Introduction To PARCC Training Modules

Acronyms Dictionary Training Navigation Controls Available Training Modules Training Plan Test Schedule Roles & Responsibilities Resources Agenda

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Available Training Modules Accessibility Features and Accommodations – The Accessibility Features and Accommodations modules will prepare staff on assigning or administering accessibility features or accommodations for eligible students in PARCC assessments. Administration of Computer-Based Assessments for Test Coordinators – The Administration of Computer-Based Assessment for Test Coordinators module guides LEA or School Test Coordinators through the steps necessary to prepare for, implement, and complete the PARCC assessments for computer-based Testing. PARCC Paper-Based Testing; Administration Training for Test Coordinators – The purpose of this training module is to guide LEA or School Test Coordinators through the steps necessary to prepare for and administer the PARCC assessments for paper- based testing. Click to go back to: Agenda TopicsAgenda Topics

Available Training Modules Administration Training of Computer-Based Assessments for Test Administrators – The Administration of Computer-Based Assessment for Test Administrators module guides Test Administrators through the steps necessary to prepare for and administer the PARCC assessments for computer-based testing. PARCC Paper-Based Testing; Administration Training for Test Administrators – The purpose of this training module is to guide Test Administrators through the steps necessary to prepare for and administer the PARCC assessments for paper-based testing. Click to go back to: Agenda TopicsAgenda Topics

Available Training Modules The Student Registration/Personal Needs Profile (SR/PNP) – This presentation will cover preparing and uploading student registration and personal need profile data to PearsonAccess next through a system file. PearsonAccess next Training – The PearsonAccess next module guides users through PearsonAccess next on steps to create and manage staff accounts, organization information, test sessions, and student registration. Student Readiness Resources for PARCC – The Student Readiness Resources for PARCC module will guide LEA/districts and schools to the tools available to prepare students and educators with simulation experience of PARCC assessments. Click to go back to: Agenda TopicsAgenda Topics PearsonAccess next Training Modules Welcome to PANext Students Students in Sessions Screen Rejected Student Tests Move Student Registration at a LEA/District Level User Accounts Orders & Shipment Tracking Make-up Testing/Undo Student Test Submissions Critical Warnings and Alerts Responsible District and Schools Codes Managing Organizations & Enrollment PreCaching Testing Content Monitor student test status and Item progress Not Testing and Void Codes Delete Unused Student Test Registration Managing Classes/Student Groups Sessions Management Operational Reports

Available Training Modules Proctor Caching & TestNav Configuration Training – Provides a technical overview of proctor caching, the SystemCheck tool, and TestNav configuration in PearsonAccess next. Infrastructure Trials: Running a Dress Rehearsal – Guides schools and LEA/districts through a beginning to end practice run of completing the PARCC assessments. Technology Readiness for Schools & Districts – The Technology Readiness module is a guide that helps organizations understand, manage, and make decisions in preparing schools and their technology to be used for online testing. Click to go back to: Agenda TopicsAgenda Topics

Module Training Plan  Administration of Computer-Based Assessments for Test Coordinators  PARCC Paper-Based Testing; Administration Training for Test Coordinators  Administration Training of Computer-Based Assessments for Test Administrators  PARCC Paper-Based Testing; Administration Training for Test Administrators  PearsonAccess next Training  Accessibility Features and Accommodations  Student Registration and Personal Needs Profile (SR/PNP)  Technology Readiness for Schools & Districts  Infrastructure Trials: Running a Dress Rehearsal  Student Readiness Resources for PARCC  Proctor Caching & TestNav Configuration Training Click to go back to: Agenda TopicsAgenda Topics

Test Schedule Testing Windows for the PARCC Administrations Test windows differ by state. Check with your state for more information. Each state’s testing window is indicated on the State Policy Addendum document, posted on Avocet. It is the Test Coordinator’s responsibility to communicate the school testing schedule. Click to go back to: Agenda TopicsAgenda Topics

LEA and School Test Coordinator Roles & Responsibilities 15 LEA and School Test Coordinator* – individual responsible for the overall coordination of the test administration Test Administrator – individual at the school responsible for administering the assessment Proctor – individual who assists the Test Administrator monitor a testing unit Refer to the Test Coordinator Manual for your state-specific policies, roles, and responsibilities. Click to go back to: Agenda TopicsAgenda Topics * LEA and STC may be different roles in some districts.

Resources 16 – PearsonAccess next, your online assessment management system for online and paper testing: – PARCC manuals, document, and guides: – The PARCC assessment website: – Training modules: / / Click to go back to: Agenda TopicsAgenda Topics

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