FAM™

Features and benefits

• Comprises 19 individual subtests measuring various aspects of math fact retrieval, numeric and spatial memory, perceptual estimation skills, linguistic math concepts, and core number sense development.
• Assists practitioners in not only determining the presence of a general math learning disability (MLD) but also in determining the specific subtype of dyscalculia in order to better inform intervention decision making.
• Can be used in conjunction with more traditional achievement tests (e.g., the AAB) that measure overall math performance.
• Based on a neuropsychological paradigm, which dictates that multiple neural pathways underscore various cognitive processes used in mathematical problem solving.
• Examinees in prekindergarten take nine subtests, examinees in kindergarten to Grade 2 take 14 subtests, and examinees in Grade 3 to college take 18 subtests.
• The FAM Interpretive Report on PARiConnect provides scores for all 19 subtests and includes detailed interpretations of index, index discrepancy, and subtest scores along with targeted math interventions based on current research tailored to the student's age and FAM scores. View the FAM sample report.
• In-Person e-Stimulus Books and Kits are convenient, more hygienic alternatives to paper administration that allow you to administer the FAM face-to-face via tablet. Please download PAR's  white paper prior to administering.
• Read our white paper to learn more about using built-in skills, error, and behavior analyses with the FAR and the FAM to help you develop even more effective reading and math interventions.
• A separate Screening Form, ideal for progress monitoring, permits you to screen for dyscalculia and MLD and to identify the needs of at-risk students.