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A Complete Assessment and Placement System
Computer Delivered Testing (used with the ASAP System)
· Delivers computer versions of MDTP, CTEP, CSFI and CELSA
· Scans and scores paper & pencil versions of MDTP, CTEP, CSFI & CELSA
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Integrates paper & pencil and computer test data for placement &
common reporting,
including results
from other computer tests, e.g. ACCUPLACER and COMPASS
· Places students using multiple measure criteria
· ASAP works with popular Scantron or NCS scanners
By using ASAP and CTA together
you can integrate both the delivering of the tests on computers
and scanning and scoring current paper/pencil tests. Integrate test
data from various tests sources
(Accuplacer, COMPASS, paper/pencil, CTA) into common student databases
that counselors
and test administrators can use to create customizable reports. Upload
data to a server or mainframe.
ASAP works on popular NCS and Scantron scanners. ASAP and CTA both have
phone support
and online ftp access for help. ASAP and CTA both work on Window's computers.
CTA offers
approved tests for Math, English and ESL. CTA also works with Accuplacer
online and network
versions for additional testing alternatives.
Both ASAP and CTA are produced by CAPP Associates,
Inc.
The CAPP Test Administrator
(CTA) software has no purchase price and charges on a per test basis.
There is a yearly minimum charge of $400 worth of tests.
Note: You must have a site license with
each test publisher for each test you plan to deliver.
To run the ASAP software, you must have a
site license with CAPP Associates.
Math
Tests
MDTP Mathematics Diagnostic
Testing Project tests are available which measure
readiness for various mathematics levels:
Algebra Readiness (AR50/86) Assesses preparation for algebra
Intermediate Algebra Diagnostic (IA45C86)
Assesses preparation for precalculus first year or other courses at
that level
Elementary Algebra Diagnostic
(EA50C86) Assesses preparation
for second year algebra
Precalculus Diagnostic (PC40C86. PC60C86) Assesses preparation for calculus
About MDTP
MDTP began in 1977 as a joint project of the University
of California and the California State University.
The tests are developed by a workgroup including mathematics faculty
from UC and CSU systems,
community colleges, and high schools. In an agreement with the University
of California Regents, CAPP
developed computer versions of the MDTP tests and is the sole distributor
for this version of the tests.
Paper/pencil versions available.
For information on paper
and pencil MDTP tests, please contact Mary Anne Anthony
Santa Ana College, Dept. of Mathematics, 17th
at Bristol,
Santa Ana, CA 92706, (714) 564-6646 (ccmdtp@attglobal.net)
English Tests
CTEP: College Tests of English Placement consists of
three tests:
Test 1 Reading Comprehension: This test assesses
academic reading abilities including literal, inferential
and critical comprehension, main idea, and vocabulary in context.
Test 2 Sentence Structure and Grammar: The skills
assessed in this test include sentence structure,
verb usage, parallel structure, modifiers and wordiness.
Test 3 Sentence and Syntax Skills This test is
used to assess both reading and writing skills including
comprehension, syntax, use of context, and vocabulary.
The CTEP was developed by community college faculty
to meet the special needs of the diverse community
college student population. The CTEP has been extensively researched
for validity, reliability, and freedom
from bias and has received full approval status by the California Community
Colleges Chancellor's Office.
A college may give one, two or three of these tests. Paper/pencil versions
available.
For more information please contact:
Gail Tennen (Pacific College Testing) (805) 965-3470
ESL Test
CELSA: The Combined English Language Skills Assessment
places students into beginning to advanced
ESL classes. It contains 75 items in a 4 choice multiple choice format.
Two forms are available. The
CELSA has been extensively researched for validity, reliability, and
freedom from bias. Used in hundreds
of colleges nationwide, it has been adopted statewide in Illinois, Utah,
and Minnesota and has received
full approval status by the California Community Colleges Chancellor's
Office.
The CELSA is the only ESL test approved by the U.S. Dept. of Education
for "ability to benefit".
For more information please contact:
Pablo Buckelew (ACTT) (805) 965-5704
About CAPP
Computerized Assessment and Placement Programs (CAPP)
Associates, Inc. has been providing
assessment software and services
to higher education since 1985. CAPP is the sole vendor of the computer
delivered versions of MDTP, CTEP, CSFI and CELSA tests. CAPP also markets
a companion product,
ASAP, a complete scoring and reporting assessment
software system for paper/pencil and CTA computer
testing. Contact CAPP
for a CTA demo CD (or submit the request online). The demo displays
the MDTP,
CTEP, CSFI and CELSA computer delivered tests as it would
at your testing center - risk free.
Prices
Test Publisher
& CAPP Prices
Colleges must purchase annual test site licenses from the test publisher.
There is a single site license charge
that includes both paper/pencil and computer delivered testing. There
is no additional charge from the test
publisher for adding computer
delivered testing to the paper/pencil site license. The only additional
charge
is from CAPP for the software to deliver the tests. CTA and ASAP
have phone and online support.
CTA has no initial cost except a yearly
minimum order of $400 worth of tests:
MDTP 60¢ per student per test
CTEP 25¢ per student per test. The CTEP consists of three tests.
A college may give one, two or three of these tests. The
maximum cost per student is 75¢
CELSA 60¢ per student per test.
ASAP site license fees (payable to CAPP Associates)
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ASAP Annual Site license cost
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ASAP maintenance (yr.)
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$ 1,800
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2nd site license
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$ 900
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MNSCU license
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$ 900
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ASAP initial purchase
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$ 4,995 |
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Setup per subject
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$ 400 |
ASAP will run on DOS or Window's (95-XP).
It works with Scantron or NCS scanners.
More ASAP information
MDTP Tests
(payable to MDTP)
Annual Site License:
This fee is based on the published student enrollment of the college
College Enrollment:
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MDTP Annual Site license cost
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Under 5,000
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$400
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Over 5,000
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$800
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CTEP
Tests (payable to Pacific College Testing)
Annual Site License:
This fee is based on the published student enrollment of the college.
College Enrollment:
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CTEP Annual Site license cost
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Under 2,000
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$ 400
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2,001 - 5,000
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$ 600
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5,001 - 10,000
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$ 800
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10,001 - 15,000
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$1,200
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15,001 - 20,000
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$1,600
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20,001 - 30,000
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$2,000
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30,001 - 50,000
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$3,000
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Above 50,000
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$4,000
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CELSA Tests (payable to the Association
of Classroom Teacher Testers)
Annual Site License:
(with ability to benefit): Based on number of ESL students tested per
year:
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CELSA Annual Site license cost
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1 - 60
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$ 195
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61 - 200
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$ 295
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201 - 400
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$ 450
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401 - 750
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$ 675
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751 - 1,200
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$ 995
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greater than 1,200
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by quote
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