Tests of Reading Comprehension (TORCH)
Curriculum focus | English: Comprehension |
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Target year level | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 |
Description | TORCH is a test of reading comprehension. Students read a passage and then complete a cloze comprehension re-telling of the passage to demonstrate their understanding. The items test a range of different comprehension skills. There are 12 passages in TORCH and 8 in TORCH plus. TORCH Plus includes the four most challenging tests from TORCH 2nd Edition and four new tests designed to challenge middle secondary students. |
Assessment duration | Approximately 30 – 45 minutes (untimed) |
Assessment administration | Conducted on paper with individuals or groups. |
Assesssment potential | Considered most useful for:
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Reports | Each of the summary reports provide detailed analysis that enables teachers to establish what type of items a student is answering correctly and incorrectly. |
Diagnostic power levels | 3 |
Validity and reliability | Norm-referenced |
Preparation requirements | Considerations:
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Assessment provider | Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER) |
Teacher comments | If you would like to include a comment about your experiences with Tests of Reading Comprehension Plus (TORCH Plus) please email to assessreport.decs@ntschools.net |
Cost | Access the following for TORCH prices: |
Further information | Contact ACER Customer Service on 1800 338402 or email sales@acer.edu.au. |
Last updated: 14 August 2019