All Things CLASS

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I have 2 more opportunities to pass the K CLASS Test.
I thought I had done great the 1st time; however, I am in a bad predicament now with only 2 more chances of making a passing score.

After reviewing the CLASS text and the foldable, along with the notes I took in the CLASS training, I am really not sure what more I can do to better prepare for the next tests.

What were some things that YOU may have done that helped you pass the tests to be awarded a certificate?

I totally understand how stressful that is! One year I went all the way to my third try for the infant CLASS testing and finally passed on that try. I think it definitely helps to try not to rush through and only do a maximum of three videos a day. Also, reviewing the master code tips from indicators that I was off on helped me focus in on areas where I needed to slow down and review the manual on before scoring. If you haven't already, doing the practice videos at the beginning are really helpful as well! :)

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Brittany Brown
Quality First Assessor
Southwest Human Development
Phoenix, AZ
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Original Message:
Sent: 12-02-2020 10:14
From: Anonymous Member
Subject: K CLASS Certification Test

This message was posted by a user wishing to remain anonymous

I have 2 more opportunities to pass the K CLASS Test.
I thought I had done great the 1st time; however, I am in a bad predicament now with only 2 more chances of making a passing score.

After reviewing the CLASS text and the foldable, along with the notes I took in the CLASS training, I am really not sure what more I can do to better prepare for the next tests.

What were some things that YOU may have done that helped you pass the tests to be awarded a certificate?

Original Message:
Sent: 12/2/2020 11:17:00 AM
From: Brittany Brown
Subject: RE: K CLASS Certification Test

I totally understand how stressful that is! One year I went all the way to my third try for the infant CLASS testing and finally passed on that try. I think it definitely helps to try not to rush through and only do a maximum of three videos a day. Also, reviewing the master code tips from indicators that I was off on helped me focus in on areas where I needed to slow down and review the manual on before scoring. If you haven't already, doing the practice videos at the beginning are really helpful as well! :)

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Brittany Brown
Quality First Assessor
Southwest Human Development
Phoenix, AZ
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Original Message:
Sent: 12-02-2020 10:14
From: Anonymous Member
Subject: K CLASS Certification Test

This message was posted by a user wishing to remain anonymous

I have 2 more opportunities to pass the K CLASS Test.
I thought I had done great the 1st time; however, I am in a bad predicament now with only 2 more chances of making a passing score.

After reviewing the CLASS text and the foldable, along with the notes I took in the CLASS training, I am really not sure what more I can do to better prepare for the next tests.

What were some things that YOU may have done that helped you pass the tests to be awarded a certificate?

Not passing the first time is not a good feeling, I have been there too! I completely agree with what Brittany said about pacing your testing and reviewing the master codes for examples of what you may see. 

I do is NOT use the foldable, I only use the CLASS tool (the book). Go with what you saw and heard, take your time reading the descriptor pages and base your score on how they map onto what you saw/heard. In addition, the feedback that you get after you complete the first round can be really helpful. Take a look at the areas where you seemed to be off. Use some of the resources such as the video library to see, hear, and red about those areas to support you in refining you knowledge and observation skills. 

The lovely thing about the Teachstone process for achieving reliability is that you have more than one opportunity to get there. 

I pulled the info from one of the Teachstone pages:

I didn't pass my first attempt at the Reliability Test. What should I do now?

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Virginia Maya
Phoenix AZ
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Original Message:
Sent: 12-02-2020 10:14
From: Anonymous Member
Subject: K CLASS Certification Test

This message was posted by a user wishing to remain anonymous

I have 2 more opportunities to pass the K CLASS Test.
I thought I had done great the 1st time; however, I am in a bad predicament now with only 2 more chances of making a passing score.

After reviewing the CLASS text and the foldable, along with the notes I took in the CLASS training, I am really not sure what more I can do to better prepare for the next tests.

What were some things that YOU may have done that helped you pass the tests to be awarded a certificate?

I have yet to take the test but I hope with a lot of studying I'm able to pass it because it's not good feeling not passing the first time

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Olga Iraheta
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Original Message:
Sent: 12-03-2020 10:33
From: Virginia Maya
Subject: K CLASS Certification Test

Not passing the first time is not a good feeling, I have been there too! I completely agree with what Brittany said about pacing your testing and reviewing the master codes for examples of what you may see.

I do is NOT use the foldable, I only use the CLASS tool (the book). Go with what you saw and heard, take your time reading the descriptor pages and base your score on how they map onto what you saw/heard. In addition, the feedback that you get after you complete the first round can be really helpful. Take a look at the areas where you seemed to be off. Use some of the resources such as the video library to see, hear, and red about those areas to support you in refining you knowledge and observation skills.

The lovely thing about the Teachstone process for achieving reliability is that you have more than one opportunity to get there.

I pulled the info from one of the Teachstone pages:

I didn't pass my first attempt at the Reliability Test. What should I do now?

You have three attempts to achieve CLASS reliability. If you do not succeed on your first attempt, we strongly recommend that you review the feedback on your score report to better understand your coding tendencies.

We also recommend that you take advantage of the resources and supports on your account's testing instructions page to strengthen your CLASS knowledge and coding skills before taking your second testing attempt. You may also contact your trainer or email reliabilitysupport@teachstone.com for additional guidance and support.

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Virginia Maya
Phoenix AZ

Original Message:
Sent: 12-02-2020 10:14
From: Anonymous Member
Subject: K CLASS Certification Test

This message was posted by a user wishing to remain anonymous

I have 2 more opportunities to pass the K CLASS Test.
I thought I had done great the 1st time; however, I am in a bad predicament now with only 2 more chances of making a passing score.

After reviewing the CLASS text and the foldable, along with the notes I took in the CLASS training, I am really not sure what more I can do to better prepare for the next tests.

What were some things that YOU may have done that helped you pass the tests to be awarded a certificate?

Hello there,

I recently went through my toddler recertification and understand that the testing process can certainly be stressful. The recommendations from others in this thread are excellent. I also want to make sure you're aware of the reliability support page provided by Teachstone. There are many resources here to support your preparation before the next testing attempt. Take your time and best of luck!

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Emily Doyle
Director of Program Management
Teachstone
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Original Message:
Sent: 12-02-2020 10:14
From: Anonymous Member
Subject: K CLASS Certification Test

This message was posted by a user wishing to remain anonymous

I have 2 more opportunities to pass the K CLASS Test.
I thought I had done great the 1st time; however, I am in a bad predicament now with only 2 more chances of making a passing score.

After reviewing the CLASS text and the foldable, along with the notes I took in the CLASS training, I am really not sure what more I can do to better prepare for the next tests.

What were some things that YOU may have done that helped you pass the tests to be awarded a certificate?

Last year I actually re-took the training!

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Susan Hinman Waldman
Practice Based Coach
Communities United Inc.
Lexington, MA
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Original Message:
Sent: 12-02-2020 10:14
From: Anonymous Member
Subject: K CLASS Certification Test

This message was posted by a user wishing to remain anonymous

I have 2 more opportunities to pass the K CLASS Test.
I thought I had done great the 1st time; however, I am in a bad predicament now with only 2 more chances of making a passing score.

After reviewing the CLASS text and the foldable, along with the notes I took in the CLASS training, I am really not sure what more I can do to better prepare for the next tests.

What were some things that YOU may have done that helped you pass the tests to be awarded a certificate?

Hello all you can do is remain calm, study the material and watch the exemplar videos. Please try not to stress out about the test and I say this because all that I have shared with you is what I do including "stressing out". However, really just give yourself time and don't second guess yourself. I just passed on my third attempt. You can do it.

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Lisa Diggs
Palm Bay FL
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Original Message:
Sent: 12-02-2020 10:14
From: Anonymous Member
Subject: K CLASS Certification Test

This message was posted by a user wishing to remain anonymous

I have 2 more opportunities to pass the K CLASS Test.
I thought I had done great the 1st time; however, I am in a bad predicament now with only 2 more chances of making a passing score.

After reviewing the CLASS text and the foldable, along with the notes I took in the CLASS training, I am really not sure what more I can do to better prepare for the next tests.

What were some things that YOU may have done that helped you pass the tests to be awarded a certificate?

I don't find the foldable helpful. Study the CLASS manual, as it contains the details for each indicator, dimension and domain that make the difference in understanding the tool and how to score the test videos. Good luck!

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Monique Wilkinson
Tallahassee FL
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Original Message:
Sent: 12-08-2020 08:40
From: Lisa Diggs
Subject: K CLASS Certification Test

Hello all you can do is remain calm, study the material and watch the exemplar videos. Please try not to stress out about the test and I say this because all that I have shared with you is what I do including "stressing out". However, really just give yourself time and don't second guess yourself. I just passed on my third attempt. You can do it.

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Lisa Diggs
Palm Bay FL

Original Message:
Sent: 12-02-2020 10:14
From: Anonymous Member
Subject: K CLASS Certification Test

This message was posted by a user wishing to remain anonymous

I have 2 more opportunities to pass the K CLASS Test.
I thought I had done great the 1st time; however, I am in a bad predicament now with only 2 more chances of making a passing score.

After reviewing the CLASS text and the foldable, along with the notes I took in the CLASS training, I am really not sure what more I can do to better prepare for the next tests.

What were some things that YOU may have done that helped you pass the tests to be awarded a certificate?

Original Message:
Sent: 12/9/2020 10:27:00 AM
From: Monique Wilkinson
Subject: RE: K CLASS Certification Test

I don't find the foldable helpful. Study the CLASS manual, as it contains the details for each indicator, dimension and domain that make the difference in understanding the tool and how to score the test videos. Good luck!

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Monique Wilkinson
Tallahassee FL
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Original Message:
Sent: 12-08-2020 08:40
From: Lisa Diggs
Subject: K CLASS Certification Test

Hello all you can do is remain calm, study the material and watch the exemplar videos. Please try not to stress out about the test and I say this because all that I have shared with you is what I do including "stressing out". However, really just give yourself time and don't second guess yourself. I just passed on my third attempt. You can do it.

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Lisa Diggs
Palm Bay FL

Original Message:
Sent: 12-02-2020 10:14
From: Anonymous Member
Subject: K CLASS Certification Test

This message was posted by a user wishing to remain anonymous

I have 2 more opportunities to pass the K CLASS Test.
I thought I had done great the 1st time; however, I am in a bad predicament now with only 2 more chances of making a passing score.

After reviewing the CLASS text and the foldable, along with the notes I took in the CLASS training, I am really not sure what more I can do to better prepare for the next tests.

What were some things that YOU may have done that helped you pass the tests to be awarded a certificate?