Test Administrator Training Spring 2016 Paper Tests

Spring Testing Dates Districts select 10 consecutive school days for testing that includes makeups. Our district’s ELA window is _____ through ______. Math, science and social studies window is _____ through _____.

Elementary and Middle School Test eligibility for grades 3-8 is based on student’s enrolled grade. Accelerated Testing Testing Times

State Test Grades and Subjects Students Grades 3-8 English Language Arts and Math Students Grades 4,6 Social Studies Students Grades 5,8 Science

High School End-of-Course Tests Guidance for High School End-of-Course Tests refer to page 16 in the Directions for Administration Manual Testing Times

Scheduling Administrations Each test has two parts: part 1 and part 2 Each test has two parts: part 1 and part 2

Make-Up Testing At least two scenarios for make-up testing: 1.) A student is absent on the day of testing; 2.) A student cannot complete the test during the scheduled session. *Make-ups must occur within the district’s test window.

Test Security Review district’s written procedures for security. It is illegal and unethical to copy or disclose any test content. Review district’s written procedures for security. It is illegal and unethical to copy or disclose any test content.

Electronic Device Policy Review school policy on electronic device usage during and after test sessions for students. Test administrators may have a cell phone for test-related actions.

Test Security Violations Refer to page 10 in the Directions for Administration Manual. Contact your building test coordinator if you believe a violation has occurred. Review the Test Incident Guidance Document.Test Incident Guidance Document

Ethical Use of Tests Is this activity or behavior an ethical practice? YesNo Using state-provided practice tests -- without teaching learning standards measured by the tests. X Using state-provided practice tests after students receive instruction on learning standards and item formats. X Making copies of tests and/or preparing a student study guide based on the tests. X

Ethical Use of Tests Is this activity or behavior an ethical practice? YesNo Preparing students for tests by incorporating Ohio’s Learning Standards in the appropriate subject curriculum. X Changing answers that students have marked, written, typed or gridded-in. X Using test results as one means of evaluating the effectiveness of curriculum. X

Ethical Use of Tests Is this activity or behavior an ethical practice? YesNo Hinting that a student should reconsider his test answer(s). X Encouraging under-performing students to stay home during standardized test administration. X Excluding scores of under-performing students from public reports. X

Ethical Use of Tests Is this activity or behavior an ethical practice? YesNo Correcting student responses so student will be in a gifted program. X Setting a testing schedule that does not allow students the maximum time allowed for the test. X Providing teachers and counselors with information they need to interpret test results. X Revealing test scores of one student to another student. X

Test Eligibility and Testing Time Sample text sample text sample text 1 After Testing Policy Review district/school policy for students who complete the test prior to the end of the scheduled testing time. After Testing Policy Review district and school policies for students who complete the test before the end of the scheduled testing time.

Test Administrator Criteria Employee of the district Holds a license, certificate or permit issued by the department Employee of the district Holds a license, certificate or permit issued by the department

Test Administrator Responsibilities Stay aware of test security procedures and follow them at all times. Become familiar with accommodations available for students. Receive, maintain and return secure test materials to building test coordinator.

Test Administrators Responsibilities Ensure all materials are available on test day. Know testing times for each part being administered. Understand when to use Pre-ID labels, generic labels and Do Not Score labels.

Secure Test Material Building test coordinators organize test materials. Deliver materials to test administrators on testing day. Test administrators must double-check they have all necessary materials for testing.

Before Testing: Checking Materials Student test booklets Student answer documents Labels: Pre-ID, generic, Do Not Score Oral Scripts and Directions Extra number 2 pencils

Before Testing: Checking Materials Calculators Math reference sheets Periodic table and reference sheet for the Physical Science test Blank paper

Before Testing: Administration Preparations Allow minutes to prepare for the test administration. Room should be free of “clues” (e.g., maps and charts).

During Testing: Actively Monitor Test Sessions Walk around the room Ensure students are taking the correct test

During Testing: Actively Monitor Test Sessions Observe students; watch for activities that might be considered cheating Monitor time and test completion per student

During Testing: Breaks Students must not talk during breaks Restroom breaks: one student at a time Breaks do not reduce testing time

During Testing: Student Becomes Ill Collect the student’s test materials Note how much of the testing time has elapsed

During Testing: Disruptions Stop testing for affected students Note how much testing time has elapsed Remove student

After Testing Test administrators must collect all test materials Inventory all test materials collected Immediately return all test materials to building test coordinator

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