1. PARCC Computer-based Testing; Administration Training for
Test Administrators
Welcome to: “PARCC Computer-based Testing; Administration Training for Test Administrators.” This module covers policies and procedures specific to Computer-based testing for Test Administrators and Proctors.
If your LEA or school is administrating paper-based testing instead, please view the PARCC Paper-based Testing; Administration Training for Test Coordinators training module which is posted at

2. Role-Based Key Role-Based Codes
Each Training Module displays user key role icons in the lower right-hand corner of each screen. This allows you to quickly identify if the content of the screen is appropriate for your user role.
Role-Based Codes
LEA Test Coordinator –
School Test Coordinator –
Test Administrator/Proctor –
LEA and School Technology Coordinator –
Accommodations Coordinator –
Understanding where to find available material is key to successful training, so we created a key to help identify which materials are appropriate for each role.
These color coded icons will identify material relevant to each role throughout this training. For example, if you see a blue square with initials “TA,” content is applicable to Test Administrators and Proctors.
This “PARCC Computer-based Testing; Administration Training for Test Administrators” module is applicable to Test Administrators.
Note: roles within your organization may differ, these are suggestions to help identify training needs.

3. Purpose
Purpose
Commonly Used PARCC Acronyms for Computer-based Testing
Test Administrations, Schedules, and Testing Times
PearsonAccessnext Managing Test Sessions
Tasks to Complete Before, During, and After Testing
Resources
Support
Let’s begin by discussing the purpose of this module.

4. Purpose
By the end of this training module, users will better understand:
PARCC’s most commonly used acronyms;
State-by-State Appendix;
Test schedule and testing times;
Security policies and protocols ;
Tasks to complete before, during, and after testing; and
Available resources and options to receive support.
The purpose of this training module is to discuss the steps to prepare, implement, and complete the PARCC Assessments for Computer-based Testing.
By the end of this training module, you will have a better understanding of:
PARCC’s most commonly used acronyms;
Policies found in the state-by-state appendix;
Test schedule and testing times;
Security policies and procedures to be followed;
Tasks to be completed before, during, and after testing; and
Available resources: such as accessibility features and accommodations manual, available training materials, and support.
This training may be viewed by all district and school personnel involved in the PARCC assessments, and will be particularly helpful to Test Administrators and Proctors.

5. PARCC Acronyms Commonly Used PARCC Acronyms for Computer-based Testing
Test Administrations, Schedules, and Testing Times
PearsonAccessnext Managing Test Sessions
Tasks to Complete Before, During, and After Testing
Resources
Support
Next, we will review a list of the most commonly used acronyms.

6. Commonly used PARCC Acronyms
Name
CBT
Paper-Based Test
PBA
Performance-Based Assessment
CCR
College and Career Ready
PBT
CCSS
Common Core State Standards
PNP
Personal Needs Profile
ELA
English Language Arts
SEA
State Education Agency
ELA/L
English Language Arts/Literacy
SRI
Student Registration Import
EOY
End of Year Assessment
STC
School Test Coordinator
LEA
Local Education Agency TA
Test Administrator LP
Large Print
TAM
Test Administrator Manual
LTC*
LEA/District Test Coordinator
TCM
Test Coordinator Manual
PARCC
Partnership for Assessments of Readiness for College and Careers
These acronyms are referenced alphabetically. Please review and become familiar with these commonly used terms.
For example, click on “STC,” and notice this is the acronym for School Test Coordinator. Continue to view any acronyms and then press Next to continue the training.
Please note that, going forward, the District Test Coordinator will be referred to as the LEA Test Coordinator or LTC.
*Note: District Test Coordinators will be referred to as LEA Test Coordinators throughout this presentation.

7. State-by-State Appendix
Test Administrator Manual (TAM) for Computer-based Testing
Appendix C: State-Specific Policy Addendum
Much of the information covered in this presentation will be dependent on your state-specific policy. Some policies vary by state. You can find your state’s specific policies in Appendix C of the Test Administrator Manual. This manual is located on the Support page of PearsonAccess Next.

8. Test Administrations, Schedules, and Testing Times
Commonly Used PARCC Acronyms for Computer-based Testing
Test Administrations, Schedules, and Testing Times
PearsonAccessnext Managing Test Sessions
Tasks to Complete Before, During, and After Testing
Resources
Support
Next, we will discuss and outline the test administrations, the test schedule, and testing times for the Spring Administration of the PARCC assessments. Check with your School Test Coordinator to ensure you understand the test schedule and testing times.

9. PBA Test Administration Flowchart
The Spring Administration of the PARCC assessments includes two separate test administration windows: the Performance-Based Assessment (PBA) and the End-of-Year (EOY), both of which will be administered in paper-based and computer-based format. The PBA administration occurs after approximately 75 percent of instructional time is complete. The EOY administration occurs after approximately 90 percent of instructional time is complete. The student must participate in both PBA and EOY to be tested on the full range of applicable Standards. Each test administration is comprised of multiple units, and, with certain mathematics units, there are separate sections. This figure shows the different components of the Spring Administration of PARCC assessments .
Notice how the PBA administration branches out into two sessions: English Language Arts/Literacy and Mathematics. ELA/Literacy includes three units that focus on writing effectively when analyzing text. These units must be scheduled in the following order: Literary Analysis, Research Simulation, and Narrative Writing. Math includes two units that focus on applying skills and concepts and understanding multistep problems that require abstract reasoning, precision, perseverance, and strategic use of tools. These units must be scheduled in the following order: Unit 1 then Unit 2. In grades 6 – 8 and high school, Unit 1 of the test includes two sections, the first taken without the use of a calculator and the second with the use of a calculator. Refer to the tables in the Test Coordinator Manual for unit guidelines
For both ELA/Literacy and Math, units must be scheduled in the specified order.
Note: This diagram illustrates grades 6-8.

10. EOY Test Administration Flowchart
For the EOY administration, students will demonstrate their acquired skills and knowledge by answering selected-response questions.
The EOY administration branches out into two sessions: English Language Arts/Literacy and Mathematics. ELA/Literacy for EOY includes one unit for grades 3-5 and two units for grades 6 – 8 and high school that must be scheduled in the following order: Unit 1, and then Unit 2. EOY Math has the same flow as the PBA administration. It includes two units and must be scheduled in the following order: Unit 1, and then Unit 2. In grade 7 and high school, Unit 1 of the test includes two sections, the first taken without the use of a calculator and the second with the use of a calculator. Refer to the tables in the Test Administrator Manual for unit guidelines.
For both ELA/Literacy and Math, units must be scheduled in the specified order.
Note: This diagram illustrates grade 7 and high school.

11. Test Schedule 2015 Spring Testing Windows for Computer-based Testing
Test windows differ by state. Check with your state for more information.
It is the Test Administrator’s responsibility to understand the testing schedule.
Test windows differ by state. Check with your state for more information.
If you have any questions about your state’s testing dates, please refer to your state policy under the Testing Window section of the Test Administrator Manual.

12. Guidelines for Administration Time
Task
Time to be Allotted for an Administration
Preparing for testing (includes reading instructions to students and answering questions)
10 minutes
Distributing test material
5 minutes
Unit testing time
60–90 minutes*
Completing end-of-unit activities, including closing units, collecting test materials, and administering a student survey (after EOY only)
5–15 minutes
PARCC assessments are timed tests, and no additional time may be permitted (with the exception of an extended time accommodation). The Administration Time includes: preparing for testing, distributing test materials, unit testing time, and completing end-of-unit activities.
Unit testing time is the amount of time allowable for any student who needs it and the amount of time that must be provided to complete the unit.
Use the Unit Guidelines and Schedule found in the PARCC Test Administrator Manual, located on the PearsonAccessnext Support page to find specific times for each Unit.
*Depending on unit and subject—refer to Unit Guidelines and Schedule table in the Test Administrators Manual for each Unit Time.

13. Guidelines for Administration Time
Guidelines for Administration Time (continued)
Provide all students with the entire amount of Unit Testing Time.
Once the Unit Testing Time has elapsed, the unit must end.
A student may be allowed an extended time accommodations only if listed in his or her IEP, 504 Plan, or EL Plan.
Refer to your School Test Coordinator for which script option to read regarding what is allowed if students finish early.
Schools must provide all students with the entire amount of unit testing time and must schedule accordingly. A new unit cannot be started until all students in the session are finished or until unit testing time has elapsed.
If all students have completed testing before the end of the unit testing time, the unit may end. Once the unit testing time has been reached, the unit must end, except for students with extended time accommodations.
An extended time accommodation is allowed only if it is listed in his or her IEP, 504 Plan, or EL Plan. Since a new unit cannot be started until all students in a session are finished or until unit testing time has expired, it is recommended to test students with an extended time accommodations separately.
Refer to your School Test Coordinator for more information about which script option to read and what students are allowed to do if they complete a unit early.
If you are providing an Extended Time Accommodation, work with your School Test Coordinator to implement this accommodation appropriately.

14. Make-Up Testing Make-Up Testing
Students who are absent, become ill, or who can no longer test because of classroom, school, or technical interruptions during original units, may utilize make-up testing.
Students are not allowed to return to any portion of the test they have already completed.
Test security and administration protocols apply.
Units may be taken out of order for make-up testing only.
Students who are not tested on the regular administration date should participate in make-up testing. This includes students who are absent or become ill during original units and students who are affected by classroom, school, or technical interruptions. Students may be allowed to complete that test on a different day.
The Test Administrator involved in make-up units should not allow students to go back to any portion of the test they have already completed. Tests will automatically resume at the exact point where a student exited. Test Administrators must closely monitor make-up testing to ensure students do not return to questions they have already answered.
The test security and administration protocols also apply to make-up testing.
For make-up testing only, a student may skip a unit to be able to test with his/her testing group.  The student will then make-up missed units. 
Refer to the PARCC Test Administrator Manual located on the PearsonAccessnext Support page for information about make-up testing.
* Note: all units must be scheduled in sequential order.

15. Guidelines for Breaks Breaks
Between units, scheduled breaks should occur.
During a unit, “stand-and-stretch” breaks may be permitted at the discretion of the Test Administrator.
Example EOY (ELA/L Administration):
Students must be supervised at all times during breaks, including breaks between units.
Between units, scheduled breaks should occur. During these scheduled breaks, students are permitted to go to the restroom, get up to stretch, and get a drink.
During a unit, a classroom may take one “stand-and-stretch” break of up to three minutes at the discretion of the Test Administrator. Unit time should be adjusted by no more than three minutes.
As a reminder during these breaks for computer-based testing, it is recommended that visual blocks be applied to the student’s computer screen (e.g., turn off the monitor, tape folders to the screen); do not have students use computer functions to exit and resume the test. Students should not talk, use electronic devices such as cell phones, play games, continue to interact with the test, or engage in activities that may violate the validity of the test.
8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Unit 1
10:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
Scheduled Break
10:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Unit 2

16. PearsonAccessnext
Commonly Used PARCC Acronyms for Computer-based Testing
Test Administrations, Schedules, and Testing Times
PearsonAccessnext Managing Test Sessions
Tasks to Complete Before, During, and After Testing
Resources
Support
PearsonAccessnext is the online portal to PARCC Assessments for Computer-based Testing. School Test Coordinators will set-up and manage your school’s organizations, user accounts, test sessions, student registration, and pre-cache test content. School Test Coordinators will train Test Administrators on how to manage test sessions in the PearsonAccessnext system.
If your state is using PearsonAccess for other tests, we want you to know that the PearsonAccessnext system has new functionalities, and we recommend that you and your team review them.
This section will review high level computer-based tasks needed to manage test sessions to be completed by Test Administrators in the PearsonAccessnext website: Manage Test Sessions. Further details on how to perform these tasks within the PearsonAccessnext System can be found on the PearsonAccessnext Training Module located at

17. PearsonAccessnext Steps to prepare for PARCC Computer-based Tests:
Test sessions are virtual groupings of individual students who will take the same test at the same time and place. Within PearsonAccessnext test sessions, School Test Coordinators may need to view or edit test session details; add, remove, or move students; and add or change the test form assigned to students. Test sessions will be used to generate and print Student Testing Tickets and seal codes.
Scheduling a date and time is primarily for planning purposes. A test session will not start until Test Administrators click Start on the Session Details screen. Test Administrators are not bound by the date and time selected for a test session. Before a test session is started the date and time can be updated.
Before students can begin testing Test Administrators will need to log in to PearsonAccessnext with their user account and manually begin the test session. This will put students’ test in an Ready status. After a session is started, you can monitor the real-time status of students by refreshing your browser.
Students will use their Student Testing Ticket that contains the TestNav URL and login information to start testing. Their status indicator will then show as Active on the Test Administrator's Session Management screen in PearsonAccessnext. If a student’s test session is in an Exited status in PearsonAccesssnext a student can be resumed in the Resume Student’s Test in PearsonAccessnext.
If a student exits TestNav (either unintentionally or intentionally) before completing a test, the Test Administrator must Resume the student’s test before the student can continue with same test. Verify that TestNav is shut down for a student before attempting to resume the student in the administrative site. When Test Administrators click Resume, they are resuming the student’s test from the point at which the test was interrupted. The system will upload any test responses that the student entered after the interruption that were saved.
There are two ways students should stop a test session:
Once the student reaches the end of the unit, but not ready to officially submit their final test administration responses, the Test Administrator should have the student EXIT.
If the student has completed all units and the test administration is complete, have the student Submit the test.
To “restart” a test session, the Test Administrator must set the test session to Resumed status within PearsonAccesssnext. Once the test has been unlocked, the students may proceed to use their Student Testing Ticket and log into TestNav with their login credentials. Tests will automatically resume at the exact point where a student exited. Test Administrators must closely monitor testing sessions to ensure students do not return to questions they have already answered.
If a test is in a Complete status this indicates that the test has been submitted by the student through TestNav and the data has been processed. A Marked Complete status indicates that the Test Administrator marked the student’s test complete because the student will not return to finish the test. If a test is in a Complete and Marked Complete status, it cannot be reopened.
A Stop status id performed by the Test Administrator or School Test Coordinator and indicates a session as completed. This housekeeping activity cannot be set until all students tests are in a complete or marked complete status.
 Note: Refer to PearsonAccessnext Training Module located at for instructions on logging into PearsonAccessnext and performing the tasks described in this section.
Steps to prepare for PARCC Computer-based Tests:
Manage and monitor Test Sessions in PearsonAccessnext
Start test sessions
Understand the active testing status indicators
Manage test interruptions
Understand how a student should exit a test
Resume student’s test
Completed and Marked Test Complete status
Stop Test Sessions
Information on how to complete these activities will be found in the PearsonAccessnext Training Module

18. Tasks to Complete Before, During, and After Testing
Commonly Used PARCC Acronyms for Computer-based Testing
Test Administrations, Schedules, and Testing Times
PearsonAccessnext Managing Test Sessions
Tasks to Complete Before, During, and After Testing
Resources
Support
The PARCC assessment is a secure testing event, and Test Administrators and Proctors involved in the administration of the PARCC assessments must prepare for their roles and responsibilities. The following section will include the tasks Test Administrators must complete before, during, and after testing.

19. Tasks to Complete Before Testing
At least One week before testing:
Test Administrators and Proctors must read and be familiar with the content and instructions contained in the Test Coordinator manual and attend the training led by the School Test Coordinator to prepare for test administration and review responsibilities. After meeting with the School Test Coordinator, Test Administrators and Proctors should have a complete understanding of the testing schedule, including the plan for make-up testing; assignment of students, including those who require accommodations and/or accessibility features; security plan; Chain-of-Custody of test materials protocol; and expectations for active proctoring.
Sign the Security Agreement and submit it to the School Test Coordinator.
If administering accommodations, Test Administrators should receive and review the list of their students requiring accommodations and plan accordingly for space, procedures, and materials. Also, be aware that some testing accommodations require a Test Administrator to view, read, or transcribe test content or student responses. It is your responsibility to verify that you have received all necessary materials before testing begins. Remember that all test materials are secure and may not be released, copied, or duplicated in any way.
Arrange to have a sufficient supply of pencils and scratch paper for student use one week before testing.
If applicable, your School Test Coordinator will instruct you on how to participate in the Infrastructure Trial.
It is highly recommended that all students who will participate in the online PARCC assessments for computer-base testing first practice with the TestNav 8 Tutorial, Student Tutorials, and Sample Items and Practice Tests.
The TestNav 8 Tutorial guides students and educators on how to navigate through the computer-based testing platform and explains the available tools such as navigation buttons and mathematics/accessibility tools.
Student Tutorials provide instructions to students on how to use each item type in the assessment.
Sample Items are additional practice items. However, these will not provide instruction on the use of each item type. They are available in certain grade bands.
Practice Tests will provide a sample test experience. These practice tests are available in 3 different formats: Paper-based, Web-based, and as a form in PearsonAccessnext, which can be used in a school’s infrastructure trial.
Your School Test Coordinator will communicate a schedule for administering these tools to students.
Test Administrators and Proctors Must Prepare for a Test Administration
At least one week before Testing:
Attend training to review policies and instructions for test administration.
Sign a Security Agreement.
Prepare to administer accommodated tests, if necessary.
Arrange for school supplied materials.
Participate in the Infrastructure Trial, if applicable.
Administer the computer-based Sample Items and Tutorials.

20. Tasks to Complete Before Testing (continued)
Test Administrators and Proctors Must Prepare for a Test Administration
One Day before Testing:
Ensure you can access PearsonAccessnext.
Prepare the testing environment.
One day before testing:
Ensure you checked that you are able to log into PearsonAccessnext in order to monitor test sessions.
Prepare the testing environment. The testing environment refers to the surroundings of the testing room where a student can see, hear, or access information. Confirm that each student will be sufficiently separated from other students to support a secure testing environment. Check that all needed materials and equipment are available and in good working condition. Cover or remove from the testing space all materials containing content in the subject area being tested, including any materials that might help students answer test questions. The general rule is that if it will provide students with an advantage or information on how to answer a question, it should be covered. Prohibited materials can compromise test security, violate the construct being measured by the assessment, and, thereby, invalidate test results.

21. Tasks to Complete the Day of Testing
On the day of testing, Test Administrators should receive test materials from the School Test Coordinator and track receipt using the Computer-based Chain-of-Custody Form. Test Administrators must also document the return of all test materials to the School Test Coordinator, immediately after testing. Test materials include Student Testing Tickets, Seal Codes, Mathematics Reference Sheets, pencils, blank scratch paper, calculators, Mathematics tools, headphones, students’ testing schedule, and roster or list of students to whom you are administering the test.
Manage test sessions in PearsonAccessnext. When ready to begin, start each session and monitor students. Please reference the Student Statuses in PearsonAccessnext section of the Test Administrator Manual to find activity statuses for each student’s session. You may also view the PearsonAccessnext Training Module located at to understand steps on starting and monitoring student sessions.
Once students arrive and are seated, Test Administrators are required to adhere to the scripts provided in the Test Administrator Manual. Read word-for-word the bold instructions in each “Say” box to students. Text that appears outside the box includes directions for the Test Administrators to follow and should not be read to students. You may repeat any part of the scripted directions as many times as needed while you are delivering the script. Directions may be provided in a student’s native language, if providing an accommodation to an English Learner. Test Administrators are permitted to clarify only general administration instructions after reading the script word-for-word. No part of the test may be clarified, nor can assistance be provided to the student during testing.
When instructed to do so while reading the administration scripts, distribute the appropriate test materials, including scratch paper. For each unit, instruct students to print their names on the scratch paper in order to account for all testing materials.
After confirming all students have the correct Student Testing Ticket, instruct students to navigate to TestNav and instruct them to type the username and password found on the bottom of their Student Testing Ticket into the appropriate fields on the login screen. Please see the Log Students into TestNav section of the Test Administrators Manual for details on how to use the Student Testing Ticket to log students into TestNav.
Keep accurate time for each unit. Remember that failure to provide the correct amount of time may result in test invalidation. Follow your State policy for more information on how to instruct students after the unit time has been completed, including materials permitted after testing, such as recreational books.
During testing, be an active proctor by circulating around the room and checking to see that students are following the test instructions, working independently, and that student’s desks are free of any prohibited materials. Test Administrators may redirect a student’s attention to the test without coaching or assisting the student in any way. Examples include providing a redirection as part of a classroom management plan or providing a visual cue to the student to remain on task.
The Test Administrator has the authority to dismiss any student for misconduct, following school protocol. If student misconduct warrants dismissal, collect the student’s test materials and dismiss the student from the exam room.
If applicable, provide breaks by following the procedures in the Test Administrator Manual.
Report any testing irregularity or security breach to the School Test Coordinator.
If a student testing device is experiencing technical problems during a test, such as freezing, error messages, or blank screens, that prevents the student from normal continuation of testing, the Test Administrator should troubleshoot these issues. Guidance for Troubleshooting Computer-based Testing is found in the Test Administrator Manual.
Test Administrators Activities, the Day of Testing:
Receive test materials.
Note: PBA ELA requires headphones
Manage test sessions in PearsonAccessnext
Read the appropriate script.
Distribute test materials to students.
Help students log in to TestNav.
Keep time.
Supervise and monitor test activity.
Provide breaks, if applicable.
Report testing Irregularity or security breaches.
Troubleshoot computer-based testing issues.

22. Guidance for Troubleshooting Computer-based Testing
When a technology disruption affects a single student:
Note the time of the disruption;
Follow the procedures outlined by your school on who to contact or troubleshooting guidance. Note:
Error codes for TestNav and guidance for resolving computer-based testing issues can be found in the TestNav 8 User Guide.
Technology Coordinators and Test Administrators must not take photos of error screens.
If the issue cannot be resolved in a timely manner without disruption to the other students testing, the student should be moved to another testing device, and given time to account for any delay caused by the error and the switch in devices.
If no alternate device is available, the student should be dismissed from the testing session and resume the test on a functioning device as soon as possible on the same day. The student may not return to any section of the test he or she has already completed, and must be given the amount of time remaining in the test unit when the technical problem occurred.
Document the situation in writing. Refer to Appendix C for your state’s policy about reporting a testing irregularity.
When a technology disruption affects multiple students:
Pause testing in the room until the problem is resolved.
Note the time of the disruption so that the remaining time for the unit can be calculated.
Once the issues are resolved, prepare students to resume testing for the continuation of the unit:
Test Administrators must resume students’ tests in PearsonAccessnext before the students can continue with the same test; refer to resuming a test in PearsonAccessnext Online User Guide.
Test Administrators must inform students how many minutes remain in the unit.
Test Administrators must write on the board the updated start time and stop time of the unit.
When a technology disruption affecting a single student occurs, Test Administrators should follow these steps:
Note the time of the disruption.
Follow procedures on troubleshooting and support.
If issue persist move the student to another testing device.
Document the situation in writing.
When a technology disruption affecting multiple students occurs, Test Administrators should follow these steps:
Pause testing.
Resume testing.

23. During Testing: Security Breaches
Monitoring and Reporting Security Breaches and Testing Irregularities
All instances of security breaches and testing irregularities must be reported to the School Test Coordinator, and subsequently, the LEA Test Coordinator, immediately.
The Form to Report a Testing Irregularity or Security Breach must be completed within two school days of the incident.
And remember, you should be prepared to provide a written statement of the incident to your School Test Coordinator should a security breach or testing irregularity occur.
Testing irregularities and test security breaches must be immediately reported to your School Test Coordinator, and a written report of the incident must be submitted within two school days. Refer to your state policy for your state procedure for reporting test irregularities.
Any action that compromises test security or score validity may be classified as a security breaches or test irregularity. The following are examples of test security breaches; see the Test Coordinator Manual for more examples.
use of prohibited electronic devices,
coaching students during testing, and
copying or reproducing any part of the passages or test items or any secure test materials or online test forms.
Please reference the Test Administrator Manual for more examples.

24. During Testing: Safety Threats and Severe Weather
Test Administrators and Proctors must:
Note the time of the disruption.
Secure test materials as specified in your School Security Plan
Upon return, prepare students for the continuation of the unit.
Report a Testing Irregularity or Security Breach*.
In the event that there is a building evacuation, lockdown, or school closure during testing, Test Administrators and Proctors should be trained on what to do. If the lockdown of the school or district building causes testing to be delayed, altered, or cancelled, Test Administrators and Proctors must:
Note the time of the disruption so that the remaining time for the unit can be calculated.
Secure test materials as specified in your School Security Plan.
Upon returning to the testing room, prepare students for the continuation of the test unit, inform students of the remaining time, and write the updated unit start and stop times on the board.
Report the testing irregularity or security breach according to your state’s policy in Appendix C of the Test Administrator Manual.
Refer to Appendix C of the Test Administrator Manual about reporting a Testing Irregularity or Security Breach.
* Check your state policy in the PARCC Test Coordinator Manual for state-specific procedures for reporting severe weather and safety threats.

25. Tasks to Complete After Testing
After Testing the PARCC Assessment
Collect materials and return to the School Test Coordinator.
Test Administrator Manual
Student Testing Tickets
Seal Codes
school-supplied mathematics reference sheets and calculators (if applicable)
used and unused scratch paper
headphones
Report accommodations usage and missing materials to the School Test Coordinator.
Stop Test Sessions in PearsonAccessnext.
Complete a Test Administrator Survey after each administration.
The Test Administrators must ensure all materials are collected and returned to the School Test Coordinator immediately after testing. Track their return on the School Chain-of-Custody Form or any other equivalent materials tracking log used by your school. Check that students’ names are written on scratch paper to help account for all testing materials.
In addition, inform the School Test Coordinator of any accommodations used during testing and if there are any missing test materials.
Manually stop the test sessions in PearsonAccessnext. Please note: Test sessions cannot be stopped until all students in that session are in a completed status.
After all units are complete, go to the link provided in the Test Administrator Manual to complete the PARCC Test Administrator survey and provide information on your experience administering PARCC assessments. Information from this survey will be used to inform future PARCC testing practices.

26. Test your knowledge:
Who is responsible for preparing the testing environment?
School Test Coordinator
Technology Coordinator
Test Administrator
Proctor
When will the Test Administrator receive test materials from the Test Coordinator?
A week before testing
Two days before testing
The day of testing
Should all staff sign a Security Agreement prior to handling test material?
Yes No
Should the Test Administrators receive the school's test administration schedule and security plan from the School Test Coordinator?
Yes No
Within how many school days must security breaches and testing irregularities be reported to the School Test Coordinator?
a. 1
b. 2
c. 5
What are Test Administrators permitted to clarify during the test?
a. General administration instructions
b. Test questions
c. Passages
d. All of the above

27. Resources Commonly Used PARCC Acronyms for Computer-based Testing
Test Administrations, Schedules, and Testing Times
PearsonAccessnext Managing Test Sessions
Tasks to Complete Before, During, and After Testing
Resources
Support
Next, we will review resources available to you through PearsonAccessnext.

28. Resources – Support Page
Within the Support page of PearsonAccessnext, there are multiple resources available that you can access.
The Support page provides a range of support options, including organization of for Resources Categories, such as Manuals and Documents, Training, and more. These documents are searchable by keywords. Links to Top Resources are also avaible such as the PearsonAccessnext Online User Guide and Training Modules. You can also find information about how to contact PARCC Support if you have a question.
This page is found in PearsonAccessnext. Click on Documentation within the Support icon.

29. Resources – Training Center
The Training Center is found at:
Select the green PearsonAccessnext dropdown menu and select Training.
Enter your user ID and password, and then click Sign In to go to the Training Center.
The PearsonAccessnext Training Center allows you to practice without affecting the “live” data for testing activities. For instance, LEA Test Coordinators can create sample students or practice placing an additional order or Test Administrators can practices managing test sessions.
The Training Center is found at
When you select Training, notice that the Training Center has a brown theme, while the production site has a blue theme.

30. Resources – TAM and TCM
Test Administrator Manual (TAM) for Computer-based Testing
(Under “Manuals and Documents”)
Appendix C: State Policy Addendum
All information discussed in this training module can be found in the PARCC Test Administrator Manual.

31. Resources – Accessibility Features and Accommodations
Accessibility Features and Accommodations Manual
Accessibility Features and Accommodations Training Module:
Detailed information about PARCC’s accessibility features and accommodations policies, including implementation guidance, can be found in PARCC’s Accessibility Features and Accommodations Manual located at: In addition, the Accessibility Features and Accommodations Training Module is located at:

32. Support Commonly Used PARCC Acronyms for Computer-based Testing
Test Administrations, Schedules, and Testing Times
PearsonAccessnext Managing Test Sessions
Tasks to Complete Before, During, and After Testing
Resources
Support
Lastly, we will review the support options available to you during this PARCC Assessment for Computer-based Testing.

33. Support: PARCC Support
Contact PARCC Support for assistance with:
Navigating PearsonAccessnext
Navigating the Training Center
Managing Student Registration Data
Setting up units
Managing user IDs and passwords
Accessing resources
Setting up proctor caching
Submitting additional orders
Inquiring about shipments
You can contact PARCC Support for assistance with:
Navigating PearsonAccessnext
Navigating the Training Center
Managing Student Registration Data
Setting up units
Managing user IDs and passwords
Accessing resources
Setting up proctor caching
Submitting additional orders
Inquiring about shipments
Online Support and Resources:
Call Toll Free: (5:00 am – 7:00 pm CT, Mon. – Fri.)

34. Support: State or LEA Support
Contact your State or LEA Test Coordinator for assistance with:
Testing schedule
Testing accommodations
Unusual circumstances on test days
Violations of test security
School emergencies that affect testing
Questions about general testing policies
Questions about state communications
You may also contact your State or LEA Test Coordinator for assistance with the following:
Testing schedule
Testing accommodations
Unusual circumstances on test days
Violations of test security
School emergencies that affect testing
Questions about general testing policies
Questions about state communications

35. We have discussed Test Administrator roles and responsibilities, the test schedule and testing times; tasks to complete before, during, and after testing; and how to find additional information specific to computer-based testing. This concludes the Administration Training for PARCC Computer-based Testing for Test Administrators.
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