M-STEP updates and resources

M-STEP updates and resources

• With the removal of the Performance Tasks, the Blueprints have been updated to reflect the new item counts.  Illuminate’s item bank will have many items similar to what will be found on the M-STEP assessment.

• MDE has released sample Text-Dependent Analysis (TDA) items.  You can find the resources here:
  • ELA Sample Text-Dependent Analysis (TDA) Essay Prompts
  • ELA Sample Text-Dependent Analysis (TDA) Prompts and Student Essay Scores

• It is  HIGHLY recommended that students practice with the online training tests at least once before testing begins in April.  The TDA items are also embedded in the online training tests.  When students complete the first set of questions, they will be given a final item set which is an online version of the TDA.  This allows them to practice with the online text editor.  Here is the link:

• • https://wbte.drcedirect.com/MI/portals/mi/  (You must use the Chrome Browser)