| You may have heard of the CASAS test, but do you know what it is?
CASAS stands for Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment System. It is an assessment system specifically for adults - native and non-native speakers of English alike. This widely used system assesses adult basic reading, math, listening, writing, and speaking skills. The CASAS system can help programs assess students' needs and to plan appropriate goals, but also to measure, document, and report each students' progress using a comprehensive system of standards.
Mission Statement: "The mission of CASAS is to assist adults functioning at or below a high school level in attaining the basic literacy skills to function effectively on the job, in the community, and in the family. We accomplish this by assisting state and local education, training, social service programs and businesses in the design and delivery of quality education and training programs that meet the needs of the participants by providing products and services in curriculum management, assessment, and evaluation systems."
The CASAS National Consortium helps to ensure that programs across the country are meeting the priority needs of their adult students. It encourages dialogue and collaboration among educators as well as consistancy in testing procedures. For more information: | 
