Introducing ASL AAPPL: The First ACTFL Assessment for Learners of American Sign Language
The AAPPL for American Sign Language (ASL) is the first ACTFL® assessment that assesses learners’ performance toward proficiency in Receptive Comprehension (RC) and Interpersonal Interaction (II) in ASL.
- Available in Forms A and B, designed for grades 9-12.
- Receptive Comprehension is machine-scored with results available within 24 hours.
- Interpersonal Interaction is rated by ACTFL-certified raters.
Available for All Users of ASL
ASL AAPPL has been developed for those who are d/Deaf, Children of Deaf Adults (CODAs), and world language learners of ASL, and is designed for grades 9-12.
Only from ACTFL. Delivered by LTI®.
ASL AAPPL is aligned to the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines – 2024 and is the only test of its kind that can deliver ACTFL scores, a valuable credential.
Built for Real Impact
- Seal of Biliteracy qualification
- Benchmarking and tracking growth over time
- ASL course placement in Higher Education
- Credentialing real-world language skills
Fully Accessible
Like all AAPPL tests, ASL AAPPL is WCAG 2.1 AA compliant and fully accessible so all learners of ASL are supported. Additional specific accommodations are available through the standard request process.
Expert-reviewed and Research-backed
ASL AAPPL has been developed in collaboration with d/Deaf and hearing ASL experts and educators across high school and university settings to ensure it is linguistically accurate, culturally responsive, visually accessible, and reflective of how ASL is used in real-world communication.