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 Where
IPT started, and where it’s going
First developed by Ballard & Tighe nearly
30 years ago, the original IPT (IDEA Proficiency
Test) is a series of standardized, nationally
normed testing instruments for students in pre-kindergarten
through grade 12. The tests are designed to accurately
and quickly evaluate students’ oral language,
reading, and writing in English. A separate series
is available to assess students’ Spanish
language proficiency.
Critically acclaimed for its excellent results,
ease of use, quick and simple scoring, and varied
reporting options, the IPT series is widely adopted
and highly respected by educators and assessment
professionals across the country and the world.
Currently, IPT is used in 30 states with a combined
LEP enrollment of over two million.
Used for identification, placement and re-designation,
the original IPT series of nationally normed tests
has been helping educators measure the proficiency
and progress of English language learners for
decades. Now Ballard & Tighe is expanding
the IPT ensemble even further by developing a
wholly new testing system, specifically designed
to meet NCLB requirements.
 The
New IPT Title III Testing System (formerly IPT
2005)
The new IPT testing system represents a new solution
for a new age of educational testing. The new
IPT has been designed with distinct capabilities
to allow educators to demonstrate accountability
as required by NCLB.
The New IPT Title III Testing System is distinct
from the original IPT in that it:
- addresses all NCLB requirements
- is based on new assessment
research
- assesses both academic
and social language
- is criterion-referenced
(as opposed to norm-referenced)
To learn about all the capabilities
of the new IPT testing system, see IPT
Keeping you informed
In introducing the new IPT
testing system, Ballard & Tighe has adopted
an open-development policy. We invite and encourage
states, schools, and educators to follow the progress
of our IPT testing system as it evolves, and to
participate in its development. In addition to
actively seeking your input, comments and concerns,
we will make every effort to keep you informed
of the latest developments and progress via this
web site as well as other information channels.
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