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| The PLAN test will be administered to all Pinellas County Schools' 10th graders in the fall of 2009. The exact date is yet to be determined. This test will be given to 10th graders free of charge. |
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• PLAN is tightly aligned with middle and high school course curriculum (English, reading, math, science) as opposed to the critical reasoning (aptitude) aspects of PSAT. PLAN is a curriculum-based achievement test measuring acquired abilities tied to recognized middle and high school courses and curriculum. PLAN test results can be used to identify specific instructional gaps and modify instruction accordingly for individual students and at the school and district levels in these core curriculum courses.
• PLAN has a specific science test. PLAN in grade 10 can help identify instructional needs for students as to prepare them for the 11"' grade science FCAT.
• The ACT and PLAN include a research-based definition of "college readiness without remediation" based on proficiency levels on ACT and PLAN. Students achieving certain PLAN and ACT scores are identified as being on track to earn grades of "C or higher in introductory college-level courses" in each subject.
• ACT has completed new research linking PLAN performance to AP exam success that is analogous to the AP Potential Report generated by PSAT results, so PLAN can continue to assist schools in identifying students for placement in advanced course in which they are likely to experience success.
• Many districts, including Pinellas, are demonstrating success with students who have been unable to pass the 10,h grade FCAT for HS graduation who are taking and earning concordant scores on the ACT. PLAN can help identify students likely to be successful, or target specific areas of study, to help more such students be successful in earning a concordant score for FCAT on the ACT.
• PLAN also includes a strong career interest inventory that builds upon the state mandated middle school Career Planning course, Career Explorer, and Choices. The PLAN Career Inventory can help both college bound students and students looking to enter the workforce upon high school graduation make informed choices regarding the high school program of study, including participation in high school Centers of Excellence and Vocational Certification Programs.
The following resources will assist students and parents in understanding the PLAN results and utilizing the free online resources. |
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