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New Hanover County Schools Test Administration Training EXTEND2 EOG Online/Paper-Pencil

New Hanover County Schools Test Administration Training EXTEND2 EOG Online/Paper-Pencil. Eligibility NCEXTEND2 p.1.

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New Hanover County Schools Test Administration Training EXTEND2 EOG Online/Paper-Pencil

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  1. New Hanover County SchoolsTest Administration TrainingEXTEND2 EOGOnline/Paper-Pencil

  2. Eligibility NCEXTEND2 p.1 All students in membership at grades 3–8 for reading and math and at grades 5 and 8 for science whose IEPs designate the use of NCEXTEND2 for reading comprehension and/or mathematics and/or science for testing purposes Exceptions: Students with current IEPs identified as LEP scoring below Level 4.0 Expanding on the state-identified English language proficiency reading placement test and are in their first year in U.S. schools are not required to be assessed on the reading part of the NCEXTEND2. Students are required to participate in the mathematics and science tests Students granted a medical exception To be Eligible for NCEXTEND2: Must have current IEP Does not have only a current 504 Plan If LEP, must also have a current IEP Is not identified as having a significant cognitive disability Is not receiving instruction in the NCSCS through theExtended Content Standards Is not likely to achieve grade-level proficiency within the school year covered by the IEP

  3. Schedule NCEXTEND2 pp.2-3 • NHCS will only administer one EOG per day • NCEXTEND2 tests should be administered as early in the school day as the school schedule permits. • All students at the same grade level within a school must be administered the appropriate EOG at the same time on the same day. • Students who are provided the Scheduled Extended Time accommodation may not begin the test administration sooner than the school’s schedule for the regular test administration. • Multiple Testing Sessions must begin on the same day as the general test administration but may continue beyond the school’s schedule for the regular test administration if the IEP designates the sessions are to stretch across multiple days. • Testing grade levels in two subjects (e.g., Mathematics and Science) on the same day is prohibited. • Students at different grade levels cannot be administered tests in the same classroom.

  4. Administration Time No max. time. After est. time, give students a 3-minute break every 30 minutes. After est. time, give students a 3-minute break every 60 minutes.

  5. Types of Assessment Items p. 5 (Online 6) • The English Language Arts/Reading and Science assessments include all multiple-choice items. • The ONLINE Mathematics assessments include multiple-choice and fill-in-the-blank items. • Mathematics fill-in-the-blank items are found at grades 5 – 8. • The PAPER/PENCIL Mathematics assessments include multiple-choice and gridded response items. • Gridded-response items are found at grades 5 – 8. • All assessments contain field items that do not count toward or against a student’s score.

  6. Before Test Day pp. 6-9 (Online 7-10) • Prepare for training. • Distribute Assessment Guide (AG) PRIOR to training • Test administrators must read thoroughly before attending school-based training • Read and Study the Testing Code of Ethics (Appendix E). • Follow Security Procedures. • No part of test or AG may be reproduced. • Properly manage materials. • Test administrators who provide read-aloud accommodations must NOT divulge contents of test.

  7. Roving Proctors p. 9 (Online 10) • Roving proctors are NOT permitted in NHCS for EOG testing.

  8. Before Test Day pp. 10-12; (Online 11-14) • Prepare Testing Environment. • Cover bulletin boards and instructional displays. • A Testing: Do Not Disturb sign must be displayed. • Prepare students for testing. • (Paper/Pencil in Grades 5-8) Gridded response for math • http://www.ncpublicschools.org/accountability/testing • (Online) Assessment Tutorial (script in packet) • Released test forms • http://www.ncpublicschools.org/accountability/testing/released forms • Prohibited items • Electronic devices • Cell phones • Textbooks (HOWEVER, students are allowed to bring novel or other nontextbook to read after testing is complete)

  9. Before Test Day pp. 13-15 (Online 15-16) • Monitor students during the assessment. • Do not indicate answers to students. • Asking students to look at question again • Making facial expressions • Pointing to correct answers • Misadministrations • Misalignment during testing (paper/pencil pages 14-15) • In the least disruptive manner TA should notify the student that the responses are misaligned. • In rare cases, it may be appropriate for the TA to direct student to begin circling the correct answers in the test booklet and correct the rest of the assessment after testing in a secure group setting (3 or more people) • In some cases it may be appropriate to end the testing session and report an irregularity.

  10. Before Test Day pp. 16-17; (Online 17) • Student emergencies and restroom breaks • One student at a time • TA and proctor must remain in room. • Secure test materials (Online select PAUSE). • Note the time. • Accommodations • LEP/EC/504 • Must be documented in PLAN • Must be routinely used • Test administrators MUST be trained on testing accommodations prior to testing session

  11. Before Test Day pp. 17-19; (Online 18-20) • Students with Transitory Impairments • An impairment with a duration of six months or less • Complete Transitory Impairment form and FAX to Testing Office • Complete the Review of Accommodations forms for LEP/IEP/504 Plans. • EC Accommodations: GoalviewState Testing Accommodations report • LEP Accommodations: EllevationsState Testing Accommodations report • Report testing violations. • Complete Student Interface Questions (SIQs) • Answer sheets will NOT be precoded • Students are not allowed to code their names, student ID, etc.

  12. Procedures for Students Completing Assessment Before Scheduled Time is Over pp. 19-20 • Collect all student materials and “End Test” on computer. • Student may read a novel or other NON-textbook. • Students may put their heads down on their desks. • If ALL students have completed the assessment before the end of the scheduled time, the test administrator may end the testing session early. • Read the words in the section, Read to Announce the End of the Testing Session. • Do not dismiss until instructed to do so by test coordinator or principal.

  13. Paper Clip Student Test Booklets p.21 • Test administrator must paper clip the student’s test booklet before the student begins the calculator active section on the mathematics assessment. • Test administrator must paper clip for lunch breaks for students who have multiple test sessions.

  14. Test Materials p.23; (Online p.25) NCEXTEND2: Reading, Math, and Science NCDPI graph paper (math only) calculators (math only) Paper clips a supply of the NCDPI periodic tables (grade 8 science only) Secure gridded response samples for MIB Optional: highlighters and color acetate overlays NO STUDENT SURVEYS THIS YEAR!!! • Assessment Guide • Computers • test books • answer sheets • general purpose header sheets • bags for repackaging • No. 2 pencils • blank paper • accurate timing device

  15. Calculators for Mathp. 24 and APPENDIX D; (Online p. 26) Students should use the calculator with which they are most familiar. Grades 3–5: Four-function calculator with memory key Grades 6–8: Any four-function calculator with a square root function, yx and (pi) and algebraic logic

  16. Follow a Uniform Process for Test Administration pp. 25-26; (Online pp. 26-28) • Testing: Do Not Disturb sign • Quiet, well-lighted room • Instructional materials removed • Clear desks. • Test administrator must be present at all times. • Read directions as written (may repeat). • No cell phones • Monitor accommodations. • Students may read a novel/non-text when complete.

  17. On Test Day ONLINE ONLY (Online pp. 28-29) • Complete BEFORE students enter room • School test coordinator or test administrator: Turn on computers and log into the computer using the special testing login (sticker inside packet) • Approx 30-40 minutes BEFORE students enter, launch NCTest Secure Browser • Select assessment name. • Enter your NCEducation username and password. • Select student name • Ensure the screen is set to the START page, but DO NOT click start.

  18. On Test Day ONLINE ONLY p. 27; (Online p. 29) • Complete AS students enter room. • Instruct student to sit at assigned seat. • Instruct student NOT to begin assessment until prompted. • Complete AFTER students enter room. • Circulate to confirm student is seated at correct computer. • Confirm START button is on screen.

  19. New Instructions Math 1 p. 41; (Online p.47) • Transition from Calculator Inactive to Active • Test administrator MUST collect all used graph paper and scrap paper before distributing calculators. • Additional scrap/graph paper will be distributed.

  20. After Testing (58-59) Clear calculator memory (Math I) Test Administrators complete the Review of Accommodations forms NOTE: One additional step for online testing (p.63 online) Complete Accommodations Provided section online

  21. Paper/Pencil: Code Answer Sheets pp. 59-61 The Test Administrator or Principal’s Designee must complete after tests are complete, if applicable. -Question 1 – Code Transitory Impairment. -Question 2 - Mark all provided accommodations. Special approved accommodations through the Notice of Accommodations process should be coded. (NCDPI-Approved bubble) -Question 2 – Science (Grades 5 and 8) Complete for any accommodation provided (504/IEP/LEP/Transitory) Plan -Absent from makeup

  22. Pencil/Paper: Code Answer Sheets pp. 62-65 No PREDICTED score or PREDICTED achievement level this year!!!

  23. Paper/Pencil Header Sheet pp. 65-67 • Code and return as a cover sheet for each class. • Complete sections 1-7; 9 • Answer Key Codes - Below EXT2 R & M EXT2 Science

  24. OTISS – System for Reporting Test Irregularities Account set up (NC ID) Approval procedure Training/manual TC responsibilities TC submits irregularity Add student(s) name, ID and test form

  25. After Testing - Packaging and Returning Materials Return all materials to the Testing Department. • Testlets • Scrap paper • Graph paper • Assessment Guides (AG) File completed Review of Accommodations Used During Testing forms in student PLANS.

  26. Additional Online Instructions • Follow instructions on the following slides to • Check enrollment online • Set up test dates and makeup dates • Check accommodation provided • Enter accommodations provided after testing • Enter Special Codes for students absent from testing; students with a 504 plan

  27. Testing Icon Location Students MUST complete tutorial prior to test day (Script in packet).

  28. Before Testing: Online Instructions 1. Log into NC Education and select assessment.

  29. 2. Note that each course has two main features. Test Session management Lists all enrolled students. Select this first to verify enrollment.

  30. 3. Select ENROLLED STUDENTS to verify enrollment and enroll, if necessary.

  31. 4. Select NC Test Admin to set up testing session. Test Session management Lists all enrolled students. Select this first to verify enrollment.

  32. 5. Set up a testing session for each course for each day.(Include make up days).

  33. 6. Verify Student Interface Questions (SIQ) for students with accommodations Select to add an accommodation. Select to check accommodations

  34. 7. Complete Accommodations Provided section.

  35. 8. ADMIIN ENTRY - Do NOT edit.

  36. 9. Complete special codes on test day before 7:00 PM.

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