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Performance Assessments to Fit Your Needs

Michigan Performance Assessment Cadre (MiPAC) assessments measure students’ level of mastery of the higher order thinking and complex skills described in Michigan’s Model Competencies in English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics. Explore this catalog to find performance assessments that fit your needs in a flexible learning environment. Discover assessments matched to your desired grade level, subject area, and your students’ unique interests! These assessments are available at no cost for voluntary use by Michigan educators.


MiPAC Performance Assessments

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ELA Assessments for Grades 3-12

Our online catalog offers 80 performance assessments for English Language Arts. Each assessment measures mastery toward one or more Big Ideas and Competencies from the Michigan Model Competencies for English Language Arts.

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Math Assessments for Grades 3-8

Our online math catalog has 89 performance assessments. Each assessment measures mastery toward one or more Big Ideas and Competencies from the Michigan Model Competencies for Mathematics.

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Tools & Resources

How does performance assessment benefit students?
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How does performance assessment benefit teachers?
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MiPAC FAQs
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MiPAC Catalog of Assessments
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MiPAC Administration Manual
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Model Competecies in ELA
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Model Competencies in Math
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What is collaborative scoring? Why can it be so valuable?
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Frequently Asked Questions

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Want to be involved in MiPAC?

MiPAC is the Michigan Performance Assessment Cadre. We create and pilot performance assessment items. New cohorts of item developers form every year. Sign up now to receive valuable professional learning while contributing to our growing catalog of performance assessments! We also offer resources and learning opportunities for educators committed to implementing balanced assessment systems that include the use of performance assessments like those developed by MiPAC.