Evidence-Based Practices for Algebra 1 Access, Placement, and Success
Category: Student Learning
Instrument Overview
The GMADE (Group Mathematics Assessment and Diagnostic Evaluation) is a diagnostic mathematics test sold by Pearson that measures individual student skills in the main areas of math. The assesmsent aligns with standards by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) and can be used for growth monitoring, strengths and areas for improvement identification, and student placement.
Organization
Topic
Content
Grades
Kindergarten,
1st Grade,
2nd Grade,
3rd Grade,
4th Grade,
5th Grade,
6th Grade,
7th Grade,
8th Grade,
9th Grade,
10th Grade,
11th Grade,
12th Grade
Languages
English
Respondent
Student
Administration Information
Length
50-90 minutes
Qualifications
Purchasing requires Pearson Qualification Level B
Administration
Computer,
Paper
Access and Use
Price
Kits starting at $135
Contact
Pearson: 800-328-5999
Open Access
No
Use in Research
Jitendra, A. K., Harwell, M. R., Dupuis, D. N., Karl, S. R., Lein, A. E., Simonson, G., & Slater, S. C. (2015). Effects of a Research-Based Intervention to Improve Seventh-Grade Students' Proportional Problem Solving: A Cluster Randomized Trial. Journal of Educational Psychology, 107(4), 1019-1034. https://doi.org/10.1037/edu0000039
Psychometrics (additional guidance)
Psychometric References
Must contact publisher
Additional resource:
Savage, C. (2022). Considerations for use of middle grades mathematics assessments. EdInstruments Brief, Annenberg Institute for School Reform, Brown University. https://edinstruments.org/resources/middle-grades-mathematics-assessments
