Avant STAMP Overview
Avant STAMP for ASL is a first-of-its-kind American Sign Language test, developed for second-language learners of ASL and Children of Deaf Adults (CODA) in collaboration with Bridges Oregon—one of only two organizations that deliver the National Sign Language Assessment (NSLA). This assessment was developed to align with the same proficiency scale and rigor as all other Avant STAMP tests. It has 2 sections: Réceptif and Expressif.
Each test taker should read through the Guide du Candidat.
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How the Test Works
Réceptif questions are multiple-choice and are scored automatically. The section is computer-adaptive, and results are available immediately upon completion.
Expressif responses are recorded using a webcam. They are rated by Avant Évaluateurs Certifiés who use a Barème de notation that lists the criteria for meeting Benchmark Levels.
Test Rules
Tests are taken dans un environnement surveillé sans aucune ressource extérieure autorisée.
- Ne cliquez pas en dehors de la fenêtre de test. Ceci est suivi et vous déconnectera du test.
- N'utilisez aucun matériel de soutien (par exemple, dictionnaires, manuels, téléphones portables, applications, outils de messagerie ou aides à la traduction comme Google Translate).
- Ne prenez pas de notes (sur papier ou électroniques). Le papier, les stylos, les crayons, les stylets, etc. ne sont pas autorisés.
- Ne lisez/utilisez pas de notes ou de matériaux de soutien pour vos réponses orales/expressives.
- Ne communiquez avec personne sauf le surveillant pendant le test.
- Ne partagez pas les questions ou les consignes du test. Ne copiez pas, n'imprimez pas, ne prenez pas de captures d'écran du test.
- N'utilisez pas de langage violent, profane ou inapproprié dans vos réponses.
Preparing for the Test
Avant STAMP is a proficiency test of what the test taker can do with the language at this point in time. There are no “right” or “wrong” answers, simply a demonstration of their skills.
To help each test taker prepare, we do have several resources to help:
Epreuves types
Shows what the test will look like and gives examples of Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced questions and prompts. It does not show the computer-adaptive nature of the test and will not give a score at the end.
Tutoriels vidéo
Helps the test taker understand how to do their best and what to expect during testing.
Benchmarks and Rubrics
This guide helps to understand how the test is scored and provides question topics that might be used at each level.
Assessment Results
After scoring is completed, results will be provided to the school or organization administering the test.
The report shows how your student performed in each skill (Receptive, Expressive) and gives an overall (composite) score.
The score for each skill is shown in a graphic format, with the filled section showing the level attained. For the Expressive section, an additional shaded area may appear if one response was rated at a higher level—this is an alert that the test taker may be performing across a range of proficiency levels for that skill.
Next to each score, you’ll see a description of the skill (Receptive, Expressive) and level category (Novice, Intermediate, Advanced), along with Power Up Suggestions the test taker can work on to reach a higher score. If a test section wasn’t finished, this area will instead show the status: Not Started or In Progress.
For a detailed explanation of how scores are determined, see the Guide de Benchmark et Rubrique, which describes what is expected at each level. If you have questions about an individual student’s scores, please contact the school or organization that gave the test.
Comprendre les Scores
Pour comprendre davantage les scores du Rapport Individuel, consultez le Guide des Benchmarks et Rubriques. La rubrique détaille précisément quelles attentes sont placées sur les candidats pour la performance à tout niveau donné. Pour plus d'informations sur les scores d'un candidat spécifique, contactez l'organisation qui a administré le test.