Nevada Student Assessments Spring 2019

Nevada Student Assessments Spring 2019
Nevada Administration Training Sessions 2/25/2019 DRC Slide 1 Nevada Student Assessments Spring 2019 In-State Administration Training Science, Summative (Smarter Balanced), and Alternate Assessments Modified for Washoe County School District January 2019 Nevada Regional Training in Test Administration Presented by Data Recognition Corporation (DRC) in Reno, 17 January 2019 --Modified for WCSD test coordinator training. Jan-Feb 2019

Nevada Administration Training Sessions
2/25/2019 DRC Slide 3 Today’s Agenda What’s New for 2019 Important Dates Testing Program Highlights Test Security Accommodations DRC INSIGHT eDIRECT Q & A Jan-Feb 2019

Test Coordinator Responsibilities Before Testing
Nevada Administration Training Sessions 2/25/2019 DRC Slide 4 Test Coordinator Responsibilities Before Testing Review training resources: WCSD Primer Test Coordinator Manuals and Test Administrator Manuals for each assessment NDE Test Security Training video Administration Training presentation (this PPT) Conduct and document refresher training with selected staff (test administrators, proctors, assisting staff) 1-2 weeks prior to each administration. Vocabulary A test item is a test question. Answer choices are sometimes called answer options. Tests are divided into test sessions and/or test parts. Notes: --Today’s training describes state-level requirements and some details about tests administered in the Nevada state assessment program. Jan-Feb 2019

DRC Slide 5 What’s New for 2019

New for 2019 DRC INSIGHT Supported Assessments
Nevada Administration Training Sessions 2/25/2019 DRC Slide 6 New for 2019 DRC INSIGHT Supported Assessments Technology All sites switched from TSM (Testing Site Manager) to COS (Central Office Services) Device for both WIDA and Nevada online administrations. Passwords/Navigation Student passwords are more complex. When navigating between test parts, the student will be forced back to the log in page and will need to use their test ticket to log back in to continue. Jan-Feb 2019

2/25/2019 DRC Slide 8 Important Dates Before During After eDIRECT Test Setup (Student and Test Management) Student Testing Window *CRT window opens after 120th day or start of last 1/3 of school year. Student Information Cleanup/Data Validation February 7 CRT: March 4* – May 17 NAA: February 21 – May 17 May 20 – May 24 View preID students (D) Add new students (D) Update student information (S) Identify DS/accommodations (D) Enable test accommodations (D) Enroll students in test sessions D=District, S=School (D) Add new students and enroll in test sessions (S) Administer tests (S) Monitor student progress/completion of tests (S) Document & report reason not tested (D) Add Not Tested codes and Invalidations (S) Verify reason for non- participation; ensure all irregularities have been reported EOC ELA Part 2 Writing Spring Term Test: Feb 4-Apr 30 Scores in IC: May 13 Make-ups/Summer Term Test: May 1-Jun 28 Scores in IC: Jul 22 D=District, S=School “D” & “S” - modified for WCSD to distinguish which tasks are completed by D vs. S Check district calendar(s) for district-specific testing schedules. DRC INSIGHT (test app) locks on May 22, end of school day. DRC eDIRECT (student data validation) locks on May 30. Jan-Feb 2019

Spring 2019 Testing Program Highlights
DRC Slide 9 Spring 2019 Testing Program Highlights

Summative Assessment for Grades 3-8 in ELA and Mathematics
Nevada Administration Training Sessions 2/25/2019 DRC Slide 10 Summative Assessment for Grades 3-8 in ELA and Mathematics Test content provided by Smarter Balanced. INSIGHT (test engine) & eDIRECT (student management) provided by DRC. Each student must participate in four test sessions (two per content area): ELA Computer Adaptive Test (CAT) – may be given over multiple days ELA Performance Task (PT) – 2 parts; 2 testing periods; 1 test ticket Math Computer Adaptive Test (CAT) – may be given over multiple days Math Performance Task (PT) – 1 part; 1 testing period Students with accommodations that require paper testing will take “fixed form” tests in place of the computer adaptive tests. Test sessions/parts may be scheduled and administered in any order. Students receive 1 test ticket for each test session (4 total for Summative). Jan-Feb 2019

Summative Assessment Types of Test Questions
Nevada Administration Training Sessions 2/25/2019 DRC Slide 11 Summative Assessment Types of Test Questions Multiple-choice response: four response options with only one correct answer. Multiple-select response: multiple-response options with one or more correct answers. The test question may not always tell how many options should be chosen (this is an item design feature that provides information for scoring). Technology enhanced: questions that may include drag-and-drop, graphing, drop-down menus, and matching. Written-response questions (short, 1-2 sentences): questions that will require the student to answer by typing his/her response in the space given. ELA only Listening: students will listen to a passage and then respond to questions about the passage. Extended written-response, PT part 2 (essay): student will be prompted to produce an on-demand (time-limited) writing sample related to a reading passage (students read the same passage in both parts 1 & 2 of the ELA PT). ELA PT Part 2 – Extended Written-Response --On-demand writing is time-limited --Students use a version of the writing process in which the student is their own editor and reviser, there is no opportunity for feedback. Jan-Feb 2019

Sample ELA Listening Question
Nevada Administration Training Sessions 2/25/2019 DRC Slide 12 Sample ELA Listening Question D/HH Accommodations Options (choose 1) Video Sign Language (VSL) VSL and Closed Captioning (CC) Human Reader – Requires paper administration for all sessions/parts of the ELA test (CAT & PT) D/HH – Deaf/Hard of Hearing OTT/Online Tools Training and DRC INSIGHT Online Assessments Tutorials --Google Chrome browser > --DRC INSIGHT app installed on networked testing devices Student readiness check! Explore item types and navigation tools through the OTT (Online Tools Training) practice and training tests. Jan-Feb 2019

CAT/Computer Adaptive Tests Summative (SBAC)
Nevada Administration Training Sessions 2/25/2019 DRC Slide 13 CAT/Computer Adaptive Tests Summative (SBAC) Computer adaptive tests (CAT) are personalized to the individual student taking the test. The CAT testing engine delivers test questions based on the students response to the previous item—correct or incorrect. This means the test can become harder or easier as the student progresses through the items. CAT tests are better at pinpointing student performance and areas of strength and weakness to help guide future instruction. The number of items for an individual student will vary. In general, students will respond to approximately 40–44 items on each CAT. Jan-Feb 2019

CAT/Computer Adaptive Tests Estimated Testing Times
DRC Slide 14 CAT/Computer Adaptive Tests Estimated Testing Times The estimated testing time for each CAT session is 2 hours. Administration of a CAT session can be completed over multiple days. The CAT will not lock down overnight, however students cannot go back to previously viewed items. If the scheduled testing period ends before a student finishes, direct student to click Pause and then click Exit Test. Note on the testing roster which students need more time. Paused tests may be resumed on a subsequent day. The student will use their original test ticket and the test will start at the next item. The CAT sessions are not timed. Students working productively must be given time to complete the session.

CAT/Computer Adaptive Tests Navigation Rules
DRC Slide 15 CAT/Computer Adaptive Tests Navigation Rules Students cannot skip test questions. A student must respond to the given item before they can move to the next item. Students cannot go back to previous test questions. The CAT does not have a Review Screen (also cannot flag items). After responding to the last item the test will automatically submit for scoring. Once all items have been answered, the student will be unable to re- enter the test.

CAT/Computer Adaptive Tests Completion Screen
Nevada Administration Training Sessions 2/25/2019 DRC Slide 16 CAT/Computer Adaptive Tests Completion Screen After completing the last question and clicking on the “next” button, the CAT automatically ends and students are presented with a “Congratulations” screen. Jan-Feb 2019

PT/Performance Tasks Summative (SBAC) – ELA & Math
Nevada Administration Training Sessions 2/25/2019 DRC Slide 17 PT/Performance Tasks Summative (SBAC) – ELA & Math Performance Tasks are “fixed form” tests. Once started, the task (or task part) must be completed and submitted within a single testing period. The ELA Performance Task is split into two parts. Part 1 contains a reading passage and reading test questions. Part 2 contains the same reading passage and an extended writing item. Students produce an “on-demand writing” sample. The Mathematics Performance Task has only one part. PT item sets are randomized and students may not receive the same questions/tasks within the same testing group. Jan-Feb 2019

PT/Performance Tasks Estimated Testing Times
Nevada Administration Training Sessions 2/25/2019 DRC Slide 18 PT/Performance Tasks Estimated Testing Times Estimated testing time for EACH PART is hours ELA PT Part 1=1.5-2h, ELA PT Part 2=1.5-2h, Math PT=1.5-2h The PTs are not timed and students working productively must be given time to complete the session/part. Math PT must be completed during a single testing period. ELA PT – schedule two separate testing periods, one for each part. Parts 1 and 2 may be given on the same day (with a break between parts) or on separate days. Do not permit students to start both parts within the same testing period. Plan accordingly to ensure students will have the time they need to complete the scheduled PT or PT part within the school day. Jan-Feb 2019

PT/Performance Tasks Navigation Rules & Review Screen
Nevada Administration Training Sessions 2/25/2019 DRC Slide 19 PT/Performance Tasks Navigation Rules & Review Screen Within each test part, students may navigate forward through test questions or go back to review/change answers. Students may skip to the next question without answering the current question. Students will see a Review Screen at the end of each test part. The Review Screen will show which questions have not been answered. Students may navigate back to provide answers to items. When the student is finished, he/she will click on “End Test.” Notes: 1. The DRC INSIGHT system will not prevent a student from submitting the test with unanswered items. 2. If a student doesn’t submit their test…for each PT part, if the test status of the part is left “In Progress”, the student will not be allowed access to the test after an unsupervised break. No action is needed. Tests left “In Progress” will be automatically submitted for scoring after the end of the testing window. Jan-Feb 2019

PT/Performance Tasks End Test  Submit
Nevada Administration Training Sessions 2/25/2019 DRC Slide 20 PT/Performance Tasks End Test  Submit A pop-up box will ask the student to confirm they have completed the test by clicking on the “Submit Test” button. After a test is submitted, the student will be locked out of the test. “Are you done…? Be sure you have answered all of the questions.” Tip: Practice with the Online Tools Training (OTT) so students are familiar with the types of screens and checks they will see before submitting their test for scoring. “You have answered all questions.” (All boxes will be checked) Jan-Feb 2019

Summative Assessment Required Equipment & Materials
Nevada Administration Training Sessions 2/25/2019 DRC Slide 21 Summative Assessment Required Equipment & Materials Content Area Required Equipment & Materials ELA Scratch paper* is required in all grades; scratch paper may only be plain unlined, lined, or grid-only (unlabeled) graphing paper. Headphones are required for any student using the embedded text-to- speech designated support or accommodation. Headphones are required for ALL students during the CAT session. Mathematics Scratch paper* is required in all grades; scratch paper may only be plain unlined, lined, patty paper, or grid-only (unlabeled) graphing paper. Graph (or grid-only) paper is required for students in grades 6, 7, and 8. Headphones are required for any student using the embedded text-to- speech designated support. Print-Graph-Paper.com > Find printable grid-only paper on the Assessment > Test Session Resources and Forms ( Permissible Materials for Use by Students During Testing (TAM p.7 & 11) --For all Science and Summative Smarter Balanced assessments, scratch paper may only be plain unlined, lined, patty paper, or grid-only (unlabeled) graphing paper. No other preprinted material is permitted on the front or back except for student identifying information. --Graph or grid-only paper is required for the Summative math assessments in grades 6, 7, and 8. --Headphones will be needed for all ELA CAT assessments for the listening items. --Headphones must be provided for each student using the embedded designated support or accommodation of text-to-speech. *Monitor and track use of scratch paper. Collect and separate used scratch paper. All used scratch paper must be shredded after testing (securely destroyed). Jan-Feb 2019

2/25/2019 DRC Slide 22 Embedded (Online) Tools Students should practice using calculators and other embedded tools using the Online Tools Training/OTT prior to live testing. Mathematics/Science An online calculator will be available on the tool bar for items requiring or allowing calculator use. No handheld calculators allowed for online testing. Basic Calculator – for Grades 5 (Science) & 6 (Mathematics). Scientific Calculator – for Grades 7 (Math) & 8 (Math & Science). ELA Online formatting tools are available for student use on any extended written response questions. The online Spellcheck, dictionary and thesaurus tools are enabled for the ELA PT (Part 2) – the extended writing response. Students testing on paper should be provided a hardcopy dictionary or thesaurus for the ELA PT (Part 2). Embedded Tools --Online writing formatting tools as well as an embedded online dictionary and thesaurus are provided for the writing item in the ELA Performance Task. Writing tools include: Undo/Redo, Cut, Copy, Paste, Bold/Italic/Underline, Indent/Outdent, Spellcheck, Dictionary/Thesaurus --Students taking the grade 4 Mathematics test will be provided with an online protractor tool. --An embedded basic or scientific calculator tool is provided, depending on grade level, for the online Mathematics and Science assessments. No handheld calculators are allowed for students testing online. --Students taking the Mathematics assessment will be able to access an embedded basic calculator for grade 6 and an embedded scientific calculator for grades 7 or 8. --Students taking the online Science Assessment will be able to access an embedded basic calculator for grade 5 and an embedded scientific calculator for grade 8 and high school. Jan-Feb 2019

Embedded (Online) Calculators Mathematics 6-8 and Science
Nevada Administration Training Sessions 2/25/2019 WCSD Slide Embedded (Online) Calculators Mathematics 6-8 and Science Scientific Calculator Grades 7 & 8 Mathematics Grades 8 & HS Science Students taking the same tests on paper should be provided with the specified handheld calculator for use on calculator items only. Basic Calculator Grade 5 Science Grade 6 Mathematics Calculator Tool Embedded Tools --An embedded basic or scientific calculator tool is provided, depending on grade level, for the online Mathematics and Science assessments. No handheld calculators are allowed for students testing online. --Students taking the Mathematics assessment will be able to access an embedded basic calculator for grade 6 and an embedded scientific calculator for grades 7 or 8. --Students taking the online Science Assessment will be able to access an embedded basic calculator for grade 5 and an embedded scientific calculator for grade 8 and high school. Jan-Feb 2019

Embedded (Online) Writing Tools ELA Extended Writing
Nevada Administration Training Sessions 2/25/2019 WCSD Slide Embedded (Online) Writing Tools ELA Extended Writing Dictionary and Thesaurus Tool Spellcheck Tool Embedded Tools --Online writing formatting tools as well as an embedded online dictionary and thesaurus are provided for the writing item in the ELA Performance Task (ELA PT Part 2). Students taking the same test on paper should be provided with a paper dictionary and thesaurus. Jan-Feb 2019

Science Assessment for Grades 5, 8, and HS
DRC Slide 23 Science Assessment for Grades 5, 8, and HS Test content was developed specifically for Nevada and is aligned with the Nevada Academic Content Standards for Science (NVACSS), based on the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). Grade 5 test items align to grade 5 standards Grade 8 test items align to grades 6-8 banded standards Grade HS (9th & 10th) test items align to Life Science/Biology standards Science = 2 parts; 1 or 2 testing periods; 1 test ticket The Science tests are “fixed form” tests. Once a part is started, the part must be completed and submitted within a single testing period. Each test session (grade level test) will contain two parts. The test parts can be administered on the same day or on separate days. Students will use the same test ticket to log in to each part.

Science Assessment Estimated Testing Times
Nevada Administration Training Sessions 2/25/2019 DRC Slide 24 Science Assessment Estimated Testing Times Each part of the science test must be completed in a single testing period. All breaks must be supervised. Most students should complete each part of the test in approximately 1 hour, for a total testing time of 2 hours. The Science assessment is not a timed test. Students who are working productively must be given time to complete each test part in a single supervised testing period. Students may not return to a test part after an unsupervised break. Note: If a test part is not submitted and the status shows “In Progress,” take no action. Test parts not “Completed” will be automatically submitted for scoring after the testing window ends. Notes: 1._Plan accordingly to ensure students will have the time they need to complete the scheduled test or test part within the school day. 2._Immediately after students log in to the first test part, collect all test tickets. Redistribute tickets when ready to administer the second part of the test. Jan-Feb 2019

Science Assessment Navigation Rules & Review Screen
Nevada Administration Training Sessions 2/25/2019 DRC Slide 25 Science Assessment Navigation Rules & Review Screen Within each test part, students may navigate forward through test questions or go back to review/change answers. Students may skip to the next question without answering the current question. Students will see a Review Screen at the end of each test part. The Review Screen will show which questions have not been answered. Students may navigate back to provide answers to items. When the student is finished, he/she will click on “End Test,” then “Submit.” Notes: 1. The DRC INSIGHT system will not prevent a student from submitting the test with unanswered items. 2. Once the Submit button is clicked, the test part will lock down and the student will not be allowed back into that part of the test. 3. If a student doesn’t submit their test…for each part of the science test, if the test status of the part is left “In Progress”, the student will not be allowed access to the test after an unsupervised break. No action is needed. Tests left “In Progress” will be automatically submitted for scoring after the end of the testing window. 4. Students will need to log in again to start the next part of the test. Jan-Feb 2019

Science Assessment Types of Test Questions
DRC Slide 26 Science Assessment Types of Test Questions Multiple-choice response: four response options with only one correct answer. Multiple-select response: multiple-response options with one or more correct answers. The test question does not always tell how many options should be chosen. Technology enhanced: questions that may include drag-and-drop, graphing, drop-down menus, and matching. Grades 5 & 8 only - Written-response questions: questions that will require the student to answer by typing his/her response in the space given.

Science Grades 5 & 8 References Tool for Written-Response
Nevada Administration Training Sessions 2/25/2019 DRC Slide 27 & 28 Science Grades 5 & 8 References Tool for Written-Response Grade 5 Written-Response Checklist References Tool Grade 8 Written-Response Rubric Paper copies of the written-response checklist or rubric are not permitted for students testing online. Jan-Feb 2019

DRC Slide 31 Test Security

Test Security for All Nevada Student Assessments
Nevada Administration Training Sessions 2/25/2019 DRC Slide 32 Test Security for All Nevada Student Assessments All education personnel involved in the Nevada testing program must maintain the security of all materials. Together, we share the responsibility for ensuring all materials and student responses are handled securely and confidentially. Test Directions and Scripts may not be altered. Online tests are not to be viewed by anyone prior to students taking the test. Except where allowed by a specific accommodation, only students being tested are allowed to view the content of the online test materials. None of the content or materials from the online test may be copied or recorded in any manner. Jan-Feb 2019

Test Security for All Nevada Student Assessments
Nevada Administration Training Sessions 2/25/2019 DRC Slide 33 Test Security for All Nevada Student Assessments All Student Login Tickets (Test Tickets) must be kept secure throughout the testing window and securely destroyed after testing is complete. For complete details, refer to the WCSD Primer and NDE’s Test Security Procedures for general test security information, as well as Test Coordinator and Test Administrator Manuals for each program. Any testing irregularity, including non-standard administration, suspected student plagiarism, student/staff electronics violations, etc. must be immediately reported* to WCSD Assessment Support. *New 2019 – Caveon Core online incident reporting form and procedures Go to: Departments > Assessment > Test Security and Training Jan-Feb 2019

2/25/2019 WCSD Slide Assisting Students Students may not receive assistance beyond making certain they understand test directions. TAM p.6 – School officials/personnel who offer/provide inappropriate assistance to students can face severe consequences including suspension or revocation of teaching licenses. (NRS ) TIP: Take time BEFORE the first day of testing to review instructions and ensure students are comfortable with the testing platform, navigation, and online tools using the OTT (Online Tools Training). In the OTT, show students how to use the “Help” screens ON THEIR OWN during testing. TIP: Instruction and translation of test directions may be provided in another language for EL students PRIOR to the test date. During test administration, all spoken/written instruction must be in ENGLISH only. Jan-Feb 2019

Test Item Concern (Student Suspects Item Issue)
Nevada Administration Training Sessions 2/25/2019 WCSD Slide Test Item Concern (Student Suspects Item Issue) DO NOT examine or record details about test item content. Procedure – Student reports suspected item issue: For each testing period, the Test Administrator/Proctor should document suspected item issues reported by students. On the testing period roster (or additional paper) record the following: Administration (Summative, Science), Test Name & Test Part (if applicable), Session Name, Grade Level, Student Name, State ID, Question Number Documented item concerns are returned with secure test materials to Site Test Coordinator who will contact NV Help Desk (DRC) to report information ( ). Tell student to continue working and answer the item. Assure student that the item will be looked at by the test provider. Jan-Feb 2019

Pausing the Test for Supervised Breaks
DRC Slide 34 Pausing the Test for Supervised Breaks To pause a test for a supervised break, the student will click on the Pause button. This will hide the student’s test screen and start a 20 minute timer. If the student returns to the test within 20 minutes, he/she will click on Resume to continue testing. If a student does not return to testing within the set 20 minute Pause break, the test will automatically exit and the student will need their test ticket to log back in and continue testing. Students and testing devices must be monitored during any pause break during testing.

Pausing the Test Exceeding the “20-Minute Rule”
Nevada Administration Training Sessions 2/25/2019 DRC Slide 41 Pausing the Test Exceeding the “20-Minute Rule” Students must request permission to use the pause feature and the student must be supervised during the pause/break. After the 20 minute mark, a paused test will automatically exit, but not end/submit. Status will show “In Progress.” If the student was supervised during a break that exceeded 20 minutes, the Test Administrator may allow the student to resume testing by providing the student’s test ticket with login information. If the student was not supervised for ANY AMOUNT OF TIME during a break in testing, the student should not be allowed to resume that test session or test part. If session times-out, all submitted test responses (answered items) will be stored. Jan-Feb 2019

Exiting the Test (Purposely, Before Completing)
Nevada Administration Training Sessions 2/25/2019 WCSD Slide Exiting the Test (Purposely, Before Completing) DO NOT “End” or “Submit” a test prematurely. A test may need to be exited for the following reasons: Taking the CAT over multiple days Moving a student; changing computers (allow 15 minutes before logging in on different device) Testing irregularity (e.g. emergency evacuation, student illness, disruption) To exit the test: 1) click “Pause,” 2) then, click “Exit” from the Pause/timer screen, 3) next screen click, “Yes, Exit.” Jan-Feb 2019

2/25/2019 DRC Slide 35 Unlocking Tests Completed CAT and fixed form tests are designed to lock in DRC INSIGHT for test security reasons. Only District Test Directors are granted permission to unlock tests. DRC/NDE – It is extremely unlikely that student error will warrant unlocking a test (i.e. prematurely ending a test). Closely monitor students. Contact Assessment Support: Some cases may require a school to submit a formal request by to unlock a test. Unlocks without appropriate rationale/documentation may lead to test invalidations. NDE and DRC will monitor unlocks and contact districts with an unusual number or pattern of unlock activity. Jan-Feb 2019

Unlocking Tests “Locking Rules” for Individual Tests
DRC Slide 37 Unlocking Tests “Locking Rules” for Individual Tests Test sessions/parts that must be completed in a single testing period; these tests will lock overnight (from start to finish, administer these tests in one supervised testing period): Summative Math Performance Task Summative ELA Performance Task Part 1 Summative ELA Performance Task Part 2 Science Test Part 1 Science Test Part 2 Test sessions/parts that will NOT lock overnight and may be completed over multiple days: Summative CAT sessions For PAPER test administrations (including the NAA), authorized test administrators should transcribe and submit a full content area or test part in a single sitting.

2/25/2019 DRC Slide 38 NDE Guidelines for Unlocking Tests: Special Circumstances (Irregularities) Contact Assessment Support Irregularity: Interruption – Evacuations, lock-downs, technical issues If tests become locked, district may determine if tests may be unlocked. If testing can be resumed, students must be directed to not review previous items, and test administrators/proctors must actively circulate and monitor students. This process is similar to the paper-and-pencil evacuation protocol. Irregularity: Student becomes ill, does not return same day (Summative PT, Science, EOC) Make note of the time the student started and was dismissed, and the item number the student was on (if possible). Pause and exit the test (do not end test/submit). Contact Assessment Support the same day. Depending on number of items completed before student became ill and incident* details, student may be able to resume testing upon return to school. Designated district personnel will have to contact DRC for instructions and/or additional information in the following circumstances. These occurrences will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Student becomes ill. Student logs in using another student’s ticket. Student begins testing without appropriate accommodations. Student Illness – DTD Information: --If a student becomes ill during testing and has completed 5 responses or fewer, designated district personnel may unlock the test. --If a student becomes ill during testing and has completed more than 5 responses, designated district personnel will contact DRC for instructions. These occurrences will be reviewed on a case-by case basis. *Each incident will be reviewed on a case-by case basis. Jan-Feb 2019

2/25/2019 DRC Slide 39 Other Special Circumstances (Irregularities) Contact Assessment Support Irregularity: Student logs in using another student’s ticket. Prevention: There are two points of verification, 1) when distributing test tickets, and 2) student profile information “welcome” screen after login. Test Ticket – Student’s last and first name will match spelling in Infinite Campus, minus hyphens, spaces, apostrophes, and diacritical characters. Tip: A “Student Test Roster” page prints with tickets from eDIRECT. All student information for the test session is noted on the roster including student name, state and local ID, username, password, and accommodation(s). Welcome Screen (after test login) – Student’s profile information including first and last name, state and local IDs. If the information does not match the student who logged in to test, immediately stop testing (Pause and Exit test). Locate the correct student test ticket; report incident. Designated district personnel will have to contact DRC for instructions and/or additional information in the following circumstances. These occurrences will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Student becomes ill. Student logs in using another student’s ticket. Student begins testing without appropriate accommodations. Login with Another Student’s Ticket – DTD Information: --If a student has completed 5 responses or fewer, designated district personnel will contact DRC to regenerate the test and obtain a new ticket. --If the student has submitted more than 5 responses, designated district personnel will contact DRC for instructions. These occurrences will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Jan-Feb 2019

2/25/2019 DRC Slide 40 Other Special Circumstances (Irregularities) Contact Assessment Support Irregularity: Student begins testing without required accommodation. Prevention: 1) Test coordinator verifies accommodations/DS are noted in eDIRECT before printing test tickets, 2) Test administrator verifies accommodation is listed on test ticket, 3) confirm with student that accommodation is enabled and functioning on first test item. If a student starts a test session and the test does not have the required accommodation, the student should immediately stop testing (Pause and Exit test). Test administrator notifies school test coordinator (TC), TC contacts Assessment Support. DRC must approve test reset. Provide Assessment Support with incident details, student’s full name, grade, state student ID, test session name(s), and the needed accommodation. Do not continue testing student without the appropriate accommodation. Designated district personnel will have to contact DRC for instructions and/or additional information in the following circumstances. These occurrences will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Student becomes ill. Student logs in using another student’s ticket. Student begins testing without appropriate accommodations. Missing Accommodation – DTD Information: --Contact DRC to reset the test for the student. Jan-Feb 2019

DRC Slide 42 Online and Paper Test Universal Tools, Designated Supports, and Accommodations

Universal Tools (UT) for Spring 2019
DRC Slide 43 Universal Tools (UT) for Spring 2019 Definition Access features that are either provided as digitally-delivered components of computer-based test administrations or as non- digitally-delivered components of paper/pencil test administrations. Universal tools are available to all students taking the assessments and are based on student preference and selection. Embedded Universal Tools in INSIGHT Color Choices/Contrasting Color Highlighter Line Guide Masking Pointer Cross Off Sticky Notes Calculator, Writing, and other tools

Color Choices and Contrasting Color
DRC Slide 44 Color Choices and Contrasting Color 21 Color Choices and Contrasting Color are available as an embedded Universal Tool. Test Administrators may assist individual students in setting these options. Use the “Options” button to access color features and the masking tool. All other embedded Universal Tools are accessed from the tool bar.

Designated Supports (DS) Flag in eDIRECT, Noted on Test Ticket
Nevada Administration Training Sessions 2/25/2019 DRC Slide 45 Designated Supports (DS) Flag in eDIRECT, Noted on Test Ticket Definition Features permissible for use by any student for whom the need has been identified by a team of educators, including parents and the student. Must be identified in eDIRECT prior to testing. The educator team should be familiar with the student, the purpose of the assessment, and the types of supports available for the specific assessment. Embedded Designated Supports in INSIGHT “TTS” – Text-to-Speech for test directions, test questions, and answer options for each content area test. Text is read via computer; headphones required. Designated supports must be turned on/enabled in eDIRECT prior to testing with the INSIGHT Test Engine. When TTS is enabled, this will show on the student test ticket as “TTS” under “Accommodation(s)”. Designated Support (embedded): TTS – Text-to-Speech for all grades, all content areas; test directions, test questions, and answer options; ELA – no passages Jan-Feb 2019

Accommodations Flag in eDIRECT, Noted on Test Ticket
Nevada Administration Training Sessions 2/25/2019 DRC Slide 46 Accommodations Flag in eDIRECT, Noted on Test Ticket Definition Adaptations or adjustments to those students who have an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or Section 504 Plan. New accommodations or changes to an accommodation must be made to a student’s IEP or Section 504 Accommodation Plan 30 days prior to the start of testing. Embedded Accommodations in INSIGHT “TTSPASSAGE” – Text-to-Speech for ELA items & passages (Summative ELA Gr 6‒8, EOC ELA Part 2) “VSL” – Video Sign Language (for Math and Science stimuli & items) “CC, VSL” – VSL + Closed Captioning (for Summative ELA listening passages) Non-embedded Accommodations Paper administrations: “POD” /Print-on- Demand (Summative, standard), “PAPER” (Science, standard), “BRAILLE”, and “LP”/Large Print (student responses must be transcribed into INSIGHT) Accommodations (embedded): TTSPASSAGE – ELA grades 6-8, EOC ELA Part 2 (Writing); test directions, test questions, answer options, and ELA reading passages CC, VSL (for ELA only, both VSL and CC must be selected) VSL (Math CAT/PT, Science) --Paper administration (non-embedded, must be flagged in eDIRECT): Student responses must be transcribed into INSIGHT test engine by test administrator (or test coordinator) AFTER test is completed. Use test administrator’s manuals specific for paper testing. BRAILLE – Braille print version; district places order with DRC, shipped to school LP – Large Print version; request from district, allow 6-8 weeks for processing, VI services delivers to school *POD – Print-on-Demand version, standard font size, for Summative ELA & Math; download and print on site, special permissions required *PAPER – Paper, standard font size, for Science; order from DRC, shipped to school *Standard print formats are appropriate for students who cannot test online for various reasons including home-hospital, certain health impairments (e.g. seizures, D/HH), and adjudicated students. Does not require that a student has an active IEP or 504 Plan (as in the case of adjudicated students, off-site suspension). Jan-Feb 2019

2/25/2019 DRC Slide 47 Accommodations/DS *WCSD – Submit file to Assessment Support noting accommodations and designated supports (DS) to be assigned to students. Embedded testing accommodations (& DS) must be flagged prior to adding students into test sessions. Verify accommodations (and DS) have been assigned under Student Management. Accommodations are noted on the test ticket. Departments > Assessment > Test Session Resources and Forms “Edit Student” pop-up screen Jan-Feb 2019

2/25/2019 DRC Slide 48 Text-to-Speech Selecting Accessibility Features * * * Documented Need Consistent for Instruction and Assessment Regularly Used by Student Allowed for Specific Test Text-to-Speech (TTS) for test directions, test questions, and answer options is a designated support for all grades and all content areas. Text-to-Speech for ELA passages (TTSPASSAGES = TTS support + TTS for ELA Passages) is a testing accommodation allowed in grades 6–8 (Summative ELA) and HS (EOC ELA Part 2). Text-to-Speech for ELA passages for grades 3–5 is a special accommodation that requires NDE approval. If approved, test is administered on paper and accommodation is provided by a human reader. Discuss how to make sure this is enabled. Slide removed about TSM installation. Be strategic in selecting accommodations or designated supports. Too many features can be confusing and may hinder performance. Jan-Feb 2019

Speaking/Speech Recognition Software (Speech-to-Text/STT)
DRC Slide 49 Speaking/Speech Recognition Software (Speech-to-Text/STT) The DRC INSIGHT system does not currently support embedded integration of commercially available applications for speaking/speech recognition (dictation). The NDE testing accommodations form states that student’s utilizing speech- to-text will use their own assistive technology devices. Speech-to-text must be documented on the testing accommodations form for IEP and 504, and flagged in eDIRECT. Special district/state approval is needed for non-IEP/504 students requiring use of STT software. Student responses must be transcribed into the INSGHT test engine by a licensed Nevada educator, trained in Nevada test security and test administration procedures, who has signed the Confidentiality Agreement form, and following procedures provided in the Test Administrator’s Manual.

INSIGHT Security Features
Nevada Administration Training Sessions 2/25/2019 DRC Slide 55 INSIGHT Security Features Desktop Lockdown: During testing, the system locks the desktop preventing copying, pasting, or printing of screen images. The system also blocks access to other applications and prevents interference from automatic software processes such as virus scans. Prevention of Test Submission from Multiple Machines: This feature prohibits two students from using the same login at the same time. When more than one login is detected, a warning message will appear and the student will be directed to ask for assistance. Inactivity Timeout Feature: The system will timeout and close the test after a defined period of inactivity (e.g., no mouse movement or typing for 20 minutes). The application will display an inactivity countdown clock and timeout warning message prior to logging the student out of the test and closing the application. Jan-Feb 2019

DRC INSIGHT Desktop Icon & Test Launch Screen
Nevada Administration Training Sessions 2/25/2019 DRC Slide 57 DRC INSIGHT Desktop Icon & Test Launch Screen Jan-Feb 2019

Test Tickets Contain Log In Details Follow Test Security Procedures!
DRC Slide 58 Test Tickets Contain Log In Details Follow Test Security Procedures! Test Tickets are generated after students are added to test sessions. eDIRECT > Test Management – View test sessions; Print test tickets and a testing roster prior to testing. (TC) Test tickets are secure materials. DO NOT share login credentials electronically (i.e. do not ). SIGN OUT/IN test tickets each day. Return all used and unused test tickets to test coordinator as directed and before the end of the school day. COLLECT test tickets after students successfully login to each test/test part. ACCOUNT FOR every test ticket prior to dismissing students from testing room. NEW! Improved Passwords* – Randomized eight character (numbers & letters) passwords to make memorization more difficult. *No change to 1819 EOC ELA logins; password = 4-letter word + 4-digit number.

Test Tickets Contain Log In Details
DRC Slide 59 Test Tickets Contain Log In Details Test Name Student Name/ID Login Details Accommodation Test ticket and test roster indicate enabled accommodation(s). If the required accommodation(s) (or designated support) is not listed on a student’s ticket, do not allow the student to test. TA – notify test coordinator; TC – contact Assessment Support.

Test Log In Screen in INSIGHT
DRC Slide 60 Test Log In Screen in INSIGHT 2019 NV Administrations Sample Test Ticket

Confirmation Screen in INSIGHT
Nevada Administration Training Sessions 2/25/2019 DRC Slide 61 Confirmation Screen in INSIGHT Welcome (confirmation) screen. TAM script directs students to check the following facts: First name, middle initial, and last name Test name Test session name School name State student ID (10-digit) Local student ID (7-digit) Verify the student has logged into the correct test. If information is NOT CORRECT, immediately “Exit.” When exited at this point, test will not be started. Verify test ticket for student. Jan-Feb 2019

INSIGHT Test Directions
Nevada Administration Training Sessions 2/25/2019 DRC Slide 62 INSIGHT Test Directions Before seeing any test questions, the student will go through instructions on how to respond to the test. The Test Administrator will read these instructions out loud using scripts in the Test Administrator’s Manual. Jan-Feb 2019

Online Tools and Navigation
Nevada Administration Training Sessions 2/25/2019 DRC Slide 63 Online Tools and Navigation BEFORE TESTING, provide students with practice opportunities: Online Tools Training (OTT) – Practice and Training Tests DRC INSIGHT Online Assessments Tutorials Jan-Feb 2019

Using the eDIRECT Assessment Management System
DRC Slide 64 Using the eDIRECT Assessment Management System

Using the eDIRECT System Science, Summative, NAA, EOC (ELA Part 2)
DRC Slide 65 Using the eDIRECT System Science, Summative, NAA, EOC (ELA Part 2) eDIRECT is DRC’s assessment management system. It is a permission-based portal that allows district/school personnel to manage test administration in the following ways: Access documents and training materials (School, District) Order additional materials (School, District) Add/move students; update student information (District) Register students for test sessions (District) Select/flag online accommodations and testing codes (District) View/print test tickets; view/download students (School, District) View score reports (School, District)

DRC Slide 66 eDIRECT Home Page

2/25/2019 DRC Slide 67 eDIRECT Helpful Hint Don’t forget to select the appropriate administration when you begin working with eDIRECT. Jan-Feb 2019

DRC Slide 68 Using eDIRECT to Manage Student Information and Test Participation Status

eDIRECT is Used for Data Validation
Nevada Administration Training Sessions 2/25/2019 DRC Slide 69 eDIRECT is Used for Data Validation *Every student in eDIRECT must be accounted for, tested and not tested. Schools will use eDIRECT to: Verify students are provided with needed accommodation (or DS) Access and print test tickets Monitor student testing status District (Assessment Support) will use eDIRECT to: Update student information based on enrollment in Infinite Campus Select accommodations/DS for students as requested by school Mark testing codes* for students who have not tested based on information provided by schools and in Infinite Campus Identify invalidation status for situations of irregular administration Jan-Feb 2019

eDIRECT is Used to Enable Accommodations & Designated Supports
DRC Slide 76 eDIRECT is Used to Enable Accommodations & Designated Supports Accommodation (or designated support) information must be selected/flagged before adding students into test sessions (and before printing test tickets). Accommodations/designated supports available for Science, Summative, and EOC (ELA Part 2) administrations. Schools will submit completed WCSD template with student information and needed accommodation(s) or designated support(s) identified for each assessment. Assessment Support will update accommodations/DS in eDIRECT. Schools can use filter options in Student Management to easily find which students have accommodation/DS codes. Accommodation/DS codes appear on the student test ticket.

2/25/2019 DRC Slide 77 Test Accessibility Designated Support (online): TTS – Text-to-Speech for all grades, all content areas; test directions, test questions, and answer options; no ELA passages Accommodation (online): TTSPASSAGE – Summative ELA gr 6-8 or EOC ELA Part 2-Writing; test directions, test questions, answer options, and ELA passages CC, VSL – Closed Caption & Video Sign Language, both VSL and CC must be selected (Summative ELA CAT & PT) VSL – Video Sign Language (Math CAT, Math PT, and Science) Paper administration: Student responses must be transcribed into INSIGHT test engine AFTER test is completed, and no later than May 17. BRAILLE – Braille print version; contact Assessment Support, ships from DRC to school LP – Large Print version; contact Assessment Support, VI services delivers to school *POD – Print-on-Demand version, standard font (Summative ELA & Math) *PAPER – Paper version, standard font (Science, EOC ELA Part 2) DRC Information: The flagged accommodation will apply to all applicable sessions for the selected test administration. Only ONE accommodation or designated support may be enabled for each test administration. The Test Administrator must transcribe student responses from print/accommodated materials into the INSIGHT test engine, after logging into INSIGHT using the student’s test ticket. *Standard print formats are available for students who cannot test online (not VI). Not restricted to IEP/504 (as in case of adjudicated students, off-site suspension). Jan-Feb 2019

Not Tested Codes Document Reason for Non-Participation
Nevada Administration Training Sessions 2/25/2019 DRC Slide 78 Not Tested Codes Document Reason for Non-Participation Throughout and near the end of the testing window, not tested codes must be flagged for students not participating in a specific administration. A “Reason Not Tested” code must be applied to every non-participating student in eDIRECT. Students cannot be deleted from the system. Assessment Support will manually code not tested students based on information provided by schools and in Infinite Campus. Schools can use search functions in eDIRECT to find which students haven’t tested and need to be updated with this information Reason Not Tested codes include: Absent, Not Enrolled, NAA, Other, Home School, Out of State, and Special Circumstance. Note: Students with a documented “test refusal” are coded “Other” for all tests and considered a non-participant for school accountability ratings. . Note: Students cannot be removed or deleted from a test administration and every student must be assigned to all grade level test sessions for that administration. Because of this, every student not tested must be coded with the applicable reason. Jan-Feb 2019

Non-Participating or Not Tested
Nevada Administration Training Sessions 2/25/2019 DRC Slide 79 Non-Participating or Not Tested All students enrolled in a test administration in eDIRECT must be assigned to all available test sessions for their grade level. Students not participating in the assessment will be added to specially named test sessions (“DO NOT USE”). Do not print or use test tickets for students not participating (e.g. taking the Alternate Assessment, not enrolled, other). Testing codes provide the reason a student does not test. Jan-Feb 2019

Reporting Testing Irregularities
DRC Slide 80 Reporting Testing Irregularities Contact Assessment Support to report incidents during testing. Complete and submit the online “Report of Testing Irregularity.” The district will invalidate test record(s) for instances of student cheating or due to other irregularities per the NDE.

Data Validation Not Tested and Invalidation Codes
Nevada Administration Training Sessions 2/25/2019 DRC Slide 81 Data Validation Not Tested and Invalidation Codes Not Tested codes and Invalidation flags are visible on the Testing Codes tab for individual students (Edit Student screen). Schools will be required to respond to inquiries from Assessment Support and provide requested documentation as needed for data validation in eDIRECT. The window for managing student information in eDIRECT will lock at the end of the data validation period. All student changes and test codes must be finalized by May 29, 2019. Jan-Feb 2019

2/25/2019 DRC Slide 83 Test Sessions* *Each “Assessment” = 1 Test Session *1 Test Ticket per 1 Test Session Administration Assessment Test Sessions Participation Science Gr 5 Science (two parts) OR Gr 8 Science (two parts) 1 Test Session per grade level =1 Ticket per student ALL students in grades 5 and 8 Summative (Smarter Balanced) Gr (3-8) ELA (CAT) Gr (3-8) ELA Performance Task (two parts) Gr (3-8) Math (CAT) Gr (3-8) Math Performance Task 4 Test Sessions per grade level =4 Tickets per student ALL students in grades 3-8 Each assessment is assigned through a test session. Test sessions may be named individually. One test ticket per student is generated for each test session/assessment. Summative Tip: Students must log in to BOTH the CAT and PT test sessions for a content area to be counted for participation (e.g. Math CAT+Math PT = Participation-YES). Jan-Feb 2019

WCSD Slide Test Sessions* *Each “Assessment” = 1 Test Session *1 Test Ticket per 1 Test Session Administration Assessment Test Sessions Participation Science HS Science (two parts) 1 Test Session =1 Ticket per student 9th grade students currently enrolled in or previously completed high school Biology/Life Science course ALL 10th grade students who have not yet tested (this will include NAA students who will be coded with reason not tested) End of Course Final Exams (EOC) ELA Part 2 (writing) ALL students enrolled in English 4 (10th grade/sophomore English) aligned courses; goes with ELA Part 1 (reading) paper test HIGH SCHOOL

Monitoring Students During Testing
DRC Slide 87 Monitoring Students During Testing During the testing window, you can monitor student progress and test session status in eDIRECT.

Monitoring Test Sessions and Student Progress
DRC Slide 88 Monitoring Test Sessions and Student Progress TIP: All “Locked” and “In Progress” tests will submit for scoring after the state testing window ends. Student Status tabs – Student progress is reported as: Not started – no log in recorded In Progress – student logged in, test started, but test session not yet ended Locked – test started, but not submitted (fixed-form only; CAT does not lock) Complete – student logged in, test was started and ended by submitting OR all items were answered and test ended (CAT); the start time, end time, and duration of the test session are displayed Session Detail – Test session status is reported as: Not started – no students in the test session have started testing In Progress – at least one student in the test session has started testing Complete – all students in the test session have completed testing and submitted their tests for scoring

Monitoring Student Progress
DRC Slide 89 Monitoring Student Progress View All – Student Status Tab TIP: If a student does not resume an “In Progress” test or the test cannot be resumed, no action is needed.

Monitoring Student Status Individual Student View
DRC Slide 90 Monitoring Student Status Individual Student View Under Manage Students, you can search for a specific student and see that student’s status for all his/her test sessions (by administration).

Monitoring Session Progress
DRC Slide 91 Monitoring Session Progress From the Test Sessions screen – view all test sessions for each administration and status of each test session: Not Started, In Progress, or Completed. If any student in a session is in Not Started or In Progress status, the test session status will show “In Progress.” Students not tested due to absence, NAA participation, or no longer enrolled will always show “Not Started” status. All students enrolled in eDIRECT must be assigned to all available test sessions for their grade level. Students cannot be deleted from the system. Students not testing must be flagged with a testing code (reason not tested).

Monitoring Session Progress Status Summary
DRC Slide 92 Monitoring Session Progress Status Summary Test Sessions: Status Summary This view shows the number of students in each status category for each session.

Practice Opportunities
DRC Slide 93 Practice Opportunities

Student Practice Opportunities
Nevada Administration Training Sessions 2/25/2019 DRC Slide 94 Student Practice Opportunities Online Tools Training (OTT) Interactive training tests with sample questions showing different item types. Select “Audio” version to practice using embedded text-to-speech (TTS). Practice Tests (Summative only, within the OTT) Developed by Smarter Balanced. Grade level specific with separate “CAT” (not adaptive) and Performance Task sessions. Practice all item types including listening (ELA), multiple-choice, short answer, technology enabled, and performance tasks. Online Assessments Tutorials Video with voice-over of how to take the tests, use test tools and basic test navigation. Can be accessed individually or viewed as a group. Note: INSIGHT and TSM software must be installed to access OTTs. Video tutorial can be viewed via eDIRECT and does not require software installation, but does require eDIRECT login. Jan-Feb 2019

How to Access the OTT and Assessments Tutorials
DRC Slide 95 How to Access the OTT and Assessments Tutorials Access through DRC INSIGHT secure browser installed on student testing devices. Publicly accessible versions of the Online Tools Training (OTT) training and Summative practice tests, and Assessments Tutorials are available via the WBTE portal. Note: Google Chrome is the only supported browser for the publicly accessible version of the DRC INSIGHT portal to the OTT.

NV DRC Help Desk Email Address: NVHelpDesk@datarecognitioncorp.com
DRC Slide 96 NV DRC Help Desk Address: Phone Number:

WCSD Slide Q&A District Test Director Contact Information Dr. Sandra Aird, Director of Assessment WCSD Assessment Support Team Phone: Hours: 7:30A – 4:00P

Nevada Alternate Assessment Testing Window/Timelines
DRC Slide – NAA Regional Nevada Alternate Assessment Testing Window/Timelines February 7, 2019 – Materials Arrive to Districts/Schools February 7-20, 2019 – Test administrators may access early viewing of materials for preparation February 7-May 21, 2019 – Additional Materials Ordering Window February 7-May 30, 2019 (District) – eDIRECT Test Setup Available (for Student Data Management) February 21-May 17, 2019 – Test Administration Window March 4-May 17, 2019 – Transcribe (enter) student responses into DRC’s INSIGHT May 23-30, 2019 – Complete Materials Accountability form; Package and return materials (including transferred videos) to DRC New students who enroll by April 20, 2019 and qualify for the NAA must participate in the full assessment.

New for 2019 Nevada Alternate Assessment
DRC Slide 7 New for Nevada Alternate Assessment This test is administered on paper but all student responses must be entered into DRC INSIGHT to be scored. Scannable Answer Documents Eliminated No paper scanning of answer documents. Sites will receive generic Student Response Collection Sheets that should be used to collect student responses during test administration. Online Collection and Submission of Student Responses All student responses must be transcribed into DRC’s INSIGHT online test engine in order to be scored. Student Data Validated in eDIRECT Student data (demographics, participation codes) captured and validated in eDIRECT throughout testing window.

Nevada Alternate Assessment for Grades 3-8 & 11
DRC Slide 29 Nevada Alternate Assessment for Grades 3-8 & 11 The Nevada Alternate Assessment (NAA) is an alternate assessment for students with significant cognitive disabilities to demonstrate knowledge in each content area. Only students who meet the eligibility requirements should participate in the NAA (See TCM pp3-4). All test items are aligned to the NVACS Connectors. ELA and Math are tested in Grades 3-8 and 11. Science is assessed at Grades 5, 8 and 11. Students taking the NAA do not participate in the Nevada CRT (Science or Summative Smarter Balanced) or ACT with Writing.

Nevada Alternate Assessment Testing Times
DRC Slide 30 Nevada Alternate Assessment Testing Times The NAA test is administered in a one-on-one session. The test administrator will mark a student’s response to each question or note if the student does not respond to the question. Administration of the NAA test must be video recorded. Student videos are returned to DRC along with all other materials received from DRC. The NAA is an untimed assessment and may be administered over several days, as many as are needed. Students may take as much time as needed to complete the assessment. Breaks should be given based on the student’s individual needs.

NAA – Test Security NAA-TCM page 9
DRC Slide – NAA Regional NAA – Test Security NAA-TCM page 9 The NAA is a secure standardized assessment. The following steps must be taken to safeguard security of test materials: Locked, secure storage must be provided for all secure testing materials. Locked storage must be accessible to only the Principal, Test Coordinator, and authorized Test Administrator. Test Booklets and Student Response Booklets must not be distributed (for administration) until the prescribed testing window (TA early viewing, Feb 7-20). DO NOT copy, reproduce, or take notes on test items. Disclosure of test content is strictly prohibited by state law.

DRC Slide – NAA Regional NAA – Test Security NAA-TCM page 9 Test items must not be copied or reproduced without the written consent of the publisher and the Nevada Department of Education. Early administration or administration of the NAA examination to a person who is not eligible to take that examination is a testing irregularity. Testing window: Feb 21-May 17 A log of security barcode numbers must be maintained for each transfer of secure test materials. Consult with Assessment Support regarding transfer of students after test has been started. Students must be supervised by licensed personnel while having access to the test. All required materials must be provided at the testing location.

DRC Slide – NAA Regional NAA – Test Security NAA-TCM page 9 Additional materials, beyond those specified in the test administration instructions or approved by an IEP team, must not be provided for students to use during a test administration. The Test Administrator must account for all test materials, including Test Booklets, Student Response Booklets, Student Response Collection Sheets, and any other materials used for the examination. Upon completion of testing, Test Administrators must return all test materials to the School Test Coordinator in a timely manner, but no later than the end of the testing window for the examination. Materials to be returned include Test Booklets, Student Response Booklets, any auxiliary materials, Student Response Collection Sheets, and the student video file CDs, DVDs, or USB flash drives.

NAA – Test Material Kits
DRC Slide – NAA Regional NAA – Test Material Kits Each grade-specific test kit contains: Test Booklet Also known as the Teacher Booklet or Administrator’s Guide ELA Student Response Booklet Math Student Response Booklet Science Student Response Booklet Grades 5, 8, & 11 only Each grade level test kit can be used to test 3* students (in the same grade level) who take the NAA. *A separate student response collection sheet must be used for each student.

DRC Slide – NAA Regional
NAA – Special Order Materials Single-Sided Response Booklets and Braille ELA Passages Accommodations used during testing must align with what the student uses on a daily basis during classroom instruction and assessment. Single-Sided Student Response Booklets – printed on card stock, packaged unbound so pages can be cut apart; support the student’s response mode (i.e., eye gaze or picture exchange). Visually Impaired and can read contracted Braille – grade-level specific booklets of Braille translations of the independently read ELA passages are available. Contact WCSD Assessment Support for assistance in requesting special order materials.

WCSD Slide NAA – Manuals (TAM, TCM) TCM=Test Coordinator’s Manual / TAM=Test Administrator’s Manual References: TCM pp3-4– Students eligible for the NAA, six questions to guide decision on participation TCM pp5-6 – Responsibilities Before, During, After TCM p12 – Testing Irregularities; report incidents to Assessment Support TAM pp24-30 – Administration Quick Reference Guide (for use during testing) TAM pp36-40 – Accommodations Guidelines The NAA is designed to allow maximum access to students with significant cognitive disabilities. Accommodations for testing must align with what the student uses on a daily basis during classroom instruction; must be documented in the student’s IEP.

Student Response Collection Sheet
DRC Slide – NAA Regional Student Response Collection Sheet Responses entered on the Student Response Collection Sheet will not be scored. All student responses must be transcribed into DRC INSIGHT by May 17. Order additional “SRCS” through eDIRECT Additional Materials application. TA uses “SRCS” to mark student responses DURING test administration. AFTER testing is completed in one or all content areas, THEN TC may check-out the student’s test ticket to the TA. Only the teacher who administered the assessment or the School Test Coordinator can transcribe responses into INSIGHT. “SRCS” (TCM pp19-21)

WCSD Slide NAA – Test Sessions* *Each “Assessment” = 1 Test Session *1 Test Ticket per 1 Test Session Administration Assessment Test Sessions Participation Alternate (NAA) Grade (03, 04, 06, 07; two content areas, ELA- Math) OR Grade (05, 08, 11; three content areas, ELA- Math-Science) 1 Test Session per grade level = 1 Ticket per student Alternate eligible students in grades 3-8 & 11 Note: All students from the November pre-ID must be tested or coded with reason not tested Remember: -Students will take test on paper. -Test administrators will use the student test ticket to log in to DRC INSIGHT and enter student responses. A “not tested” code will be applied to students in the November pre-ID file (pre-loaded into eDIRECT) who are no longer eligible for the alternate or not enrolled. Alternate eligible students not included in the fall pre-ID will be added to eDIRECT.

Transcribe Responses Welcome & Test Selection Screens
DRC Slide – NAA Regional Transcribe Responses Welcome & Test Selection Screens Verify student name and grade level are correct and match the assessment completed by the student. Make sure the response collection sheet you are transcribing is for that student! Select the correct content area. Once a content area test is submitted, you will no longer be able to select that part of the test.

Transcribe Responses Sample Item in INSIGHT
DRC Slide – NAA Regional Transcribe Responses Sample Item in INSIGHT If for any reason you must temporarily stop transcribing before completing the test, select “Pause”, and “Exit” the test. Do not leave an active test unsupervised. Help with navigation and test directions. Review/End Test – skip to the end to review your progress Pause – temporarily stop and exit test; log back in with test ticket Flag – to mark an item for review later and before submitting

Transcribe Responses Review Screen and Submit Button
DRC Slide – NAA Regional Transcribe Responses Review Screen and Submit Button If all item boxes are checked, then all items have been answered.

VIDEO RECORDING Instructions – TAM pp15-20
DRC Slide – NAA Regional VIDEO RECORDING Instructions – TAM pp15-20 Administration of the assessment must be video recorded and submitted for scoring. Assessments are scored a second time by a validation scorer. It is imperative the validation scorer is able to verify student responses from viewing the video. Video Recording Perspectives Should Provide: Clear, unobstructed view of Student Response Booklet or work surface. Audible verbal response; audio must capture answers, unobstructed by background noise. Definitive eye gaze.

VIDEO RECORDING Best Practices
DRC Slide – NAA Regional VIDEO RECORDING Best Practices BEFORE Administration TA – Acquire video equipment and become familiar with using the video equipment. TC – Coordinate additional support as needed. TA – Practice video recording equipment setup and be able to replicate at test time. TA/TC – Practice saving video files to secure location designated by the school (complete as soon as first test is complete). DURING Administration TA – Ensure equipment is in good working order before each successive assessment administration. TA – Record the test administration only once. Re-recording will result in invalid scores. TA/TC – Store video equipment used for testing in secure cabinet with test materials.

VIDEO RECORDING Best Practices
DRC Slide – NAA Regional VIDEO RECORDING Best Practices AFTER Administration TA & TC – Ensure all videos are properly labeled and saved to secure location until September 30 of the current testing year, and after all scores have been released. TA & TC – After transferring the video files to the CD, DVD, or USB flash drive (USB flash drives preferred). Ensure the actual video files are saved and not just shortcuts to the files. TA & TC – Clearly label each CD, DVD, or USB flash drive with the student’s name and State Student ID. TA & TC – Always verify that ALL test administration videos will open and play on a computer different from the computer on which the files were originally saved.

VIDEO RECORDING Instructions – TAM pp15-20
DRC Slide – NAA Regional VIDEO RECORDING Instructions – TAM pp15-20 Naming and Organization of Video Files (see TAM p17): Acceptable File Formats:

VIDEO RECORDING Student Video Envelopes
DRC Slide – NAA Regional VIDEO RECORDING Student Video Envelopes Video envelopes provided by DRC for packaging student videos for return. EACH STUDENT’S VIDEOS SHOULD BE PLACED IN A SEPARATE ENVELOPE. Use the Pre-Assigned Student Video Envelope that has been labeled with a Student Pre-ID Label, OR if no envelop was received for a student, use an Overage Student Video Envelope and clearly fill in the student information fields on the envelope. For students not participating or no longer enrolled, return pre-assigned video envelopes empty. Test Coordinators may order additional envelopes through eDIRECT.

Returning Test Materials NAA-TCM pp22-27
DRC Slide – NAA Regional Returning Test Materials NAA-TCM pp22-27 TC – Package Student Videos Envelopes and Nonscorable Test Materials Place Student Video Envelopes into a DRC return box and seal using heavy-duty packing tape ensuring the flaps marked A and B are visible. 1 box for returning materials – pack all materials together with videos on top (and cushioned). Use only the pink DRC label on flap A and a UPS Return Service label on flap B. 2 or more boxes for returning materials – separate videos and nonscorable materials (test booklets, etc.). Use the pink DRC label on flap A for video returns. Use a white DRC label on flap A for nonscorable materials returns. Affix a UPS Return Service label to flap B. Use heavy-duty packing tape and “H”-taping method. Keep boxes secured until handed off to UPS (May 20-30).

DRC Slide – NAA Regional Returning Test Materials NAA-TCM pp22-27 Sample UPS Return Service (RS) Label Make note of the UPS tracking number for each box shipped to DRC. Tip: Take a picture of each used shipping label and save to your NAA folder.

DRC Slide – NAA Regional Returning Test Materials NAA-TCM pp22-27 ALL TEST BOOKLETS, STUDENT RESPONSE BOOKLETS, SINGLE-SIDED STUDENT RESPONSE BOOKLETS, BRAILLE PASSAGES, AND ALL OTHER SECURE TEST MATERIALS RECEIVED FROM DRC, MUST BE RETURNED TO DRC. NOTE: Manuals, Student Response Collection Sheets, Test Tickets, and Packing Lists may be securely destroyed at the school site. Return deadline (hand-off to UPS): May 30, 2019 Drop off at a UPS location or UPS pick-up from your school site by Thursday, May 30th will guarantee on-time return.

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