Keystone Exams: Algebra I Assessment Anchors and Eligible Content
Keystone Exams: Algebra I Assessment Anchors and Eligible Content
Keystone Exams: Algebra I Assessment Anchors and Eligible Content
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ALGEBRA I MODULE 1<br />
ITEM-SPECIFIC SCORING GUIDELINE<br />
ITEM # 11, MODULE 1<br />
<strong>Assessment</strong> Anchor:<br />
This item is reported under A1.1.1 Operations with Real Numbers <strong>and</strong> Expressions<br />
Specific <strong>Eligible</strong> <strong>Content</strong> addressed by this item:<br />
Scoring Guide:<br />
A1.1.1.5.1– Add, subtract, <strong>and</strong>/or multiply polynomial expressions (express answers in simplest<br />
form).<br />
A1.1.1.5.2– Factor algebraic expressions, including difference of squares <strong>and</strong> trinomials.<br />
Score<br />
4<br />
3<br />
2<br />
1<br />
0<br />
The student demonstrates a thorough underst<strong>and</strong>ing of operations with real numbers<br />
<strong>and</strong> expressions by correctly solving problems with clear <strong>and</strong> complete procedures <strong>and</strong><br />
explanations when required.<br />
The student demonstrates a general underst<strong>and</strong>ing of operations with real numbers <strong>and</strong><br />
expressions by solving problems <strong>and</strong> providing procedures <strong>and</strong> explanations with only minor<br />
errors or omissions.<br />
The student demonstrates a partial underst<strong>and</strong>ing of operations with real numbers<br />
<strong>and</strong> expressions by providing a portion of the correct problem solving, procedures, <strong>and</strong><br />
explanations.<br />
The student demonstrates a minimal underst<strong>and</strong>ing of operations with real numbers <strong>and</strong><br />
expressions.<br />
The student does not demonstrate any underst<strong>and</strong>ing of operations with real numbers <strong>and</strong><br />
expressions.<br />
Pennsylvania <strong>Keystone</strong> <strong>Algebra</strong> I Item Sampler 2011 18