Updates
BEST Plus 3.0: Coming Soon!
Postponement of BEST Plus 3.0 Launch
The launch of BEST Plus 3.0 has been rescheduled for October 14th, 2024, due to a printing supply shortage outside of our control. This postponement allows us to ensure the assessment meets the highest standards of quality and performance.
We appreciate your patience as we finalize the new version of BEST Plus 3.0. For further updates, please check back here or reach out to the support team.
Thank you for your understanding.
Announcement: BEST Plus 2.0 Test Administrator Training Calendar Available
We are excited to announce that the Calendar for BEST Plus 2.0 Test Administrator Training is now available!
Registration is now open for all sessions. This training is essential for everyone wishing to deliver and score the BEST Plus 2.0 test.
Key Details:
- What: BEST Plus 2.0 Test Administrator Training Calendar
- When: Check the Training Calendar for available dates and times
- Where: Virtual
- How to Register: visit BEST Plus 2.0 Test Administrator Training page
Don’t miss this opportunity to stay updated with the latest training and resources. Secure your spot today!
For more information, contact BEST Support Team.
BEST Plus 2.0 and BEST Literacy Approved Through June 30, 2025.
The Office of Career, Technical, and Adult Education (OCTAE) at the U.S. Department of Education has extended the approval of BEST Plus 2.0 and BEST Literacy for use by federally funded programs that report data through the National Reporting System (NRS) through June 30, 2025.
This extension is scheduled alongside the sunset of the current ESL educational functioning level descriptors to which BEST Plus 2.0 and BEST Literacy are aligned. This extension is intended to provide states with sufficient time to carry out the operational activities required for the transition to the new ESL assessments. Until June 30, 2025, the current ESL educational functioning level descriptors and the new ESL educational functioning level descriptors will be in effect.
BEST Plus 3.0 and BEST Literacy 2.0 Approved Through July 13, 2030.
Read the Federal Register official notice.
New Generation of BEST Assessments: Informational Video
Watch the video below for information on the new generation of the BEST assessments: BEST Plus 3.0 and BEST Literacy 2.0!
CAL’s newest generation of speaking & listening assessment for adult English language learners – BEST Plus 3.0 – is now available for sale. You can find more information about BEST Plus 3.0 training, tests, and materials on our website.
As a reminder, please keep in mind that the same generation of assessment must be used for pre-test and post-test. Read more about the new generation of BEST assessments and the transition on our FAQ page.
Thank you for choosing BEST!
Postponement of BEST Plus 3.0 Launch
The launch of BEST Plus 3.0 has been rescheduled for October 14th, 2024, due to a printing supply shortage outside of our control. This postponement allows us to ensure the assessment meets the highest standards of quality and performance.
We appreciate your patience as we finalize the new version of BEST Plus 3.0. For further updates, please check back here or reach out to the support team.
Thank you for your understanding.
We are excited to announce that the Fall 2024 calendar for BEST Plus 2.0 Test Administrator Training is now available! Registration is now open for all sessions. This training is essential for everyone who plans to deliver and score the BEST Plus 2.0 test. Key Details:
- What: BEST Plus 2.0 Test Administrator Training Calendar
- When: Check the Training Calendar for available dates and times
- Where: Virtual
- How to Register: visit BEST Plus 2.0 Test Administrator Training page
Don’t miss this opportunity to stay updated with the latest training and resources. Secure your spot today! For more information, contact the BEST Support Team.
The Office of Career, Technical, and Adult Education (OCTAE) at the U.S. Department of Education has extended the approval of BEST Plus 2.0 and BEST Literacy for use by federally funded programs that report data through the National Reporting System (NRS) through June 30, 2025.
This extension is scheduled alongside the sunset of the current ESL educational functioning level descriptors to which BEST Plus 2.0 and BEST Literacy are aligned. This extension is intended to provide states with sufficient time to carry out the operational activities required for the transition to the new ESL assessments. Until June 30, 2025, the current ESL educational functioning level descriptors and the new ESL educational functioning level descriptors will both be in effect.
Read the Federal Register official notice.
Watch the video below for information on the new generation of the BEST assessments: BEST Plus 3.0 and BEST Literacy 2.0!
Want to learn more? Check out our past newsletters:
New Generation of BEST Assessments: Informational Video
Watch the video below for information on the new generation of the BEST assessments: BEST Plus 3.0 and BEST Literacy 2.0!
Webinar Recordings
June 2020 Webinar
In this webinar we feature a panel of BEST users from across contexts and across the US. We discuss how programs chose their assessments and implemented in their programs.
August 2020 Webinar
In this webinar we discuss best practices for training BEST Plus 2.0 administrators virtually using video conferencing software and BEST Plus 2.0 Software.
April 2020 Webinar
In this webinar we discuss guidance for administering BEST Plus 2.0 virtually using video conferencing software.
Recent Email Messages from the BEST Team
June 7, 2022 : Reminder: New training schedule & updated pricing
