CPM: Can I use manipulatives to support the child during assessment of math items?

 Answer

Manipulatives should not be used with math items, including counting and operations. This ensures math measures are more standardized across classrooms and students. Using a screener allows for an efficient means to evaluate a large number of children under standardized conditions. As a screener, this highly correlated measure was intended to quickly and efficiently predict future math outcomes. When administered following administration guidelines, items are extremely predictive of future math outcomes.

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