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8th Grade Math Chapter 2: LEAP Mathematics, Grade 8 This section describes the overall design of the LEAP Mathematics test to be administered to students in grade 8. Test specifications, sample test questions, and scoring rubrics are provided so that teachers may align classroom practices with the state assessment. Test Structure The Mathematics test consists of three subtests which are administered in two phases, each phase in a single day: Phase 1: • Constructed Response: a 4-item session that allows the use of calculators Phase 2: • Multiple Choice: a 30-item session that does not allow the use of calculators • Multiple Choice: a 30-item session that allows the use of calculators The suggested testing times for the Grade 8 LEAP Mathematics test listed in Table 2.1 are estimates only. The Mathematics test is untimed. Table 2.1: Suggested Testing Times Phase Subtest Description Number of Items Testing Time 1 Constructed Response, 4 60 minutes calculator 2 Multiple Choice, no calculator 30 75 minutes 2 Multiple Choice, calculator 30 75 minutes TOTAL 64 210 minutes Information about additional time needed to read test directions to students and accomplish other activities related to test administration is included in the LEAP Test Administration Manual. The Mathematics test is composed of criterion-referenced test (CRT) items. These items measure Louisiana GLEs that more closely match the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) focus areas. Item Types and Scoring Information The test has sixty (60) multiple-choice items and four constructed-response items. The multiple-choice items con