2018 List of Approved Tests for Assessment of English Learners
July, 12, 2018
TO THE ADMINISTRATOR ADDRESSED:
SUBJECT: 2018 List of Approved Tests for Assessment of English Learners
Local Education Agencies (LEAs) are required to use a list of approved assessments for the identification and reclassification of English learners[1].
The 2018-2019 List of Approved Tests for Assessments of English Learners is provided in the link below, but is only applicable for this school year. Beginning in the 2019-2020 school year, LEAs will be required to use a single statewide test for entry and reclassification[2].
The approved tests placed on the list are based on scientific research and measure oral language proficiency in listening and speaking in English and Spanish from Prekindergarten (PK) - Grade 12.Assessments also measure reading and writing in English and Spanish from PK - Grade 12.
The list of approved tests are grouped in the following categories:
- Identification
- Formative Assessment
- Annual Assessment
- Reclassification (grades 1-12 only)
The 2018-2019 List of Approved Tests for Assessment of English Learners can be accessed from the TEA webpage at: https://tea.texas.gov/bilingual/esl/education/
If you have questions, please feel free to contact Susie Coultress, State Director of Bilingual/ESL/Title III in the Division of English Learner Support, at (512) 463-9414 or by email at susie.coultress@tea.texas.gov.