Resources for Educators
Explore this page to locate resources related to the MAP Reading Fluency test.
Administering the Test
New to administering the MAP Reading Fluency assessment, or need a quick refresher? The slide presentations below provide an overview of setting up the test, how to prepare students, and more. Please note that there are different presentations specific to student grade levels.
MAP Reading Fluency Deep Dive
Interested in learning about the technical details of the MAP Reading Fluency Assessment? This presentation (designed to be used in conjunction with an in-person PD) goes through the blueprint of the test, including what each type of item looks like for students, what each item is assessing, and how each item is scored.
MAP Reading Fluency Blueprint and Item Types
MAP Reading Fluency Item Types.pdfThis two-page resource gives a general overview of the structure (blueprint) of the MAP Reading Fluency assessment and provides a quick look at each item type that appears on the test.
Understanding Results
The main purpose of the MAP Reading Fluency assessment is to inform instruction; the presentations below give a comprehensive overview of the various reports available in NWEA for this assessment, making it easier to access the most important information you need to gain powerful insights about student performance.
Other Resources
Looking for something more specific than administration instructions or data analysis? The collection of resources below contains tools for the most commonly asked questions and most common troubleshooting situations. Towards the bottom of the page you will find a Padlet with a variety of resources as well as cutpoints for the various performance levels on the MAP Reading Fluency assessment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Use this document to find answers for the most common questions educators have about the MAP Reading Fluency test.
Student Walkthrough for Checking Equipment
This assessment relies on technology to capture and score student responses. Because of this, it is essential that teachers set up and check equipment prior to administering the assessment. This resource provides visuals for walking students through the equipment check process.
MAP Reading Fluency Overview
This presentation covers all the basics of the MAP Reading Fluency test, from describing the purpose of the test to showing what the students experience. Note: This presentation is intended to be used during an in-person PD, but it is still useful as reference material.
MAP Reading Fluency Reports Guide
This PDF gives a comprehensive overview of the numerous reports available in the MAP Reading Fluency system. Provided by NWEA, this document explains what each report does and how to interpret the results.
Collection of MAP Reading Fluency Resources
Looking for specific information about the MAP Reading Fluency assessment? This Padlet contains a diverse set of resources, from troubleshooting steps to administration instructions.
Cut Points
Want to know where the cutoffs are for the various performance levels in MAP Reading Fluency for your grade level? These helpful documents provide this information, broken down by test window (Fall, Winter, and Spring).
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
