EQAO Grade 9 Math Assessment Overview
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What is the purpose of the multi-stage computer adaptive testing model in the EQAO Grade 9 Assessment of Mathematics?

  • To minimize the time spent on the assessment
  • To ensure all students receive the exact same questions
  • To provide feedback on the curriculum
  • To adapt to the individual student’s performance (correct)

What defines how many questions a student will complete from each strand in the EQAO assessment?

  • The adaptive testing algorithm
  • The assessment blueprint (correct)
  • The student’s overall score
  • The expectations in The Ontario Curriculum

Which of the following strands is NOT assessed in the EQAO Grade 9 Assessment of Mathematics?

  • Literature Analysis (correct)
  • Financial Literacy
  • Geometry and Measurement
  • Algebra

What is the role of the standards referenced in the EQAO assessments?

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How does the EQAO assessment ensure comparability of results from year to year?

<p>By following a consistent assessment blueprint (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

At what point in the academic timeline is the EQAO assessment usually completed?

<p>At the end of the Grade 9 mathematics course (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of assessment model does the EQAO Grade 9 Assessment of Mathematics employ?

<p>Computer adaptive testing model (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component is included in the strands assessed by EQAO?

<p>Data (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the value of A in the equation where A = 350?

<p>$3.5 imes 10^2$ (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the expression $(x^6y^3)(x^{ }y^8)$, what is the exponent of x when simplified?

<p>8 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the equivalent rational number to –5/7?

<p>-0.714 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What value of ρ makes the equation $x^{3}y^{4} = x^{12}y^{ρ}$ true?

<p>9 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What value makes the equation x^6y^3 * x^1y^8 equal to x^{12}y^{ρ} true?

<p>9 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an effective way to encourage students to correct their misconceptions?

<p>Discuss the common errors associated with incorrect options. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which method is suggested for using questions in a classroom for deeper understanding?

<p>Encourage instant recording of answers for follow-up discussion. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can technology be utilized in the classroom according to the suggested uses?

<p>For instant feedback and discussion on correct and incorrect answers. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the suggested uses for questions when spiraling a topic?

<p>Revisit topics to reinforce prior learning and understanding. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done after students answer a question about a topic?

<p>Encourage discussion about the steps required to arrive at their answers. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can manipulatives be effectively used in a classroom setting?

<p>With a focus on student interaction and practical application. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about using questions in the classroom is TRUE?

<p>Questions can be used as part of both pre- and post-assessments. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of having discussions about potential multiple methods to answer a question?

<p>It fosters a deeper understanding through exploration of various approaches. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many real numbers are between 0 and 10?

<p>An infinite number (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which set correctly describes the common numbers in Set C = {3, 6, 9, 12,...} and Set D (the set of integers that are multiples of 5)?

<p>There are no common numbers between Set C and Set D. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about rational numbers is correct?

<p>A rational number can be written as a fraction. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the value of $3.5 imes 10^5$?

<p>350000 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which expression has the least value?

<p>$5^3$ (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If Set C contains multiples of 3, which of these could represent elements in Set C?

<p>15 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of number always can be expressed as a fraction?

<p>Rational numbers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the decimal representation of a rational number?

<p>Can be either finite or repeating (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the cost of the activity if 10 people participate?

<p>$250 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the initial cost of the activity?

<p>$50 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the cost of the activity for 5 people?

<p>$130 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following values could represent the cost of the activity for 15 people?

<p>$300 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If the cost of the activity for 4 people is $130, what is the cost per person?

<p>$32.50 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If the cost per person is $25, what is the cost of the activity for 10 people?

<p>$250 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is TRUE?

<p>The cost of the activity increases linearly as the number of people increases. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Given that the cost of the activity for 20 people is $450, what is the cost of the activity for 15 people?

<p>$375 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a category of knowledge and skills assessed by EQAO's mathematics assessment?

<p>Knowledge and Understanding (B), Application (C), Thinking (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What strand is NOT measured by EQAO's mathematics assessment?

<p>Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Skills in Mathematics (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of mapping each question on the assessment to a specific curriculum expectation?

<p>To allow students to demonstrate their understanding of the specific curriculum expectation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT true about EQAO's mathematics assessment?

<p>It provides scores by strand for each student. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does EQAO provide reports by strand and skill at the school, board, and provincial levels?

<p>To identify areas where schools and boards can improve (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does EQAO mean by 'Knowledge and Understanding' in the context of the mathematics assessment?

<p>The ability to recall facts and procedures (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between the 'Application' and 'Thinking' categories of knowledge and skills?

<p>Application focuses on routine problem-solving while Thinking requires higher-order thinking skills. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a question that would be mapped to the 'Application' category?

<p>Solve for x in the equation 2x + 5 = 11. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

EQAO Grade 9 Assessment of Mathematics

A large-scale assessment that uses a multi-stage computer adaptive testing model to assess students' understanding of Grade 9 mathematics concepts.

Blueprint

A set of guidelines that outlines the number of questions from each strand of mathematics that students must answer during the EQAO assessment.

Strands Assessed

The different areas of mathematics that are covered in the Grade 9 EQAO assessment, such as Numbers, Algebra, Data, Geometry and Measurement, and Financial Literacy.

Computer Adaptive Testing

A method used in the EQAO assessment to tailor the difficulty of questions based on a student's performance. Correct answers lead to slightly harder questions, while incorrect answers result in easier ones.

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Routing

The system that determines how students are directed to different sets of questions based on their performance in each stage of the assessment. Students completing more challenging questions in Stage 1 might be routed to harder questions in Stage 2, while students struggling may be shown easier questions.

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Outcome Scale

The overall score on the EQAO assessment reflects a student's performance across all strands and is placed on a common scale, making it comparable across years.

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Standards of Achievement

The levels of achievement set for the Grade 9 mathematics curriculum, which the EQAO assessment uses to evaluate student proficiency.

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Standards-Referenced Assessment

A type of assessment that focuses on measuring student performance against a set of predetermined standards or expectations.

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EQAO Assessment Reporting

The overall level of achievement in mathematics is reported, but not for individual students.

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Mathematical Thinking and Making Connections

The test requires students to use mathematical processes, such as problem-solving and reasoning.

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SEL (Social-Emotional Learning) in Math

The EQAO assessment doesn't assess students' social-emotional learning skills in math.

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Curriculum Expectations

Each assessment question is linked to specific curriculum expectations, ensuring alignment with the learning objectives.

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Categories of Knowledge and Skills

Questions are categorized by their focus on knowledge, application, or thinking skills.

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Knowledge and Understanding (KU)

Students demonstrate understanding by recalling facts, concepts, and procedures.

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Application (AP)

Students apply knowledge and skills to solve problems or complete tasks.

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Thinking (TH)

Students analyze, synthesize, evaluate, and create new ideas or solutions.

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Knowledge and Understanding Questions

These questions require students to understand and apply basic knowledge of mathematical concepts.

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Application Questions

These questions assess students' ability to select the appropriate tool or information to solve a mathematical problem.

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Table of Values

A table that shows the relationship between two variables, usually with one variable represented on each axis.

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Initial Cost

The starting cost, or the cost of an activity when zero people participate.

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Cost Per Person

The change in cost for each additional person who participates in an activity.

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Linear Relationship

A relationship between two variables where the change in one variable is directly proportional to the change in the other variable.

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Linear Equation

A mathematical representation of a linear relationship that can be used to make predictions.

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Tool Selection

The process of identifying and using specific tools or strategies to solve a mathematical problem.

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Blueprint for the EQAO Assessment

A set of guidelines outlining the number of questions from each math strand students must answer on the EQAO assessment.

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Strands Assessed in EQAO Grade 9

The different areas of mathematics covered in the Grade 9 EQAO Assessment, such as Numbers, Algebra, Data, Geometry and Measurement, and Financial Literacy.

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Computer Adaptive Testing (CAT)

Questions and answer choices get trickier or easier depending on how a student is performing.

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Routing in the EQAO Assessment

How students are moved to different sets of questions based on their performance on each stage of the assessment.

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Outcome Scale for the EQAO Assessment

A student's overall score on the EQAO Assessment reflects their performance across all strands and is compared across years.

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Standards of Achievement in EQAO Grade 9

The levels of achievement set for the Grade 9 math curriculum, used by the EQAO Assessment to evaluate student proficiency.

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Standards-Referenced Assessment (SRA)

A type of assessment that measures student performance against a predetermined set of standards or expectations.

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Strategies for Using Released EQAO Questions

Students can answer the question and then discuss the steps required and other possible answers, including those arrived at through common errors or misconceptions. Students can then compare their answer to the given options.

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What is a rational number?

A rational number is a number that can be expressed as a fraction, where the numerator and denominator are integers (whole numbers).

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How to Multiply Exponents with the Same Base

When multiplying exponents with the same base, you add the powers together. For example, x^m * x^n = x^(m+n).

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What is a rational number?

It's a number that can be placed on a number line. This includes integers (whole numbers), fractions, and decimals.

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What is a fraction?

A fraction represents a part of a whole. The numerator shows how many parts you have, and the denominator shows how many parts make up the whole.

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How to Find an Equivalent Fraction?

To find an equivalent fraction, you multiply the numerator and denominator of the original fraction by the same non-zero number. This keeps the value of the fraction the same.

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Rational Numbers

The set of all numbers that can be expressed as a fraction, where the numerator and denominator are integers, and the denominator is not zero.

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Power

A number that can be expressed as a product of a base raised to an exponent, indicating how many times the base is multiplied by itself. Example: 2^3 is a power, with 2 as the base and 3 as the exponent.

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Irrational Number

A number that can be written as a decimal that continues infinitely without repeating. Example: The square root of 2 is an irrational number.

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Real Numbers

The set of all numbers that can be represented on a number line. This includes positive and negative numbers, fractions, decimals, and irrational numbers.

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Exponent

The number of times a base is multiplied by itself in a power. Example: In 2^3, the exponent is 3.

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Power

The repeated multiplication of a number by itself. Example: 2 * 2 * 2 is the base 2 multiplied by itself 3 times.

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Divisible

A number that can be divided by another number without a remainder. Example: 6 is divisible by 2, 3, and 6.

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Multiple

A number that is a product of two or more integers. Example: 12 is a multiple of 2, 3, 4, 6, and 12.

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Study Notes

Released Grade 9 Mathematics Assessment Questions

  • This resource supports educators with the EQAO Grade 9 Assessment of Mathematics.
  • Each question on the assessment aligns with a knowledge and skill category and specific expectations from the Ontario Curriculum, Grade 9: Mathematics (2021).
  • The resource includes definitions of knowledge and skill categories, examples of adapted assessment questions, and details of each question, including the corresponding overall expectation, category of knowledge and skills, and correct answers.

Details of the Assessment

  • The EQAO Grade 9 Assessment of Mathematics is an online assessment taken by students at the end of their Grade 9 mathematics course.
  • It uses a multi-stage, computer-adaptive testing model that adjusts to each student's performance.
  • The assessment evaluates knowledge and skills outlined in the Grade 9 mathematics curriculum, near the course's end.
  • Questions are mapped to knowledge and skill categories, ensuring students' comprehension of concepts relevant to their course.

Results Reported

  • The EQAO Grade 9 Mathematics Assessment is a standards-referenced assessment aligned with Ontario Curriculum expectations.
  • It provides an overall level of achievement in mathematics for each student.
  • Scores are not provided by specific knowledge/skill categories for each student, as each student completes limited questions for accurate reporting.
  • Reports are available for schools, boards, and the province to support improvement planning.

Definitions of Categories of Knowledge and Skills

  • Knowledge and Understanding: Questions in this category require students to demonstrate subject-specific knowledge and comprehension of its significance.
  • Application: Questions in this category ask students to select the appropriate tool or information to solve a problem.
  • Thinking: Questions in this category require critical thinking processes (e.g., reasoning) or sequencing diverse tools to answer.

Suggested Uses for This Resource

  • Use questions without answer options to encourage student discussions about steps, potential answers, and alternative methods, also examining possible misconceptions.
  • Utilize technology to instantly record responses for quick analysis and class discussion, addressing common errors or misconceptions.
  • Employ pre- and post-assessments to gauge student understanding and progress within units.
  • Incorporate the questions into spiraling methods to revisit and reinforce topics.
  • Encourage the use of manipulatives and modeling (e.g., graphing applications) in conjunction with questions.

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This quiz covers key aspects of the EQAO Grade 9 Assessment of Mathematics. It explores the adaptive testing model, assessment strands, and the standards referenced in the assessments. Test your knowledge on the structure and purpose of EQAO assessments in mathematics.

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