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Modules 8-13: Word Study Activities

6. Module 13: The Phonological Awareness Screening Test (PAST)

Module 13 correlates with Chapter 11 in our manuals. Our focus will be he PAST Assessment or Phonological Awareness Test.

Learning Outcomes

Participants will...

  • understand the guidelines of and be able to administer the PAST assessment.
  • understand the distinction between answers that are correct, but not automatic and those that are both correct and automatic.
  • be able to give corrective feedback when appropriate.
  • understand and apply the Discontinue Rule.
  • be able to accurately score the PAST.
  • once the PAST is given, be able to interpret a student’s phonological strengths and weaknesses.
  • be able to determine where to begin instruction.

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Assessment 

Test yourself:

  1. What does PAST stand for?
  2. How do you calculate scores for the PAST?
  3. How do you use the PAST to determine if a student has automaticity?
  4. At what level do you start the PAST?
  5. What is typical for students and the PAST?