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About STAMP (Standards-based Measurement of Proficiency)

Web-based Test of Foreign Language Assessment

STAMP is a Web-based assessment tool built to benchmarks characterizing proficiency levels that are tied to ACTFL Performance Guidelines. Results show student proficiency from Novice-Low through Intermediate-Mid on the ACTFL scale and are based upon a clear rubric of expectations (see samples)

Reports from STAMP provide independently-scored individual results for students and teachers; class-level reports for teachers and coordinators; and building district and state-level reports for administrators. The Web-based reporting system allows teacher-playback of all student oral-responses and the ability to review the writing responses. To learn more, take the STAMP Reporting Tutorial and download the STAMP Reporting Guide (PDF).

You can find more information about STAMP below, in the attached Brochure, throughout the FAQ, and by taking a DEMO or Practice test.

STAMP Facts and Features

Spanish, French, German, Japanese, Italian and Chinese
Measures from Novice-Low through Intermediate-Mid
Age appropriate for grades 7 through 16 (13-16 are college levels)
Reading, Writing and Speaking
Statistically validated, realia-based, and computer adaptive
Externally scored with high levels of inter-rater reliability
Textbook independent

STAMP Reporting Benefits for Teachers and Programs

Provides validated, easy-to-use data for progress-checking, placement, program & standards review, curriculum & staff development, and instructional planning
Longitudinal individual speaking and writing samples are accessible to teachers

STAMP Benefits for Students

Engages students in real-world language situations
Clearly explains what each student can do with the language
Reports provide feedback for potential goal setting

PRICING (email info@avantassessment.com to order)

Price Per Test
STAMP reading, writing, speaking	$15.75 per student/test
STAMP reading and speaking	$11.25 per student/test
STAMP reading and writing	$10.25 per student/test

Headset/Microphone – Speaking tests only (check your computer lab before ordering)
USB (Macs and PCs)	$20.00 per headset/mic
Analog (PC only)	$17.50 per headset/mic

NOTES:

All prices are subject to change without notice.

Prices shown include all skills indicated and all scoring and reporting.

STAMP reporting is accessed through the STAMP reporting Website.

Reading scores are reported instantly. Writing and speaking scores are reported within three weeks of test completion.

The STAMP speaking component requires a headset/microphone. Avant offers headsets as a service to STAMP users.