· Delivers and scores computer versions of the MDTP, CTEP, CSFI and CELSA tests

· Places students using multiple measure criteria

· Provides immediate test and placement results

· Allows you to adopt math, English or ESL tests - your choice

· Is cost effective - no initial software purchase (yearly minimum order of $400 of tests)

· All tests are approved for either paper/pencil or computer delivered testing

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 works on all networks supporting standard drive
mapping (NT, Novell etc.). Phone and online support available.
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.
CTA has a yearly minimum order of $400 worth of tests.

Math Tests
MDTP Mathematics Diagnostic Testing Project tests are available which measure readiness for various
mathematics levels:

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

About MDTP Tests
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 the tests. Paper/pencil
versions are also 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 are also available.
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 the only ESL
test approved by the U.S. Dept. of Education for "ability to benefit".
Paper/pencil versions are also available.
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 the 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.
No installation for CD - Demo is required (runs on your CD-Rom drive)
For Win 95 thru XP computer systems.

MDTP Tests (payable to MDTP)
Annual Site License:
This fee is based on the published student enrollment of the college
College Enrollment:

CTEP Tests (payable to Pacific College Testing)
Annual Site License:
This fee is based on the published student enrollment of the college.
College Enrollment:

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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