Assuring Success on NJSLA Mathematics

This workshop provides educators with an in-depth understanding of the New Jersey Student Learning Assessment (NJSLA) for Mathematics, aligned to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards (NJSLS). Participants examine the structure of the test, performance levels, and types of questions students will encounter. The session emphasizes instructional strategies for major content areas, mathematical reasoning, and real-world modeling applications. Attendees will also explore tools and resources to better prepare students for test success across diverse learner populations.

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• Misalignment between classroom instruction and NJSLA expectations
  
  
• Lack of teacher familiarity with question types and performance level expectations
  
  
• Insufficient student preparation in problem-solving, reasoning, and modeling
  

1. Alignment with Standards and Test Blueprint: Participants will develop the ability to analyze and align instruction with the NJSLA blueprint, focusing on major content areas and the mathematical practice standards.
   
   
2. Mastery of Question Types: Educators will learn to differentiate between Type I (skills/procedures), Type II (reasoning), and Type III (modeling) questions, and use student work analysis to guide effective instruction.
   
   
3. Instructional Strategies and Tools: Teachers will gain strategies to help students tackle complex problems, along with leveraging online resources like tutorials, practice tests, and digital libraries to support test readiness