What is one of the three main assessments used in Georgia related to language?

ACCESS is a widely recognized assessment tool used in Georgia to evaluate the English language proficiency of students who are English language learners (ELLs). This assessment measures the students' ability to use academic English across four key domains: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. It plays a crucial role in helping educators understand the language development of ELLs, allowing for better instructional support tailored to their needs.

The other assessments listed serve different purposes. For instance, the GAA (Georgia Alternate Assessment) is designed for students with significant cognitive disabilities and measures their academic progress toward Georgia's alternate standards. PALS (Phonological Awareness Literacy Screening) focuses on early literacy skills for young children, particularly in phonological awareness and basic reading skills. MAP (Measures of Academic Progress) is an assessment used to measure a student's academic growth in subjects like math and reading but is not specific to language proficiency. ACCESS stands out because it is the primary assessment for gauging English language proficiency among ELLs in Georgia.