Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science and Standards- Based Test in Spanish (Paper- Pencil) Test Administration Webcast February 2016 Presenters Michael McDaniel Blessing Mupanduki Grace Yoo

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 2 Objectives Local educational agency (LEA) CAASPP coordinators will be able to: Follow current testing procedures properly. Ensure all testing materials are handled securely and appropriately. Train CAASPP test site coordinators to conduct testing correctly, securely and consistently.

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 3 Agenda Introductions Objectives and agenda New for the 2015–16 Test Administration LEA CAASPP Coordinator responsibilities Accessibility Support Request Form CAASPP Test Site Coordinator responsibilities CAASPP Science Tests California Standards Tests (CSTs) for Science

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 4 Agenda (cont.) California Modified Assessment (CMA) for Science California Alternate Performance Assessment (CAPA) for Science Standards-based Tests in Spanish (STS) for Reading Language Arts (RLA) After testing Summary

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ New for the 2015–16 Test Administration

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 6 New for the 2015–16 Test Administration Pursuant to the California Code of Regulations, Title 5 (5 CCR), Section 855(b)(3), testing windows were recalculated to start on the day of completion of 85 percent of instruction (rather than the day after completion).

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 7 New for the 2015–16 Test Administration (cont.) Local educational agencies (LEAs) are no longer directly responsible for packaging scorable materials for nonpublic, nonsectarian schools (NPSs), which are now responsible for all facets of test administration. The California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) test site coordinator at the NPS must follow the instructions in Part III Instructions for CAASPP Test Site Coordinators for administration, security, and materials return.

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 8 New for the 2015–16 Test Administration (cont.) A CAASPP test site coordinator for a nonpublic, nonsectarian school (NPS) is expected to enter his or her full school code in the “School Code” section on School and Grade Identification (SGID) sheets before returning scorable answer documents for the NPS to the LEA CAASPP coordinator.

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 9 New for the 2015–16 Test Administration (cont.) The term “individualized aid” has been replaced with “unlisted resources.” Secure stimulus cards used for the administration of the California Alternate Performance Assessment (CAPA) are available as a downloadable PDF in the Help section of the Test Operations Management System (TOMS) in addition to being shipped with the printed CAPA Examiner’s Manual.

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 10 New for the 2015–16 Test Administration (cont.) Note: Please review all changes to the answer documents used for the 2015–16 CST, CMA, CAPA, and STS administrations in the Test Administration Manual, available at (available in late December)

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ LEA and Test Site CAASPP Coordinator Responsibilities

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 12 Number One Responsibility—Security –No unauthorized electronic devices should be used during testing For testing purposes, any electronic device that is not specifically designated in the student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP) or Section 504 plan is unauthorized. –Security audits will be conducted this year. Key LEA CAASPP Coordinator Responsibilities

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 13 At randomly selected LEA offices and schools Before, during, or after testing Key Questions: –Are testing materials secure, accounted for, and locked up when not in use? –Are correct administrative procedures being followed? For example: Instructional materials have been removed or covered. Students are not being coached through the exams. Only appropriate Universal Tools, Designated Supports, and Accommodations are being provided. No unauthorized electronic devices are being used. Security Audits

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 14 Number Two Responsibility—Train CAASPP Test Site Coordinators: –Review archived videos at –Room sign with reminder of no electronic devices To be posted in clear view of students during testing Included in coordinator kit Available on caaspp.org Can be photocopied Key LEA CAASPP Coordinator Responsibilities

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Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 16 Receive, count, store, distribute, track, collect, count and return test materials. Coordinate testing schedule. Coordinate collection of minimal demographic data. –Pre-ID labels –Or hand-mark answer documents Assist CAASPP Test Site Coordinators Complete Accessibility Support Request Form, as necessary Other LEA CAASPP Coordinator Responsibilities

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 17 Other LEA CAASPP Coordinator Responsibilities (cont.) Verify Student Data in CALPADS and Test Assignments in the Test Operations Management Systems (TOMS). Use CALPADS to update student demographic data as necessary. Assign tests to students through TOMS, which can be accessed at

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 18 Accessibility Support Request Form Request new universal tool, designated support, or accommodation that is not yet listed as approved. Approved tools/supports/accommodations will be added to list. Request form is online and available at Note: See page 15 of the Science Test Administration manual for more details.

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 19 Train examiners Ensure examiners READ and sign affidavits to be retained by CAASPP test site coordinator Prevent test administration errors Secure test materials Verify test materials are marked correctly to ensure correct student scores Guarantee correct enrollment counts Complete Accessibility Support Request Form, as necessary Return materials promptly to the LEA CAASPP Coordinator CAASPP Test Site Coordinator Responsibilities

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 20 READ and sign security affidavits. Emphasize NO unauthorized electronic devices. MAKE SURE CORRECT TESTS ARE ADMINISTERED. Note: ─ Students who are not testing may not stay in the classroom where a test is being administered. ─ If students need to be taken to another room to finish testing, BE SURE THEY ARE ESCORTED BY TEST SITE STAFF. Do not allow students to walk to another room with test materials by themselves. CAASPP Test Site Coordinators: Train Examiners

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 21 Examiners CANNOT: –Review test questions before, during, or after testing. –Check students’ answers including (but not limited to): 1.Advising students of wrong answer or checking answers; or 2.Withholding answer documents until students demonstrate they have the right answers. CAASPP Test Site Coordinators: Train Examiners (cont.)

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 22 Examiners shall monitor students throughout testing to make sure students are: –On the correct part. –Not going on to other parts or back to a previously completed part. –Not skipping a question on their answer document (so that they are off by one or more). –Not using unauthorized electronic devices during the testing session. CAASPP Test Site Coordinators: Train Examiners (cont.)

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 23 Examiners must ensure there is enough time to complete a part before beginning the part. CAASPP Test Site Coordinators: Train Examiners (cont.)

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ CAASPP Science Tests

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 25 CSTs for Science –Students take grade-level CSTs for Science in grades 5, 8, and 10. CMA for Science –Students take CMA for Science in grades 5, 8, and 10. –Must have an IEP that designates that they will take the CMA for Science STS for RLA –Grades 2–11 RLA –Optional for Spanish-speaking English learners (ELs) and for English-speaking Spanish learners (purchased separately) CAASPP Science Tests

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 26 Receive boxes: –All boxes may not come in single delivery. –Before signing receipt, check number of boxes. Prepare answer documents: –Use only the 2016 scorable answer documents received in the shipment from the testing contractor. –Provide CAASPP Site Coordinator with information about which demographics are to be completed. –Ensure correct Non Public School (NPS) code. Before Science Testing (LEA CAASPP Coordinator)

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 27 Confirm which test(s) each student takes. Confirm any Universal Tools, Designated Supports, and Accommodations students will use and where they will be tested. Prepare materials: –Test booklets –No. 2 pencils –Scratch paper –Signs (Example: No Unauthorized Electronic Devices) Before Science Testing (cont.) (CAASPP Test Site Coordinators)

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 28 Use Directions for Administration (DFAs) correctly. –Read ALL “SAY” boxes exactly as written. –Be sure to read and complete “First Day of Testing” section with students. –ONLY translate boxes with “T” (NO CST/CMA/STS questions, prompts, or passages may be translated). –Grades 9−11 are in single DFA for each test: CST, CMA, and STS. Before Science Testing (cont.) (CAASPP Test Site Examiners)

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 29 Apply Pre-ID labels. Check names on test booklets and answer documents before distributing to make sure students receive correct documents. Before Science Testing (cont.) (CAASPP Test Site Examiners)

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 30 Note: –All students must complete box number 1 of the answer document, even if Pre-ID was used. –Students should mark the correct test version number. At Start of Testing (CAASPP Test Site Examiners) Section 1

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 31 Monitor for use of unauthorized electronic devices. Make sure students are taking the correct test and marking answers in the correct section of the answer document. Ensure students complete all parts of each test. During Science Testing (CAASPP Test Site Examiners)

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 32 Breaks: –Give breaks only at end of a part as indicated by stop sign. –Individual students may use restroom during test: Collect materials Monitor student –Some students may be allowed supervised breaks (IEP, 504, ELs) –See DFA for more information on breaks. During Science Testing (cont.) (CAASPP Test Site Examiners)

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ California Standards Tests (CSTs) for Science

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 34 CSTs for Science CST for Science in grades 5 and 8 CST for Life Science in grade 10 All students take the CST unless they have an IEP that designates CMA or CAPA.

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ California Modified Assessment (CMA) for Science

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 36 CMA for Science in grades 5 and 8 CMA for Life Science in grade 10 CMA for Science

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 37 Student must have an IEP that designates that he/she takes the CMA for Science. Examiners should check the student’s IEP to see whether the student should take the CMA instead of the CST. CMA for Science Participation

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 38 Right side of inside of the answer document CMA section has: Different subject icon from CST Alternate row shading for the response bubbles Three options Fewer number of questions than the CST for grades 5 and 8 CST/CMA Combined Answer Document for Grade 5, 8, and 10

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ California Alternate Performance Assessment (CAPA) for Science

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 40 Performance-based, one-on-one test For students with significant cognitive disabilities unable to take the CSTs even with Universal Tools, Designated Supports, and Accommodations Student must have an IEP. IEP should specify CAPA for Science and CAPA level. Students who take CAPA for Science do not take STS. CAPA for Science

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 41 Use only 2016 answer document. Ensure correct CAPA Level is marked in box 6a. Only Level I can have “5” as a score. The highest possible score for Levels III and IV is “4.” CAPA for Science Answer Document

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 42 Districts must double-rate a minimum of ten percent (10%) of the CAPA students per level, per site (including Non Public School [NPS]). Students to be double-rated are randomly selected. Observers must mark Observer and BOTH examiners and observers must sign their separate answer documents. CAPA for Science Observers

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 43 1 – Name, etc. 3 – Date of Birth 4 – Name 5 – Gender 6a – CAPA Level 6b – Grade 8 – Student ID 9 – SSID Use blank from overage. Observers must mark sections. Administering the CAPA for Science Observer’s Answer Document

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ Standards-based Tests in Spanish (STS)

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 45 STS for RLA is optional for Spanish-speaking English Learners (ELs), grades 2–11, who either: –Receive instruction in Spanish regardless of the length of time they have been enrolled in schools in the U.S. or one of its territories; or –Have been enrolled in a school in the U.S. or one of its territories less than 12 cumulative months. Who Takes the STS for Reading Language Arts?

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 46 Students taking the STS must also take CSTs or the CMA for Science. Students who take the CAPA for Science in grades 5, 8, and 10 do NOT take the STS. Other STS RLA Stipulations

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ STS for RLA in grades 2–11 DFAs STS RLA Materials

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ After Testing

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 49 Paperwork: –Complete back of student test answer documents. –Transcribe voided test answer documents. –Complete School Grade Identification (SGID) sheet. Packing: scorables and nonscorables –Attach correct shipping labels. After Testing (CAASPP Test Site Coordinator)

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 50 Train examiners to: –Erase NOTHING in answer circles. After Testing (CAASPP Test Site Coordinator) Answer Documents

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 51 Avoid teaching students to mark through answer circles to eliminate answers. Such marks MAY NOT be erased by adults. After Testing (cont.) (CAASPP Test Site Coordinator) Answer Documents

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 52 A1: DO NOT complete without CDE notification A2: Special Conditions A3: Accommodations and Modifications –Part a: mark “IEP” and/or “Section 504 plan” to indicate which program/plan student has, WHETHER USED UNIVERSAL TOOLS, DESIGNATED SUPPORTS, AND ACCOMMODATIONS OR NOT. Note: IEP is required to take the CMA or CAPA. –Part b, mark codes for all Universal Tools, Designated Supports, and Accommodations student used as specified in IEP and/or 504 plan. After Testing (cont.) (CAASPP Test Site Coordinator) Back of Answer Documents

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 53 After Testing (cont.) (CAASPP Test Site Coordinator) Back of Answer Documents A3: Accommodations and Modifications A4: English Learner Test Variations –For each test, mark what was actually used by the student

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 54 Transcribe: –Braille and large print (or not processed) In Section A3 on the back of the student answer document mark “G”- for Braille, and “H” – for large print –Damaged answer documents Write VOID on the front of damaged answer document(s) and return with nonscorables. After Testing (cont.) (CAASPP Test Site Coordinator)

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 55 Complete for each set of answer documents or test booklets. Check counts to be accurate; include documents of students not tested with reason why in A2. Place on answer documents for correct: –Grade –School –Processing stops if not correct. After Testing (cont.) (CAASPP Test Site Coordinator) School and Grade Identification Sheet (SGID)

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 56 Make sure the REQUIRED fields are completed to ensure accurate processing. –CAASPP Assessments administered –Grade Mark only one For CST/CMA, STS only After Testing (cont.) (CAASPP Test Site Coordinator) School and Grade Identification Sheet (SGID)

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 57 Make sure the REQUIRED fields are completed to ensure accurate processing. –Number of documents –Test start date = first day of testing within window Used by CDE accountability office –School code NOT pre-populated For home/hospital or independent study, enter 7-digit district code After Testing (cont.) (CAASPP Test Site Coordinator) School and Grade Identification Sheet (SGID)

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 58 On answer document, A3, mark as accommodation “M” if home/hospital. On SGID, enter correct home hospital/independent study school code = same as 7-digit county district code. After Testing (cont.) (CAASPP Test Site Coordinator) Home/Hospital/Independent Study

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 59 Put on answer document the NPS unique school code. Put under SGID sheet with as the school code. Return with scorable materials for processing. After Testing (cont.) (CAASPP Test Site Coordinator) NPS Answer Documents

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 60 An answer document must be returned for students enrolled on the first day of testing and designated to take one of the following tests (even if not tested): –CST for Science (grades 5, 8, and 10) –CMA for Science (grades 5, 8, and 10) –CAPA for Science (any level) Return answer documents for students with special conditions identified in Section A2. Must return STS answer document only if test taken After Testing: Answer Documents to Return

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 61 Must return all CAPA Examiner’s Manuals with nonscorables Must return all test booklets. Note: If only the cover or portion of the test booklet is returned, this will be considered a security breach. After Testing: Other Materials to Return

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 62 Contact CalTAC at or at Indicate school and LEA with returns Depending on stage of processing at scoring center, there may be a fee to process. Late returns are considered a security breach. Late Material Return

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ Summary

Measuring the Power of Learning.™ 2015–16 Science (Paper-Pencil) Test Administration 64 Summary What’s New in 2015–16? Responsibilities, including security & training CSTs for Science CMA for Science CAPA for Science STS for RLA After testing

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