Avant STAMP Overview
Avant STAMPe is a web-based test that assesses language proficiency. It has 4 sections: Lecture, Écriture, Écoute and Parler.
Each test taker should read through the Guide du Candidat.
~30 multiple-choice questions
2 prompts
~30 multiple-choice questions
2 prompts
How the Test Works
Reading and Listening questions are multiple-choice and are scored automatically. The test is computer-adaptive which means it will get easier or harder based on the test taker’s responses.
Writing and Speaking prompts will be made more or less difficult based on how well the test taker does in the Reading and Listening sections. Responses are rated by Avant Certified Raters who use a Scoring Rubric 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.
Modèles pour la rédaction
For many languages, we provide real examples of writing responses for each level. Test takers can compare what they know to understand what type of language is expected at each level.
Benchmarks and Rubrics
This guide helps to understand how the test is scored and provides question topics that might be used at each level in the Reading and Listening sections.
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 Écriture and Parler and gives an overall (composite) score.
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
The Individual Report shows the score earned for each skill, along with a Composite Score.
Score Pyramid
An inverted pyramid graphic displays each score. The filled section shows the level reached.
- For Writing and Speaking, an extra shaded area may appear if one response was scored at a higher level.
- This indicates the student may be performing across a range of proficiency levels for that skill.
Skill Descriptions
Next to the pyramid, you’ll see descriptions of the skill (Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking) and the level category (Novice, Intermediate, Advanced).
- If a test section wasn’t finished, this area will instead show the status: Not Started or In Progress.
Power Up Suggestions
On the far right, the report lists Power Up Suggestions—practical tips the student can use to improve and reach higher scores in that skill.