Assessment

Ligon Consulting Group specializes in developing comprehensive large-scale state assessments designed to evaluate student performance and educational outcomes on a broad scale. Our services are tailored to meet the unique requirements of state education agencies and ensure the accuracy, fairness, and effectiveness of assessment programs.

Our large-scale state assessment development services include:

• Assessment Design: Crafting detailed and well-structured assessments that align with state standards and educational goals, incorporating diverse question formats and content areas.

• Item Development: Creating high-quality, valid, and reliable test items that accurately measure student knowledge and skills across various subjects and grade levels.

• Pilot Testing & Validation: Constructing test forms and supporting the implementation of thorough pilot testing and validation processes to ensure the assessments are effective, reliable, and unbiased, and making necessary adjustments based on feedback and data.

• Scoring & Reporting: Supporting the development, implementation, and interpretation of robust scoring systems and generating comprehensive reports that provide actionable insights into student performance, instructional effectiveness, and educational outcomes.

• Consultation & Support: Offering expert consultation and ongoing support throughout the development process, including training for educators and administrators on assessment implementation and interpretation.

Our team of assessment experts combines extensive experience with a deep understanding of educational standards to deliver high-quality, large-scale assessments that support educational accountability and improvement. By partnering with us, state and local education agencies benefit from assessments that are both rigorous and responsive to the needs of the educational system.