Smarter Balance Pilot Test Training April 9, 2013

Objectives We will examine the following components of SBAC pilot testing: o Purposes of the Scientific Pilot o Site uses of the TIDE system o Test Security o Accommodations o Online Testing System o Tech issues o Checklist for Site Coordinators

2013 STAR Pre-Test Workshop || Slide 7 Test Security

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School Coordinator

Student Interface

Tech Troubleshooting

SBAC Tech Preparation/Troubleshooting Guide o Do we need to install the Secure Browser? NO o Will the computers in my lab work for the pilot test? o SBAC Computer Security Requirements No other programs can be running on computers

SBAC Tech Trouble Shooting Tips o Secure Browser performance issues o Secure Browser freezes/non responsive Have the student “Pause” their session and log back in. Use the “Ctrl+Alt+Delete” keys to access the task manager in windows to end the program instance. The secure browser will need to be re- launched. Re-start the computer o SBAC Tech issue reporting log

School Coordinator Prep

Student Log Ins Prepare student logins Keep logins at computer Print class lists from IC o Identify students missing login info. Add students in TIDE

Test Administrator Checklist

Questions/Concerns Libby and Chris.