ACCESS for ELLs 2.0: Regional Training Brian Swiger Accountability Operations September 23, 2015

Purpose of Training 2 Introduce new online test and new vendor Define roles Identify training resources (websites) Tell you what you need to know Share timeline and first steps

New Online Test ACCESS for ELLs 2.0 is an online assessment. Paper tests are available but a waiver must be submitted to receive them. No tiers Group administration for all domains Central scoring 3

New Vendor Data Recognition Corporation (DRC) or Operates test engine – WIDA Assessment Management System (WIDA-AMS) Do not contact MetriTech for anything 4

Defining Roles District Test Coordinator = LEA Test Coordinator/Charter School Test Director School Test Coordinator = School Test Coordinator Test Administrators = LEP Personnel Technology Coordinators = Varies by district but most always an IT employee LEA Test Coordinators set up Test Administrator accounts (permissions can be set for STCs) 5

User Roles 6

Training Resources You need access to two websites. Wida.us is for training Wida-ams.us is for setting up accounts and administering the assessment. Walk-through of websites and training resources Permissions will default but can be changed (see performance matrix on page 31 of user guide). 7

What You Need to Know Ordering will be done by file transfer The file will be pulled from PowerSchool PowerSchool must be updated by December 1 st Grades 1-3 will take Writing domain using paper/pencil 8

What You Need to Know Headsets will be used for the test. DPI will be providing one set for every ten students. They will need to be cleaned after use. If you miss one of the many trainings offered, you will be fine. 9

What You Need to Know As long as you take the online training and have a clear understanding of the process, you will be fine. The following accommodations must be entered into PowerSchool prior to the file transfer: –Manual Control of Item Audio –Repeat Item Audio –Extended Speaking Test Response Time 10

Timeline 11

First Steps Go through the checklist and obtain training certificate at wida.us. Set up your WIDA-AMS account when you receive an from DRC. Set up School Test Coordinator and Test Administrator accounts. Make sure INSIGHT software is downloaded to computers used for administrations. 12

Wrap Up Thank you for all you do! Don’t forget new contact info: or Questions 13