Whether hand scored or computer scored, an ABE teacher can utilize the information provided on a student's TABE diagnostic profile. The profile lists objectives and skills measured by the test, and it reveals mastery or non-mastery of the specific items. It provides this information by listing the number of items in a skill area, the number of items that were correct, and a mastery summary. Looking at this information, the teacher can determine those specific areas that need remediation and can plan an appropriate and meaningful study plan.
Being familiar with the TABE objectives and content, the teacher can readily understand and interpret an individual diagnostic profile. The profile will most likely have a format similar to the following example.
Pre-test Report for Jane Doe:
| Subtests | Level / Form | No/Correct | Grade Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | D7 | 31 | 6.6 |
| Math Comp | M7 | 13 | 3.9 |
| Applied Math | M7 | 22 | 4.1 |
| Language | D7 | 32 | 5.5 |
| Total Math | M7 | 35 | 4.0 |
| Reading | Score | Mastery Level | Percent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interp. Graphics | 9/11 | + | 75 % |
| Wds. in Context | 3/5 | P | 60 % |
| Recall Inform. | 6/7 | + | 85 % |
| Construct Mean | 10/17 | P | 58 % |
| Evaluate/Extend | 3/7 | — | 33 % |
| Subtest Avg. | 62 % |
(These scores show that the examinee did fairly well in Interpreting Graphics and Recalling Information, needs some remediation in Words in Context and Constructing Meaning, and needs extensive remediation in Evaluating and Extending Meaning. The readability level of the instructional materials should be at the 6th grade level.)