1. PRACTICING FOR TN READY

2. TODAY Today we will: Learn about the test Log in Read a writing prompt Read the passages for that prompt Type the essay in the space provided

3. TOMORROW We will: Log in (so save your log in information) Begin a practice multiple choice test Learn about the different types of multiple choice items

4. PART 1 Part 1: February You will write two timed essays using those texts You will read 2 to 4 texts for each essay Types of prompts: Informational, Argumentative, Narrative You will have 90 minutes for each essay All online

5. PART 2 Part 2: May You will read multiple passages About 45 questions You will answer multiple choice questions: multiple select, technology enhanced Some will have more than one part or more than one correct answer All online

6. LOGGING IN Go to www.micatime.comwww.micatime.com Type in your assigned user ID and password. Once logged in, you should see your classes listed at the top of the page. Click on your English class. You should see any assigned assessments listed under “To Do.” Click on the appropriate assessment to begin.

8. WRITING ASSESSMENT W2 INFORMATIONAL ESSAY Read your prompt What type of writing are you being asked to do? Use the “Notes” function to take notes Explore other tools available to you as you read and write

9. MICA PRACTICE Read the instructions and/or the text to prepare for answering the question. Be alert to your screen. Maker sure you have answered completely before moving on. Explore tools available to you as you read and write.

10. SHUTTING DOWN 1. Always “shut down” the school computer. 2. Wait for the screen to go black BEFORE you close the computer. 3. PUT IN CORRECT SPACE 4. PLUG IN!