MAP Growth: Norms 101 (2025 Update)

No statistics background required! This video is intended to provide a basic and non-technical introduction to MAP Growth norms, giving you a better understanding of what MAP Growth norms are, why they’re important, how to apply them appropriately, and how to avoid misuse. In addition to giving an overview of how the norms are created, you'll learn about key normative metrics (i.e., achievement percentiles, CGPs, CGIs) and their intended uses.

Chapters:
00:00:00 Introduction
00:01:01 Why are norms important?
00:04:18 Using norms to describe typical performance
00:18:00 What is meaningful growth?

Get more information about MAP Growth norms on our website: https://www.nwea.org/map-growth-norms/

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Dr. Karyn Lewis is Vice President of Research and Policy Partnerships at NWEA, where she leads a team dedicated to generating actionable, policy-relevant research that directly addresses critical challenges in K–12 education. Her team's work is strategically focused on bridging the gap between rigorous research and practical educational improvements, ensuring that insights translate into meaningful strategies for educators, policymakers, and school leaders.

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