This past Friday, the Department of Education in New York City released the Teacher Data Reports. The reports rank individual teachers based on a complex formula that used demographics and past test results to predict student performance. Teachers were either credited or blamed for the difference between the projections and their students’ actual performances and […]
One of the most trusted and relied-upon intelligence tests in use today, the Kaufman Brief Intelligence Test was developed by Alan S. Kaufman and his wife Nadeen, both renowned psychologists in the field of intelligence. The tests incorporate several trusted and well-known schools of thought, brought together in one simple, quick and easy to administer […]
If your child has taken the Kaufman Brief Intelligence Test-2 and scored lower than you were expecting, it’s understandably frustrating. After all, parents want their children to do well on intelligence tests, especially if they suspect that the child may be gifted. However, don’t panic over a low Kaufman exam score. There are several reasons, […]
The Stanford Binet test, also known as the SB 5, is a type of intelligence test that was introduced in 1916. Today, the test has gone through various developments and revisions to make it one of the most accurate forms of evaluating a person’s cognitive abilities whether they are a kid or elderly. There are […]
Join us for our next PAL Workshop Series on Feb. 28, 2012 at 6:30pm. Supporting Early Gifted Children Through Play: A Hands-On, Play-Based Session for Parents Some questions parents ask themselves: Is my child gifted? Or is my child just really bright? What clues should I be looking for in my child to determine if he […]
Bracken test results are converted to descriptive categories: “advanced” or “delayed”. Since the Bracken exam is a standardized test developed in line with strict guidelines and measures, the test results also follows professional testing score guidelines. Raw scores achieved by the child are converted to percentile scores and later converted to descriptive categories to determine […]
The Stanford-Binet test is used to evaluate the cognitive abilities of the test taker through a series of tests that make use of both verbal and non-verbal activities. Apart from testing the intellectual abilities of a person, the test is also useful in other studies such as: early childhood assessment, neuropsychological and clinical assessment, educational […]
The KBIT-2 Test, also know as the Kaufman Brief Intelligence Test-2, is an intelligence test designed to quickly and simply determine an individual’s capacity. The Kaufman exam was designed to work effectively for all age groups, from pre-kindergarten through adulthood. In essence, the Kaufman test has three primary goals. Gifted children need special classes (in […]
It is highly recommended that parents let their children take IQ tests like the WPPSI earlier on in life. It is the best way for you to tell whether your child is gifted or has difficulty in learning. The WPPSI test is usually conducted by a certified clinical psychologist or psychiatrist but because many schools […]
The Stanford-Binet test, also known as the SB -5, is one of many types of intelligence tests administered to children to evaluate their innate abilities. The test is administered to children as young as pre-k but is also given to adults. However, you may wonder how the same test can be administered to both children […]
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The time has come! Testing is now underway for New York City’s Gifted and Talented Program which means that thousands of children are lining up to take the OLSAT (Otis-Lennon School Abilities Test) and BSRA (Bracken School Readiness Assessment) through Feb. 10. These talented tots are competing for a coveted spot in the G&T classrooms […]
If your child will be taking the CogAT test soon, you undoubtedly want to do all you can to help them do well. One way to do this is with free CogAT sample tests. These are available on a variety of websites and can be found for both lower and higher grade levels. Keep in […]
We all know that even truly gifted children can, in some cases, be at a disadvantage in traditional school settings. When children are not properly stimulated, they become bored and “tune out” what their teachers are saying. In the case of a highly intelligent student, this can happen very quickly. In a worst-case scenario, an […]
Crystallized intelligence, as measured by the Kaufman Brief Intelligence Test-2, is intelligence which has been learned. This can be through formal schooling, through informal teaching by parents, by life experiences or any other situation which teaches a child something new. Crystallized intelligence changes over time, unlike fluid intelligence which usually remains the same throughout a […]
Today ask your little one this OLSAT practice questions: “Look at the shapes in the boxes across the rows and up and down the columns. Do you see how they are related to each other? Can you find the answer that goes in the empty box so the designs inside the rows and columns follow […]
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For many parents, the decision of whether or not to test their child’s intelligence is a difficult one. Some parents feel that a low score may impair their child’s self-esteem and create self-image issues as they develop. Others don’t want their child to be labeled as “gifted” simply because of the potential teasing of other […]
The Stanford-Binet test is recognized as a standard in measuring intelligence. It has been designed to test the cognitive strengths and weaknesses of children and adults alike, and is composed of 10 subtests which measure 5 cognitive areas: visual-spatial, quantitative, knowledge, working memory, and fluid reasoning. The Stanford-Binet test makes use of a variety of […]
The OLSAT test results set sights on placing the students’ accomplishment into perspective. OSALT results include the verbal and nonverbal scores which in turn forms part of the total score. The total score in the OLSAT results is, on the whole, the marker and guide of the learning ability of the students from kindergarten to […]
For those parents in NYC, many of your children will take the gifted and talented test this weekend or within the next few weeks. Tens of thousands of 4 to 7 year old New Yorkers will take the test that will determine their educational future for the next school year and beyond. For the all […]
The SB 5 test usually takes between 45-90 minutes, although this can sometimes extend to up to 2 hours depending on the examinee. There are factors involved that affect the duration of the SB test, such as the age of the child and the number of subtests which are administered. The SB 5 test was […]
If you want to understand your child’s cognitive processes and his abilities in expressive language, memory, and thinking skills, you may want to administer the Stanford-Binet test. This test was developed by French psychologist Alfred Binet, which was originally used by the French government in determining children who have special needs. Today it is a […]
OLSAT Level B is the aptitude test for first grade students who are about to enter their second grade. Like other OLSAT level tests, it is a multiple choice exam which measures the child’s verbal and nonverbal skills. OLSAT Level B assesses first-graders’ verbal comprehension, which includes the ability to following directions. Verbal reasoning abilities […]
Here are some OLSAT practice questions to start the day with your little one during the holiday break from school! Don’t forget, you can get 50% OFF a Top 1% membership for the next 48 hours only! Make sure you start preparing during the holiday break for the upcoming testing season. We now have over […]
OLSAT Level A is the lowest level of the Otis-Lennon School Ability Test, which generally assess the learning and school competencies of pre-kindergarten and kindergarten students. The OLSAT Level A measures a child’s ability to follow directions, as well as general knowledge that is not usually taught in school. Additionally, the OLSAT Level A tests […]
Attention NYC Parents! The New York City department of education sent an update about the upcoming gifted and talented testing dates. The countdown has started so start preparing for the OLSAT and BSRA test today! Remember, if your child is 4 years old (pre-K) they will have answer 128 questions (yes, 128!). Kindergarten, first grade […]
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As you know, IQ tests are vital assessment tools not only because they can help you know whether your child is gifted or not but also help you in understanding the intellectual needs of your kid. So how can you tell if your child is the next Einstein? Gifted children exhibit extraordinary mental abilities and […]
We’re pleased to announce we’ll be posting even more OLSAT test practice questions over the next several weeks as parents rev up for the upcoming testing for the New York City Gifted and Talented Program. Stakes are high this year as we’ve heard many parents who would never had considered any public school option are […]
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OLSAT tests are administered nationwide in the US and is one of the primary device to assess a child’s aptitude for a gifted and talented educational program. It is also used with the Stanford 10 Achievement test to gauge school and learning abilities of children from kindergarten, elementary and high school. OLSAT tests are usually […]
As any parent knows, children in school these days are subjected to many different kinds of tests. Each subject has tests, each grade has criteria for advancement, and many different standardized tests abound. So what’s the big deal about a cognitive abilities test? It may seem like just another round of questions and answers. However, […]
The CogAT is a cognitive abilities test, designed to identify student’s strengths in the three areas of cognitive function most closely linked to academic performance. These areas are verbal, non-verbal, and quantitative reasoning. In many schools, the CogAT is administered to every student to gain perspective. However, some schools use it as a screening tool […]
There are several reasons why a child may score poorly on a cognitive abilities assessment such as the CogAT (cognitive abilities test). The obvious reason (and the one which many parents fear) is that the child has fallen behind their peers. If this is the case, try not to panic. Often, a few supplemental classes […]
If you already know that your child is exceptionally bright, through testing or simply by observing their abilities, it’s only natural to be a bit apprehensive when they take a test such as the CogAT exam. After all, a poor score is often looked upon as grounds for supplemental education, which you know your child […]
While the CogAT exam is widely regarded as a very reliable method of determining a student’s cognitive abilities, there are instances in which a very bright student will produce a surprisingly low CogAT exam score. This is understandably very frustrating for the student, parents and teachers involved. However, there are reasons why a bright student […]
There are many free g&T practice test questions available in the internet, bookstores, and schools today. Parents and teachers use them as review materials for their children whom they believe are gifted and talented. These sample IQ tests feature the same types of test items found in the actual G&T testing and the content are […]
Gifted testing for kids is necessary which is why many public and private school conduct them to children in kindergarten and elementary. Parents may claim that their child is gifted because he or she is very intelligent but this still needs to be tested and proven using the right IQ tests. The fact is, there […]
If your child or a loved one is going to be taking the Kaufman Brief Intelligence Test-2 in the near future, you probably want to know a bit more about this intelligence assessment. The KBIT-2 test is designed to be administered quickly, and to provide a reliable snapshot of an individual’s fluid and crystallized intelligence. […]
Team TestingMom.com made it to last week’s NYC DOE Information Session in Staten Island, held at New Dorp High School! Last year, we were the ONLY ones who ventured out of Manhattan to visit our friends in Staten Island but this year it looks like others followed our lead by showing up with their schwag. […]
The TestingMom.com team took the Upper West Side by storm, discussing our services to the mob of NYC parents that attended the NYC Department of Education’s Gifted and Talented Information Session at Brandeis High School. There were well over 700 parents there wanting to know how their child could get a coveted seat in the […]
As there are many subjects covered at different levels in the Iowa Tests of Basic Skills (ITBS), the testing times vary according to subjects as well as grade level. The Complete Battery tests for third right till eight grade students take roughly five and a half hours to administer, whereby five hours and 10 minutes […]
Mark your calendars NYC Parents! Karen Quinn, the Testing Mom, is coming to New York City in a couple of weeks to meet you. We are hosting 2 workshops for NYC Parents to demystify the process for private schools and G&T admissions! Discover what the NYC Dept. of Ed Won’t Tell You! Please register below. […]
OLSAT testing is now on its 8th edition. Since its inception in 1979, Otis-Lennon testing continuously help educators and parents in assessing the learning skills and potentials of their children from kindergarten, elementary through high school. Because of these testing methods, educators are able to evaluate their students’ academic performance and achievement in school. The OLSAT test […]
The Bracken School Readiness Assessment (BRSA) Test is used by many schools to determine how prepared preschoolers are for entering kindergarten. The test serves other purposes as well. When combined with other IQ and abilities assessment exams, the BRSA test is a useful tool in identifying students in need of special attention. Students who need […]
If you have an older child, the CogAT questions for students in 3rd grade, 4th grade, 5th grade and 6th grade include: CogAT Verbal Questions – 3 subtests Verbal Classification – The student is given a list of 3 words that are alike in some way. The student must decide how the words are alike. […]
New York City has traditionally used a city-wide gifted and talented test to qualify children as young as four years of age to the city’s gifted and talented programs. Recent concerns regarding the current testing procedures and the limited number of minority students that make it into NYC gifted and talented programs has spurred the […]
For younger children who aren’t reading (Kindergarten, first grade and second grade), the CogAT questions are read to them and the answer choices come in the form of pictures. Sections on the Cognitive Abilities Test for younger children Include: CogAT Verbal Questions Oral Vocabulary – The student is asked to look at a group of […]
While there has been some argument that children who attend poorer schools may not perform as well on standardized IQ tests and similar exams, recent studies indicate that the CogAT test may be a more accurate measure for students across all racial, ethnic and social classes. The CogAT, or Cognitive Abilities Test, is a standardized […]
The fifth edition of the Stanford-binet test, known as the SB-5, has been developed and has gone through many revisions since Lewis Terman’s contributions in 1916. Today it is accepted as a standard in IQ tests, and still makes use of many of the original testing methods. However, the latest edition has significant improvements in […]
While the CogAT test has been used for decades to assess aptitude in elementary, junior high, and high school students, many other IQ assessment exams have taken its place in certain school districts over the years. However, in recent years, several studies have indicated that some of the other commonly utilized tests may be biased […]
You heard it here first! The NYC Department of Eduation JUST announced the new requirements for 2011 to 2012 testing requirments. There were many rumors swirling around that the DOE gifted and talented office on Chambers Street might pull a fast one and change the testing requirements! Parents in NYC can breath a sigh of […]
Recent studies conducted on students with ADHD, including drug studies to see how certain medications may improve a student’s ability to learn and progress in the academic setting of a public school system, have utilized the Kaufman Brief Intelligence Test as one of the assessment criteria both for gaining a place in the study and […]
Have your child work on the different questions TestingMom.com has included in the Cognitive Abilities Test section under Practice Questions. You should also have your child practice the figural questions we have under the Naglieri Non-Verbal Ability Test (NNAT test), along with matrix or analogy questions that we have for any other test listed. Is […]
If you want your child to benefit greatly from the Stanford-Binet 5 test, you can make use of free practice IQ tests for children. Whether your child is in kindergarten or elementary, having them engage in practice tests for the SB 5 will come in handy. The questions asked on this site are somewhat similar […]
Over the years, the New York City school system has helped set the standard for school districts across the nation in terms of gifted and talented (G&T) assessment programs. The NYC system has also strongly influenced the admissions criteria for private schools across the country, as well, including the use of assessment tests like the […]
There are many of gifts that can’t necessarily be measured with a gifted and talented test. Two examples would be if your child has a musical talent or advanced athletic ability, which GATE testing doesn’t measure. Here are 5 G&T practice questions to ask your child! Don’t forget we’re having 50% off our Top 1% […]
The Stanford-Binet test is a widely used and accepted form of intelligence tests for children. The tests have been developed by French psychologist Alfred Binet, and over the years have gone through several revisions and developments. Today the tests are effective in assessing a child’s mental capacities for their age as well as diagnosing any […]
The Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT), which is commonly used in school districts across the country, is a tool that is used for several purposes. Many parents think of tests like the CogAT as being only for identifying students for advanced learning programs, and while the CogAT exam and CogAT sample test questions are used for […]
TestingMom.com reviews the New York City Dept. of Ed. web site for frequent updates. The DOE site indicates the gifted and talented handbooks will be available online by the end of September. After reviewing the web site we haven’t seen any indication there are changes for the OLSAT test but we won’t know for sure […]
It’s both easy and hard to generalize about these visits. Most schools have a similar format. They will gather the kids and parents in one place, then they invite the kids to line up and go with a teacher to visit a classroom. Or they might do a slight variation on this theme. You want […]
In the mid-1990s, New York City children typically took the WPPSI test, also known as the WPPSI ERB and the Wechsler Preschool and Primary Scale of Intelligence Test, in order to achieve admittance to private schools, including everything from private preschool programs to standard private, primary schools. Parents usually got incredibly worried as the date […]
TestingMom.com is excited about the new season of the P.A.L. Workshop Series in New York City! Here’s the agenda for the entire P.A.L. workshop series over the next few months. Here are the details on P.A.L. Workshop #1—SEPTEMBER 20, 2011 in New York City Date: September 20, 2011; 6:30-8:00 pm Location: The Downtown Community Center 120 […]
A study recently released by a British university shows evidence that children’s diets significantly impact their intelligence level. It’s not surprising that diet can affect intelligence, particularly in children, since after all, diet is the fuel off of which the body and brain run. Children’s brains are still developing, making the need for a healthy […]
If you’ve received notice (or a permission form to fill out) from your child’s school regarding the administration of the CogAT test, you may be wondering why this test is being administered. In most cases, the CogAT is given to all students in a class, as a method of discerning general cognitive ability, identifying students […]
It’s that time of year again for Manhattan parents to apply to Hunter Elementary School in New York City. According to the Hunter website the completed application (application form, administrative fee, and birth certificate/adoption record) must be received in the Admissions Office no later than November 4th, 2011 by 4 PM. It’s interesting to note […]
The Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT) is an exam that measures student abilities. Specifically, the CogAT Test assesses student abilities to make rational associations, including the ability to see a connection or interrelatedness between multiple concepts. The CogAT consists of three portions, each of which measures reasoning abilities in different ways and shows a student’s ability […]
Press Release on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2011 TestingMom.com is pleased to announce our partnership with Aristotle Circle in offering Aristotle Circle test preparation workbooks on the TestingMom.com store. Aristotle Circle publishes test preparation workbooks for the ERB test, WPPSI test (Wechsler Preschool and Primary Scale of Intelligence), Stanford-Binet test and WISC test. They also publish […]
I recently had the pleasure of meeting Tyler Schwartz who just happens one the best chess teachers in New York City (or in the USA for that matter)! Tyler recently sat with my wonderful (and also very competitive!) daughter and gave her chess lessons with his amazing, new program developed for 3 to 7 year […]
The Stanford-Binet test, a long standing measurement used to determine IQ in children and adults, has implications as a rehabilitation tool as well. A study conducted at a Miami, Florida daycare on children who were born prematurely showed that the use of Stanford-Binet testing criteria n a child’s education could actually lead to better development […]
Many parents of elementary and high school students may believe that the assessment tests and standardized IQ and abilities tests, like the CogAT, which their children are subject to are something new, having come about in just the last few years. Though it’s true that the CogAT Test and similar exams have undergone revisions throughout […]
The standardized tests used to screen for intelligence and gifted abilities have long been under review for ensuring they are as unbiased as possible and will show accurate results for children from all demographics. The WISC, or Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children, is one of the tests that have undergone several revisions throughout the years […]
The Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT) was once widely used to determine student and teacher performance in school districts across the nation. However, with the emergence of state mandated standardized testing programs the CogAT took a backseat to IQ tests and similar exams for many years. While these other tests may have a place in the […]
In 2002, a young boy by the name of Justin Chapman set a record with his IQ test scores, hitting 298 plus on the Stanford Binet at the age of six. When Justin was three years old, he took the Wechsler test and maxed out the scale. It’s interesting the length that Justin’s mother went […]
If your child performs poorly on a test like the WPPSI ERB test or a similar IQ assessment exam, there may be other factors that are contributing to the lower ranking. The WPPSI test, which is also commonly known as the Wechsler test and the Wechsler Preschool and Primary Scale of Intelligence Test, is an […]
The Naglieri Non-Verbal Abilities Test (NNAT) which is a unique test in its methods and assessment criteria is an assessment exam that may well bring stereotypes about gifted and talent students to an end. The NNAT shows profound results among all groups of students, regardless of sex, race, class or ethnicity. The NNAT, as a […]
It has long been known that highly intelligent children can become bored in regular classrooms and ultimately lose interest in school in general as a result. They often perform poorly on tests, homework, and in classroom based work, simply because they have not been challenged enough. The Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children, or WISC Test, […]
As with many other IQ tests used to measure student abilities for admissions into gifted and talented learning programs, the Kaufman Brief Intelligence Test, or KBIT 2 as it is sometimes known, shows signs of being biased in favor of strong performance by white students and those who come from more financially beneficial backgrounds. There […]
The New York City gifted and talented program continues to be one of the country’s most difficult programs to manage. While the program often leads the country in terms of setting criteria and program components, city education officials continue to struggle with finding the best gifted and talented program testing procedures to meet city-wide needs. […]
At one time, the CogAT test, or Cognitive Abilities Test, was one of the most common testing programs used to determine student abilities and assess children for inclusion in school district-sponsored gifted and talented programs. However, over the years, other IQ assessment exams and similar testing methods have slowly replaced the CogAT in many locations […]
There are numerous intelligence quotient tests that have been used over the years to identify young children with high IQ scores. Few have received the same news coverage of the Stanford-Binet test however. The Stanford-Binet 5, the latest version of the IQ assessment test developed in the early 1900s in France, continues to be used […]
Last night Karen Quinn, the Testing Mom, held an incredible tele-seminar for the members of Positive Parenting Solutions. Karen reviewed the 7 abilities your child needs to know from her incredible book Testing for Kindergarten! Thanks to everyone who joined the call last night and a big thanks to Amy for allowing us to speak […]
The NNAT, or Naglieri Non-Verbal Ability Test, which is often used to measure the abilities, skills, potential and IQ of students in grades K through 12, recently became even better for schools and students. The Naglieri Test, like most other such assessment exams, was previously given in paper and pencil format in a classroom setting […]
In many areas across the nation the pay for teachers is exceptionally low, especially within the public school system. In the public school system, teachers who work at schools in very poor neighborhoods make even less money. There are some who believe teacher’s pay should be based on student performance on standardized tests like the […]
The Kaufman Brief Intelligence Test (KBIT) and similar IQ and skills and abilities assessment tests don’t only help identify learning proficiency or challenges in individual children, but they also help schools improve their teaching methods and standard educational practices. The Kaufman test and Kaufman practice tests are commonly used by schools to see how new […]
A study conducted in 2002 showed a potential connection between children having working mothers and those same children being slower learners. One tool used in the study to assess children’s learning skills and abilities level was the Bracken School Readiness Assessment Test, an exam commonly used with preschoolers to determine their “readiness” for entering a […]
Exceptional children need to have intellectual stimulation or they may lose some of what makes them exceptional, at least according to a study that utilized the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children, or WISC Test, to measure IQ of children over a particular period of time. The WISC Test is a common assessment exam used in […]
In following with a trend seen across the nation with regard to all sorts of standardized and IQ assessment testing programs, parents in many locations have begun purchasing private tutoring sessions, BSRA practice test, and other BSRA sample test question tools and resources to help their children perform better on the formal Bracken School Readiness […]
The Stanford-Binet 5 is the latest version of an IQ assessment test that has been used for decades to determine the intelligence level or young children and adults. The original Stanford-Binet was developed in France in the early 1900s and was then used to determine which students might have difficulty in school. While the test […]
The Cognitive Abilities Test or CogAT, as it is often abbreviated, has long been used as a measure of both individual student intelligence and a measure for overall school district achievement scores. Since its introduction in the 1970s, the CogAT test has been a tool for determining student abilities and potential, but has also been […]
As if as a parent you don’t already have enough concerns with which to occupy your mind, a study conducted in 2009 linked the exposure of pregnant women to standard level of air pollution found in major metropolitan areas all around the world to lower WPPSI test scores in children at age five. The WPPSI, […]
Parents who believe their children may be gifted often turn to CogAT practice test or sample test questions for assessment. While the CogAT, or Cognitive Abilities Test, is a common assessment tool used in private and public schools across the country, it may not be the best means of determining gifted status in very young […]
For the Stanford-Binet®, younger children are compared to kids within a two-month range. So for a three to four-year-old it would be: 3 years 0 months through 3 years 1 month 3.2 – 3.3 3.4 – 3.5 3.6 – 3.7 3.8 – 3.9 3.10 – 3.11 4 years 0 months through 4 years 1 month […]
Many parents of children in poorer communities, especially those in large metropolitan cities, where schools simply don’t have the same resources worry about whether their kids are getting the same opportunities as children in more affluent school districts. The fact is that the financial stability of a school district can affect the quality of general […]
You are invited to our free tele-seminar tomorrow night (Thursday, Jan. 6) at 8pm eastern time. Email us at help@testingmom.com to get the call-in information for the tele-seminar. TOPIC: The most popular questions from parents about gifted and talented testing – OLSAT, Bracken, WPPSI-ERB, Stanford-Binet and more! Get insiders access to the experts on testing […]
The Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT) is an exam that measures reasoning skills in several formats or modes. The test is used to assess abilities in all students and is a powerful tool in helping students of all ability levels meet and exceed their potential for learning now and in the future. In addition to helping […]
The Stanford-Binet IQ test has long been utilized as a measure of child prodigy status. Making headlines throughout the decades as the most prominently used intelligence quotient assessment test, the Stanford-Binet test has been used to assess the IQ of children as young as 2 years of age with great success. The Stanford-Binet was developed […]
The Wechsler ERB test, also commonly referred to as the WPPSI ERB or the Educational Records Bureau test, which has long been used by many private schools in New York City and throughout the nation, lost some of its standing in 2010, when several schools in NYC dropped the IQ assessment exam from their standard […]
