2. The Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium (Smarter Balanced) is a state-led consortium working to develop next-generation assessments that accurately measure student progress toward college- and career-readiness. Smarter Balanced is one of two multistate consortia awarded funding from the U.S. Department of Education in 2010 to develop an assessment system aligned to the Common Common Core State Standards (CCSS)(CCSS) by the 2014-15 school year.

4. 2014−15 CAASPP comprises the following required assessments: Smarter Balanced Summative Assessment (SBAC) – Computer Adaptive Test (CAT) and Performance Task (PT), for English−Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics in grades 3 through 8 and grade 11 Early Assessment Program (EAP) – Which will use the Smarter Balanced Summative Assessments in grade 11 Alternate assessment field test for ELA and mathematics in grades 3 through 8 and grade 11 (students with accommodations) Science assessments – California Standards Test (CST), California Modified Assessment (CMA), and California Alternate Performance Assessment (CAPA), in grades 5, 8, and 10 (Optional) Standards-based Tests in Spanish (STS) for reading/language arts in grades 2 through 11 2014−15 CAASPP comprises the following required assessments: Smarter Balanced Summative Assessment (SBAC) – Computer Adaptive Test (CAT) and Performance Task (PT), for English−Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics in grades 3 through 8 and grade 11 Early Assessment Program (EAP) – Which will use the Smarter Balanced Summative Assessments in grade 11 Alternate assessment field test for ELA and mathematics in grades 3 through 8 and grade 11 (students with accommodations) Science assessments – California Standards Test (CST), California Modified Assessment (CMA), and California Alternate Performance Assessment (CAPA), in grades 5, 8, and 10 (Optional) Standards-based Tests in Spanish (STS) for reading/language arts in grades 2 through 11

5. 2014−15 CAASPP paper and pencil assessments: CST for science in grades 5, 8, and 10 CMA for science in grades 5, 8, and 10 CAPA for science in grades 5, 8, and 10 STS for reading/language arts in grades 2 through 11 (optional) 2014−15 CAASPP paper and pencil assessments: CST for science in grades 5, 8, and 10 CMA for science in grades 5, 8, and 10 CAPA for science in grades 5, 8, and 10 STS for reading/language arts in grades 2 through 11 (optional)

6. CAT (Computer Adaptive Test) *Mostly DOK 1&2 Performance Task *DOK 3 & 4 Classroom Activity *DOK 3 & 4 CAT (Computer Adaptive Test) *Mostly DOK 1&2 Performance Task *DOK 3 & 4 Classroom Activity *DOK 3 & 4 Math Item Types  MC – Multiple choice, single correct response  MS – Multiple choice, multiple correct responses  EQ – Equation/Numeric  TI – Fill-in tables  DD – Drag and drop  ST – Short text  SBAC now limits to specific targets within claims 3 and 4  Grades 3-4, no ST  G – Graphing  MA – Matching tables  HS – Hot spot  GI – Graphing interaction Math Item Types  MC – Multiple choice, single correct response  MS – Multiple choice, multiple correct responses  EQ – Equation/Numeric  TI – Fill-in tables  DD – Drag and drop  ST – Short text  SBAC now limits to specific targets within claims 3 and 4  Grades 3-4, no ST  G – Graphing  MA – Matching tables  HS – Hot spot  GI – Graphing interaction ELA Item Types  MC – Multiple choice, single correct response (SBAC formerly SR)  MS – Multiple choice, multiple correct responses  EBSR – Evidence-based selected response  ST/CR – Short text/Constructed response  WR/CR – Written response/Constructed response  Only found in select writing standards  HT – Hot text: select text and reorder text  MA – Matching tables ELA Item Types  MC – Multiple choice, single correct response (SBAC formerly SR)  MS – Multiple choice, multiple correct responses  EBSR – Evidence-based selected response  ST/CR – Short text/Constructed response  WR/CR – Written response/Constructed response  Only found in select writing standards  HT – Hot text: select text and reorder text  MA – Matching tables

8. SBAC Blueprints ELA: http://www.smarterbalanced.org/wordpress/wp- content/uploads/2014/05/ELA_Preliminary_-Blueprint- 2014_04-30Final.pdfhttp://www.smarterbalanced.org/wordpress/wp- content/uploads/2014/05/ELA_Preliminary_-Blueprint- 2014_04-30Final.pdf Math: http://www.smarterbalanced.org/wordpress/wp- content/uploads/2014/05/Math_Preliminary_-Blueprint- 2014_04-30Final.pdfhttp://www.smarterbalanced.org/wordpress/wp- content/uploads/2014/05/Math_Preliminary_-Blueprint- 2014_04-30Final.pdf

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12. The SBAC Digital Library SBAC Training and Practice Tests

13. Criteria for Resources Aligns with Common Core State Standards Demonstrates high-quality instruction Addresses learner differences Is engaging/user-friendly Incorporates formative assessment practices Criteria for Resources Aligns with Common Core State Standards Demonstrates high-quality instruction Addresses learner differences Is engaging/user-friendly Incorporates formative assessment practices What the Digital Library Is Not… Consists of tools and practices designed to help teachers utilize formative assessment processes for improved teaching and learning in all grades. These optional resources are available to all K–12 teachers.

14. https://www.smarterbalancedlibrary.org

15. For Test Readiness: Students need ongoing opportunities to develop and practice their keyboarding skills. Practice and Training tests are intended to familiarize and prepare students for CAASPP. http://sbac.portal.airast.org/practice-test/ Practice and Training tests are available for use throughout the year.