概述
- Avant STAMP 是一个在全国范围内公认的基于网络的测试，用于评估语言能力。
- Avant STAMP 最初是由俄勒冈大学的国家外语资源中心（CASLS）开发的，该中心由美国教育部资助。后来，它被改编并由Avant Assessment提供。
- 测试结果告知考生和教育者关于学习进度和项目效果的信息。
- 测试是在一个不允许使用外部资源的监考环境中进行的。
- 这个测试包含四个部分 - 自我评估阅读，写作，自我评估听力和口语。
- 考试参与者将被要求回答七个自我评估问题，这些问题最能代表他们在阅读和听力部分的技能/能力水平。自我评估的阅读分数用于确定写作部分的提示级别。同样的规则也适用于与口语提示相关的听力自我评估。这使得语言生产部分能更适当地为考试者定级。
- 写作和口语回应由Avant的训练有素的评分员进行评分，他们使用一个评分标准，列出了达到基准水平的标准。
Avant STAMP Overview
Avant STAMP WS is a web-based test that assesses language proficiency. It has 4 sections: 阅读（自我评估）, 撰写, 倾听（自我评估）, and 说话.
Writing and Speaking responses are rated by Avant Certified Raters who use a Scoring Rubric that lists the criteria for meeting Benchmark Levels.
Each test taker should read through the Test Taker Guide.
(Self-Evaluation)
7 questions
3 prompts
(Self-Evaluation)
7 questions
3 prompts
Test Rules
Tests are taken in a proctored environment with no outside resources allowed.
- Do not click outside the test window. This is tracked and will log you out of the test.
- Do not use any support materials (e.g., dictionaries, textbooks, cell phones, apps, messaging tools, or translation aids such as Google Translate).
- Do not take notes (paper-based or electronic). Paper, pens, pencils, styluses, etc. are not allowed.
- Do not read/use any notes or support materials for your speaking/expressive responses.
- Do not communicate with anyone except the proctor during the test.
- Do not share test questions or prompts. Do not copy, print, or take screenshots of the test.
- Do not use violent, profane, or inappropriate language in your responses.
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:
样本测试
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.
视频教程
Helps the test taker understand how to do their best and what to expect during testing.
撰写示例
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 撰写 and 说话 and gives an overall (composite) score.
For a detailed explanation of how scores are determined, see the 基准和评分标准指南, 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.
理解分数
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 (Writing and 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.
理解分数
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.
要了解更多关于个人报告分数的信息，请查看基准和评分指南。该评分标准详细概述了对任何给定水平的考试者的期望。如需了解特定考试者的分数的更多信息，请联系进行考试的组织。