials. Teachers knew exactly where to intervene. Heather Chirtea Mon, 18 Feb 2008 07:05:02 GMT Contact heather@toolfactory.com, (800)220-8386, to adapt the Test Factory engine for your state standards or research project. Heather Chirtea Mon, 18 Feb 2008 07:30:57 GMT