TSI AssessmentPre- AssessmentActivityWhat is the TSI Assessment?What is a passing score?Who needs the TSI Assessment?What is on the test?How much does it cost?When is the test given?What if I have a disability?What happens when I finish the test?Can I re-take the TSI Assessment?Sample Questions

1Why the TSI Pre-Assessment Activity?Before you can take the TSI assessment, you must participate in a Pre-AssessmentYou will be asked, Were you provided with information and/or an activity to help you understand all of the following: 1 the importance of this assessment, 2 sample questions, 3 course options, and 4 resources for students?You must document your completion of the Pre-Assessment ActivityYou must be able to answer YES to take the TSI test

2What is the TSI Assessment?It is a placement test, not an admissions test

Based on the placement test, you may be directed to take a diagnostic test or an adult basic education assessment

View Importance of TSI Video

3What is the TSI Assessment?

4What are the passing scores?The score range on the TSI Assessment in all sections is 310-390TSI Math- College Readiness 350TSI Reading- 351TSI Writing- 5 on the essay or 363 with a 4 on the essayWhat if I score below the passing standard?DiagnosticsAdult Basic Education

5Are there exemptions?

ACT- composite score of a 23 with a 19 in English and 19 in Math

SAT- composite score of 1070 with 500 in Critical Reading and 500 in Math

TAKS- ELA score of 2200 with a 3 or higher in writing and 2200 in Math (can have partial exemptions)6What is on the test?TSI Math is 20 questions that covers the four content areas. There are four questions in each section of the diagnostic test.

TSI Reading is 24 questions with 10-12 items in each section of the diagnostic test.

TSI Writing is 20 questions with 10-12 items in each section of the diagnostic test.

You may also be asked to write a five paragraph persuasive essay.

7What is on the test?http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OhEXiH36mEU

8 Where do I find Sample Questions?View sample questions and feedback at:www.collegeboard.org/texas-sample-questions

You may request a hard copy in A115 from Mrs. Martinez

Additional online resource

http://professionals.collegeboard.com/profdownload/accuplacer-iphone-app.pdf ( $1.99)

Querium TSI prep program for smart phonePersonalized test prep complete with videos, practice questions, test taking tips and reminders. ( Due in December 2013)

9How much does it cost$Current Lufkin High students will pay:$10.00 Math$10.00 Reading$10.00 WritingCurrent Lufkin High students on free or reduced lunch will pay:$3.00 Math$3.00 Reading$6.00 Writing

Lufkin High School TSI Testing Center

10How much does it cost$NONE Lufkin High students will pay (anyone not currently attending LHS):$15.00 Math$15.00 Reading$15.00 WritingLufkin High School TSI Testing Center

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Lufkin High School TSI Testing Center

When is TSI Testing?

February 1 (deadline January 17)March 22 (deadline March 7)April 26(deadline April 11)June 5(deadline May 22) 12How do I register?Registration forms can be found in the Go Center, Main office, Counseling Center, and the 12th grade Principals officeComplete your registration form and return to A115 in the Main office along with your payment (cash or money order only)Space is limited and seats will be filled in order of registration submissionMake sure to meet registration deadlinesLufkin High School TSI Testing Center

13What if I have a disability?If you receive accommodations on testing through 504 or special services, you will be provided accommodations on the TSI Assessment at Lufkin High SchoolYou are responsible for registering your accommodations on your registration formSee your Counselor for more information

Lufkin High School TSI Testing Center

14What happens when I finish?You will receive a TSI placement scoreIf you met the passing standard, you will be able to register for college credit classes

15What happens when I finish?If you did not meet the passing standard, your institution may use additional factors to determine placementHigh school grade point average/class rankingOther test scores Courses from your high school transcript16What happens when I finish?If you did not meet the passing standard, options and resources may include:Developmental courses & Intervention plansCourse-pairing & Non-Course Competency Based OptionsTutors & Instructional AidesTechnology delivered developmental coursesWorkforce Education & Community Based OrganizationsWorkforce Solutions & Adult Literacy Programs

Contact an advisor at your institution of choice to learn about campus and community resources that will help you succeed as a college student

17Can I re-take the TSI?You can re-take the TSI when you are ready and will be required to pay each time you test You will only re-test in the area needed

18What is my TSI Pre-Assessment Verification Form?Your verification form is your acknowledgement of the following statement:Were you provided with information and/or an activity to help you understand all of the following: 1 the importance of this assessment, 2 sample questions, 3 course options, and 4 resources for students?You must document your completion of the Pre-Assessment ActivityYou must be able to answer YES to the above statement in order to take the TSI test

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