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1. FCAT PRETEST WORKSHOP SPRING 2011
2. Contact Information Cherie Boone - px# 48855 (434-8855) e-mail: boone@palmbeach.k12.fl.us Tom Cornman - px# 42499 (681-2499) e-mail: cornman@palmbeach.k12.fl.us Ken Morris - px# 45155 (684-5155) e-mail: morris@palmbeach.k12.fl.us Vanessa Ferrell - px# 48355 (434-8355) e-mail: ferrellvan@palmbeach.k12.fl.us Jackie Johnson - px# 45282 (684-5282) e-mail: jacquej@palmbeach.k12.fl.us
3. Madison Bailey Launel Born 12/22/10 in Frankfurt, Germany
4. FAA and CELLA Dates Florida Alternate Assessment Materials can be returned to the Test Distribution Center (TDC) any time after you have completed testing February 18, 2011 at 4:00 pm: Deadline to return FAA materials to the TDC CELLA Dates February 28 - March 3, 2011: Anticipated dates for schools to receive materials March 7 - April 8, 2011: CELLA Administration Window April 8, 2011 at 4:00 pm: Deadline to return CELLA materials to the TDC
5. FCAT Mini Presentations Topics such as: Receiving Your Test Materials Returning Your Writing Materials Returning Your Reading, Mathematics and Science Materials Returning Home Education Materials Returning McKay Scholarship Materials Returning Virtual Materials Returning Your Large Print, One-Item-Per-Page, and Braille Materials Setting Up Your Computer-Based-Testing Will be posted on the Assessment website as they become available
6. FDOE Training Materials Link Training materials are available online at: www.pearsonaccess.com/fl Support tab
7. Writing Daily Test Administration Schedule
8. Retake Daily Test Administration Schedule * Computer-Based SSS Reading Retakes will only be administered at schools that chose that option last fall
9. RMS Daily Test Administration Schedule
10. RMS Daily Test Administration Schedule
11. RMS Daily Test Administration Schedule The FDOE has allowed districts, if necessary, to use April 26-28, 2011, to accommodate the needs of students whose observance of religious holidays conflicts with testing.
12. Reading, Mathematics, & ScienceDaily Test Administration Schedule Grade 10 Mathematics Computer-based ONLY Paper-based versions will be provided to students with allowable paper-based accommodations One 160-minute session Scheduled 10 minute break after 80 minutes Individual breaks, as needed Mathematics sessions may begin on Day 3
13. What’s New for the 2011 FCAT Writing Writing prompt has been removed from the Writing Folder There are now three parts to the Writing Assessment Writing Folder Writing Prompt Sheet Planning Sheet
14. What’s New for the 2011 FCAT Writing NO barcode numbers on the Writing Folder or Prompt Sheet Used prompt sheets are still considered secure materials and must be collected after testing Maintain a record of required administration information New Administration Record/Security Checklist No field for security numbers Fields added for verifying that students have returned each type of secure document (Writing folders, prompt sheets, and planning sheets) Packages of Writing Prompt Sheets may be opened on the day of testing or on the evening before testing, but NO EARLIER
15. What’s New for the 2011 FCAT Writing Writing PreID labels and rosters will arrive in districts two weeks prior to test administration and will not be included in the test materials shipment. Test Group Code box has been added to the inside front cover of the Writing Folder. Large print Writing Folder is now 4 pages instead of 8 pages.
16. What’s New for the 2011 FCAT/FCAT 2.0Writing, Reading, Mathematics, & Science Students will participate in the following assessments: FCAT 2.0 Reading Grades 3 – 10 students FCAT 2.0 Mathematics Grades 3 – 8 students No comprehensive Mathematics assessment for Grade 9 students FCAT Mathematics Grade 10 students FCAT Writing Grades 4, 8, 10 students FCAT Science Grades 5, 8, 11 students FCAT Reading Retake and/or Mathematics Retake Retained Grade 10 and Grades 11-AD students
17. What’s New for the 2011 FCAT/FCAT 2.0Writing, Reading, Mathematics, & Science (continued) Student Grid Sheets and PreID labels Ethnicity Category Indicates whether a student is Hispanic or Latino Grid Y for Yes OR N for No Y or N is printed on student labels next to Hisp/Latino Race Category Grid Y for Yes OR N for No next to each category Y may be gridded for more than one Race category Race code(s) are printed on student labels next to Race
18. What’s New for the 2011 FCAT/FCAT 2.0Writing, Reading, Mathematics, & Science (continued) First school box in each school’s shipment is a white box with a red stripe for easy identification. Schools will no longer be selected as Calibration schools. No BLUE labels will be produced or distributed Schools can access the Administration Record/Security Checklist with pre-populated security numbers of secure documents in PearsonAccess.
19. What’s New for the 2011 FCAT/FCAT 2.0Reading, Mathematics, & Science (continued) New Braille ruler for Grades 3 and 4 students. Rulers will be included in the Braille test materials kits. Session 4 of Grades 3 and 4 Mathematics contains items that require a ruler. Rulers should not be distributed for Session 3 Rulers will be provided on perforated sheets with other test materials Do not cut the edges of the ruler!
20. What’s New for the 2011 FCAT/FCAT 2.0Reading, Mathematics, & Science (continued) Sample Test Materials Regular print are provided in online format ONLY http://fcat.fldoe.org/fcatsmpl.asp Large print and Braille are provided as paper copies Can be used at any time, up to the day before the test, so that students become familiar with the format of the test(s).
21. Reminders for the 2011 FCAT/FCAT 2.0Writing, Reading, Mathematics, & Science Schools are required to adhere to the District approved daily testing schedule. Test administrators are required to use ALL of the allotted time in each test session and should not end a session early. Exception: time accommodated students may be dismissed after regular allotted time but before “extended time” complete as long as the students feel that they have “finished” A student with the accommodation of extra time must complete one session before continuing to the next session. If a student starts a test and leaves school without finishing (for an appointment, illness, etc.), he/she will NOT be allowed to complete the test.
22. Reminders for the 2011 FCAT/FCAT 2.0Writing, Reading, Mathematics, & Science (continued) Students may not have any electronic or recording devices at their desks, in their pockets, or anywhere they can reach them during testing, even if the devices are turned off or the students do not use them. If a student is found to be in possession of ANY electronic device(s) during testing, his or her test must be invalidated in order to successfully enforce this policy. Inappropriate actions by school or district personnel before, during, or after test administration may result in consequences such as test invalidations and/or loss of teaching certification. Carefully read the Test Security Policies and Procedures to ensure that you are following the correct procedures. School administrators, school assessment coordinators, test administrators, and proctors are required to sign an FCAT/FCAT 2.0 Administration and Security Agreement. Test administrators must NOT administer the FCAT/FCAT 2.0 to their family members.
23. Reminders for the 2011 FCAT/FCAT 2.0Writing, Reading, Mathematics, & Science (continued) Forms and materials located at www.PearsonAccess.com/fl under the Support tab Comment Forms Student (CBT only) Test Administrator School Coordinator District Coordinator Ensure that comment forms are reviewed before testing and complete them after testing. Training Materials Administration Record/Security Checklist Materials Return List Special Documents Materials Return List Missing Materials Form Test Irregularities and Security Breaches Form Braille Scripts
24. Reminders for the 2011 FCAT/FCAT 2.0Writing, Reading, Mathematics, & Science (continued) Make-up Testing Is required All security and administration procedures must be followed The test script MUST be read verbatim in its entirety District Assessment Coordinator, School Assessment Coordinator, and Test Administrator checklists are printed on perforated pages in the back of the manual.
25. Students to be Tested Writing: Grades 4, 8, and 10 Reading: Grades 3–10 Mathematics: Grades 3–8 and 10 Reading and Mathematics RETAKE Tests: Grades 11–Adult students who have NOT passed the Grade 10 FCAT in Reading and/or Mathematics Retained Grade 10 students with ANY Grade 10 FCAT Reading and/or Mathematics score on file Certificate of Completion students GED/FCAT Exit Option students Science: Grades 5, 8, and 11
26. Students to be Tested (continued) Home Education Program students MAY participate in the FCAT administration appropriate for their grade-level (Grades 3–10) MAY take the FCAT Science test (Grade 11) May NOT take the Retake test McKay Scholarship Program students In PRIVATE schools MAY participate In PUBLIC schools MUST participate May NOT take the Retake test
27. Students to be Tested (continued) Our District’s Virtual Instruction Program Students All grades MUST participate English Language Learners (ELLs) ALL Grades 3–11 ELLs MUST participate in FCAT Reading and Writing. All Grades 3–11 ESE students take the appropriate FCAT unless their IEP indicates an alternate assessment.
28. Retained 10th Graders Writing Test all Reading Only test those who have not passed Mathematics Only test those who have not passed
29. Retained 11th Graders Science Test all Retake Reading Only test those who have not passed Retake Mathematics Only test those who have not passed
30. Students to Be Tested - Other Programs Hospital – Homebound Contact Tom Orloff - px# 45192 (684-5192) Test at home school Test at McKesson building Test at student’s home
31. Accommodations Must be in the student’s IEP (Individual Educational Plan) or 504 plan (Students under Section 504 Of The Rehabilitation Act) Must not alter content Must be in use in the classroom Must be in use prior to FCAT For Paper-Pencil Testing Allowable accommodations Must be gridded on answer document by teacher Used not allowed LEP ESE 504 Regular Temporary
32. Accommodations (continued) For Computer-Based Testing Available on computer Flexible presentation Flexible responding Flexible setting Flexible scheduling Paper-based Accommodations (Must be documented on the student’s IEP or Section 504 plans) Regular print Large print Braille One-Item-Per-Page Reading Passage Booklets
33. Accommodations (continued)
34. Accommodations (continued) Accommodated CBT Forms administered through TestHear(Flexible Presentation must be documented on the student’s IEP or Section 504 plan) Large Print 18-point font Color Contrast White Text/Black Background Black Text/Beige Background Black Text/Light Green Background Zoom 1x, 1.25x, 1.5x, 1.75x, 2x, 2.25x, 2.5x, 2.75x, 3x, 3.5x, 4x, 5x, 6x, 7x, 8x, 10x. Screen Reader text-to-speech audio presentation TestHear is a separate computer-based system that runs on Windows PC workstations Macintosh workstations that can run Windows and Mac OS 10.5 or later (e.g., via Boot Camp)
35. Preidentified Student Labels Verify that the student is still enrolled and will be tested. Verify the accuracy of the information. Five elements MUST be correct on a student PreID label for all non-Retake paper-pencil tests: Student name Student ID number District number School number Grade level Four elements MUST be correct on a student PreID label for RETAKE: Student name Student ID number District number School number
36. Incorrect or missing PreID Information Incorrect elements on a student label that has been affixed to an UNUSED answer document Student grid sheet of a non-preidentified document MUST be gridded with the correct elements Document with incorrect label affixed should be returned with the NOT TO BE SCORED materials Incorrect elements on a USED answer document Student must, under the supervision of the test administrator, transfer his/her exact responses into a replacement answer document Ensure the replacement has the same form code for the following:
37. Sample Student Label Affix the label in the box in the lower left corner of the student grid sheet. Do not remove labels once they have been affixed. Do not place a label over another label.
38. Affixing Student Labels Schools may open shrink-wrapped packages and affix student labels to documents under these conditions: Only the school coordinator and persons designated by the principal (school board employees) may open shrink wrapped packages. Secure booklets must not be opened Students are not permitted to handle test documents The labels must be affixed by these persons in a locked office and the books/folders must not be opened. All materials must be returned to locked storage until the morning of testing.
39. Student Grid Sheet Registration Mark Student Information (must be completed by the student) Grade Level/Content Assessed Form Code Security Number Area Student Demographic Information Student Label Area Timing Tracks School Use Only DNS and UNDO bubbles Registration Mark
40. Pregridding Codes District/School number 50 + your school’s district number 5 0 1 2 3 4
41. Pregridding Codes (continued) Social Security Number/Florida Student Number 5 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 X SSN + X 50 + district student number
42. Test Invalidation Policies and Procedures A test MAY be invalidated if any of the following circumstances occur: A student becomes ill and is unable to finish, OR a student is not allowed the correct amount of time. A student was given an accommodation not allowed on the FCAT. A student was given an accommodation not on the student’s IEP, Section 504 plan, or LEP plan. A student was not given an allowable accommodation listed on the student’s IEP, Section 504 plan, or LEP plan. An error occurs in test administration or procedures that could compromise the validity of the test results (e.g., students had access to an unauthorized visual aid that gave an unfair advantage).
43. DO NOT SCORE (DNS) & UNDO Bubbles Writing Sample Reading, Mathematics, & Science Samples There is one DNS bubble and one UNDO bubble for each test in an answer document. Answer Document Containing One Test Answer Document Containing Two Tests
44. Refuse to Write/Attempt The student who enters the testing room but refuses to take the test. If the student makes no marks on the test other than the student grid sheet Student will count for participation. The student will be counted as “Not Attempted.” DO NOT invalidate Return with the To Be Scored documents
45. Placement of Security Numbers The Security Number will appear in these spaces.
46. Security Log Schools are required to maintain an accurate Security Log for each testing room. Anyone who enters a room for the purpose of monitoring a test MUST sign the log for that testing room. Applies for a short break, regardless of how much time he/she spends monitoring a testing room. A perforated Security Log can be found in Appendix C of the manuals. Blank document can also be found at www.PearsonAccess.com/fl under the Support tab. Required for both paper/pencil and CBT
47. Security Numbers A security number consists of a nine-digit number followed by a check digit. Written documentation of the number ranges must be maintained at all times during distribution and return of materials. Pre-populated Administration Record/Security checklist is provided with a list of security numbers for all secure documents assigned to each school A blank copy of the checklist is provided as a perforated page in Appendix C of the manuals. Make your own Security number(s) of the document(s) assigned to and returned by each student should be recorded and verified at the completion of each day of testing.
48. Test Group Code Unique four-digit number created and assigned by test coordinator Used to identify groups of students tested together Initial testing and make-up Use only once for each subject area Students enter group code on answer document as indicated in scripts
49. Administration Record/Security Checklist (continued) Pre-populated version of the form that can be downloaded from PearsonAccess into Excel.
50. Administration Record/Security Checklist Blank version of the form (located in Appendix C of the manual)
51. Testing Location Considerations Use classrooms whenever possible. Make sure that each room is free of distractions and has Comfortable seating Good lighting Sufficient workspace Adequate ventilation and free of distractions Avoid testing in a cafeteria, gymnasium, auditorium, or library whenever possible.
52. Testing Location Considerations (continued) Make sure that: students are not facing each other when seated at tables. students are not in seating (stadium or staggered) that allows them to easily view other students’ answers. there is at least three feet between students. Remove or cover all visual aids on student desks or displayed in the room, such as posters showing mathematical and scientific concepts. It is highly suggested that seating charts be kept for every testing room
53. Supervise Test Administration During testing, ensure that students: have cleared their desks of all materials except the appropriate test materials (mechanical pencils, ink pens, highlighters, crayons, colored pencils, markers, correction fluid, etc., are NOT permitted) do not have books, notes, scratch paper, or electronic devices of any kind (including, but not limited to, cell phones, pagers or electronic games) during testing, even if they do not use them
54. Supervise Test Administration (continued) During testing, ensure that students: do not talk or make any disturbance are working independently are working in the correct session and recording their answers in the appropriate area do not make stray marks near the answer choice bubbles. This is especially critical when students are testing in a combination test and answer book. Stray marks near the bubbles may interfere with the scoring of the document.
55. Supervise Test Administration (continued) Do not: talk with students about any test item help students answer any test item While you may encourage students to continue working, you may not talk with them about the prompt or test items or help them with their responses.
56. Supervise Test Administration (continued) For example: a student finishes the test before the allotted time has elapsed, the test administrator or proctor: may encourage them to go back and check their work. may not read or comment on responses, may not help plan what to write may not provide information that would help infer the correct answer (such as suggesting that the student might want to review their work on specific items)
57. Supervise Test Administration (continued) Do not: check through books return books to students after they have been collected
58. Supervise Test Administration (continued) Do not: discuss test items or answers with students even after all test materials have been returned and testing has ended
59. Supervise Test Administration (continued) Do: Check student grid sheets to ensure the following: No stray marks are in the preidentified/security number area No stray marks or writing appear outside designated areas DNS and UNDO bubbles are accurate
60. Supervise Test Administration (continued) If student reports an error with an item: DO NOT read item note the grade level, content area, form code, item number, and basic student concern (e.g., two possible answers, no correct answer, etc.). encourage the student to reread the item most concerns result from students who don’t read an item carefully Encourage the student to answer the item to the best of his/her ability and continue with the test Once testing has ended, inform Cherie who in turn will notify the FDOE with this information. The item will be investigated.
61. FCAT Test Administration and Security Agreement The signer has read, understands, and agrees to abide to all test administration and security procedures outlined in local training and in the FDOE test manual.
62. Proctors & Packing Teams
63. Proctors
64. Proctors
65. Packing Teams School’s Responsibilities: Make sure school materials are prepared for the Packing Teams when they arrive. Assume the leadership role in all packing activities. Supervise the packing teams at all time. Packing teams should not be left alone to work independently. Attempt to solve any discrepancies the packing teams may encounter.
66. Packing Teams (continued) Packing Team Responsibilities Work under the supervision of the school test coordinator. Confirm the counts of secure test materials from the school. Immediately notify the school test coordinator of any discrepancies. Assist the school test coordinator in the packing of the test materials.
67. Packing Teams (continued) Packing Team Responsibilities Complete all Packing Team paperwork documenting the return of secure test materials. Provide a copy of the Packing Team documentation to the school test coordinator. Fax a copy of the Packing Team paperwork to the Test Distribution Center and pony the originals to Student Assessment.
68. Ordering Additional Materials Materials can be ordered online from the Assessment Website online ordering process Choose pick-up or delivery If delivery, may take up to a week to receive

69. Preparing Materials for Return

70. Reminder To ensure that student scores are reported on schedule, materials MUST be packaged according to instructions. Mispackaged materials will delay reporting of student results. Mini presentations containing detailed instructions for the return of materials will be available online.
71. What Goes Where – To Be Scored? To Be Scored answer documents Peach Labeled Boxes All To Be Scored Grade 3 Test and Answer Books All To Be Scored Retake Test and Answer Books Red Labeled Boxes All To Be Scored Grade 4, 8 & 10 Writing Folders All To Be Scored Grade 4-11 Answer Documents Yellow Labeled Boxes Unused Writing Folders Unused Answer Documents Unused Test and Answer Books Used and Unused Test Books Any defective answer document DNS’d District Coordinators Box All Writing Prompt Sheets All Used and Unused Planning Sheets Originals of all required documentation All Administration Manuals Unused forms and paper bands
72. Return Documents
73. Document Count Forms Receive preidentified Document Count Forms for your schools materials. Receive blank count form for the special programs. Use one per grade level/subject of To Be Scored answer documents You must use the originals. DO NOT photo copy this form.
74. Paper Bands Used to secure To Be Scored answer documents in to stacks. All information MUST be completed.
75. Return Shipping Labels
76. Preparing Materials For Return
77. Returning Your Test Materials Detailed mini presentations with instructions on how to prepare and pack your materials will be posted on the Assessment website.
78. Returning Writing and Retake Materials
79. Parking Lot Drop-Off Locations 3/4/11 - FCAT Writing 4/7/11 - FCAT Retakes 1:00 p.m. to 300 p.m. South Area Office – Calusa Elementary Central Area Office – John I Leonard High West Area Office – SR 715 Belle Glade Crestwood Middle – Royal Palm Beach (cafeteria parking area) North Area Office – Lincoln Elementary (guest parking lot) Test Distribution Center – Any time during the testing window
80. Packing Team/Pick Up Schedule – Reading, Math & Science Elementary Schools Packing Team: Tuesday, April 26, 2011 Pick Up: Wednesday, April 27, 2011 Middle & High Schools Packing Team: Wednesday, April 27, 2011 Pick Up: Thursday, April 28, 2011 Late make-ups
81. Questions?

82. Spring 2011Computer-Based Test

    Grade 10 MathematicsReading & Mathematics Retakes
83. Glossary of Terms PearsonAccess – www.pearsonaccess.com/fl A website used for almost all test preparation (e.g., PreID), setup, administration, and reporting tasks. Correct test administration must be selected each timeyou log in. Requires a username and password Links to support materials:
84. Glossary of Terms (continued) PearsonAccess Training Center Accessed from the Training Center tab on PearsonAccess Home page. Provides an opportunity to Practice PearsonAccess tasks Manage the Infrastructure Trial in preparation for testing Requires a username and password.
85. Glossary of Terms (continued) Proctor Caching is a process of loading or “caching” test content locally on a computer at the school level. Does not require a separate caching server and can run on any workstation on the network that meets minimum requirements. Proctor caching software is provided by Pearson. Reduces test delays due to network congestion. Provides students with a more seamless testing experience. Required for all FCAT/EOC computer-based testing in Florida. Proctor Caching Network Diagram
86. Glossary of Terms (continued) TestNav 6.9 (TestNav) Platform that Florida will use for computer-based statewide assessments. Software application installed either on a file server or on each computer that will be used for testing.
87. Spring 2011 Computer-BasedTest Administration Schedule
88. Spring 2011 Computer-BasedTest Administration Schedule (continued) FCAT Retakes Mathematics Retake - Untimed Computer-based test (CBT) ONLY Paper-based versions will be provided to students with allowable paper-based accommodations. CBT sessions may be scheduled during the entire one-week testing window selected by the district. Reading Retake - Untimed Paper-based or Computer-based Paper-based: Districts may choose any one day during the selected testing window and all schools must test on that day. Computer-based: Sessions may be scheduled during the entire one-week testing window selected by the district.
89. Spring 2011 Computer-BasedTest Administration Schedule (continued) Grade 10 Mathematics Computer-based ONLY A paper-based version will be provided to students with allowable paper-based accommodations and to students in Department of Corrections facilities, excluding DJJ facilities. One 160-minute session Scheduled 10-minute break after 80 minutes Individual breaks, as needed Mathematics sessions may begin on Day 3
90. What’s New for Spring 2011Computer-Based Testing Practice Tests Students are required to participate in a practice test at the school using the script provided in the CBT test administration manual. Practice test is delivered using an ePAT (electronic practice assessment test). ePAT is available for student to practice on their own Accommodated forms will be available in the computer-based platform (e.g., large print, color contrast, zoom, screen reader). Accessed using TestHear software, which is similar to TestNav 6.9 software but provides accommodations and allows the use of assistive devices. After participating in a practice test, students can request an FCAT hand-held calculator to use on the day of testing.
91. What’s New for Spring 2011Computer-Based Testing (continued) Ratio of proctors to students required for computer-based testing is one proctor for every 25 students. Grade 10/Retake FCAT Mathematics Reference sheet is provided in the CBT platform, TestNav 6.9. Schools may provide hardcopy reference sheets to students. Hardcopy reference sheets must be single-page, double-sided photocopies of the reference sheet that is in Appendix D of the CBT manual. Mathematics Work Folder is now called Florida Computer-Based Testing Work Folder.
92. Materials Needed for Testing Student Authorization Tickets (secure materials) Session/Test/Location Student Name Date of Birth Student ID Blank for Student Signature URL Login ID Test Code (password) Students need a Login ID and Test Code (password) for each test session. Students need a pencil or pen to sign their tickets.
93. Samples (3 types) Of Printed Student Authorization Tickets Detail View/Single Ticket Grid View/6 Tickets List View/3 Tickets
94. Materials Needed for Testing (continued) Required Administration Information The following information is required: Students assigned to your room Student Name and Student ID Number Attendance Information P=Present, A=Absent, W=Withdrawn, P/I=Present but Invalidated Accommodations provided Codes are in the Spring 2011 Computer-Based Test Accommodations Guide for Grade 10 Mathematics and Reading & Mathematics Retakes Test Group Code (to identify groups of students tested together) Grade Level Signatures of test administrator and school assessment coordinator and dates for when secure materials (e.g., Work Folders, Student Authorization Tickets, Session Rosters, Reading Passage Booklets, Mathematics Reference Sheets) are received and returned
95. Materials Needed for Testing (continued) Test Group Codes Unique four-digit number Identifies a group of students tested together Florida Computer-Based Testing Work Folders A blank piece of yellow 11x17 paper folded in half that students use to work Mathematics problems Reading Passage Booklets (Accommodation) Students are eligible if their IEPs or Section 504 plans include this accommodation Booklets contain Reading passages but do not contain test items Students will respond to test items on the computer
96. Materials Needed for Testing (continued) Calculators Computer-based Mathematics tests have a built-in, four-function calculator (TI-108). Students may request to use a hand-held FCAT calculator instead of the built-in TI-108 calculator after participating in the CBT practice test. Reference Sheets Computer-based Mathematics tests have a pop-up window that includes the Grade 10/Retake FCAT Mathematics Reference Sheet. Schools may provide paper copies of reference sheets to students; however, school must make their own copies.
97. Proctors *It is recommended that a proctor be assigned to a room with 25 or fewer students whenever possible.
98. DNS Test Invalidation Policies and Procedures Purpose of test invalidation is to identify when the validity of test results has been compromised. Test administrators should discuss situations involving possible invalidation with the school assessment coordinator and the situation should be investigated immediately. A test MUST be invalidated if any of the following circumstances occur: A student has an electronic device during testing. A student is cheating during testing. A student is disruptive during testing. Situations involving possession of electronic devices, possible cheating, or disruptive behavior should be investigated and discussed with the school assessment coordinator and site administrator before a final invalidation decision is made.
99. Test Invalidation Policies and Procedures (continued) A test MAY be invalidated if any of the following circumstances occur: A student becomes ill and is unable to finish, OR a student is not allowed the correct amount of time. A student was given an accommodation not allowed on the FCAT. A student was given an accommodation not on the student’s IEP, Section 504 plan, or ELL plan. A student was not provided an allowable accommodation listed on the student’s IEP, Section 504 plan, or ELL plan. An error occurs in test administration or procedures that could compromise the validity of the test results (e.g., students had access to an unauthorized visual aid that gave an unfair advantage).
100. Practice Test (ePAT) All students MUST participate in a practice test (approximately 45 minutes) prior to taking the computer-based Retake. Recommend completing at least three weeks prior to administration. Provide students with URL so they can practice on their own www.FLAssessments.com/ePAT. About the ePAT Sample test will prepare students for types of items in the Reading and Mathematics Retake tests. Familiarizes students with Mathematics Reference sheets Online tools Process of responding to items on the computer Practice test items are not intended to replicate the difficulty of the items on the test. Work Folders and Reading Passage Booklets will not be provided for practice tests. Instruct students to bring their own scratch paper and pencils/pens.
101. School Assessment CoordinatorChecklist – Before Testing Read the test administration manual. Read the Test Administration Policies and Procedures and sign the FCAT CBT Administration and Security Agreement. Train Test Administrators and Proctors and ensure that they, as well as all school administrators, sign the FCAT CBT Administration and Security Agreement. Receive test materials from district assessment coordinator; inventory materials within 24 hours of receipt; and report missing materials or request additional materials. If your school will provide paper reference sheets (Mathematics tests only), ensure an adequate supply is available for all students. Communicate the process for collecting required administration information to test administrators. Distribute test group codes to test administrators.
102. School Assessment CoordinatorChecklist – Before Testing Make arrangements to test any special program students (district virtual instruction programs, Home Education Program, etc.) who may be testing at your school. Assign proctors, as needed. Ensure that appropriate test settings are available for all test sessions. For students who require special accommodations at your school, discuss with test administrators how accommodations will be provided. Verify student information and create test sessions in PearsonAccess. Distribute Session Rosters and Student Authorization Tickets on the day of testing Complete any Computer-Based Assessments Certification district readiness activities as directed by FDOE.
103. School Assessment CoordinatorChecklist – During Testing Ensure that test sessions have been started in PearsonAccess. Provide test administrators with additional materials, as necessary. Monitor each testing room to ensure that test administration and test security policies and procedures are followed. Security Logs are being properly completed and required administration information is being collected. Be available during testing to answer questions from test administrators. In PearsonAccess, monitor session status and resume students’ tests, if necessary. Arrange for and supervise make-up administrations.
104. School Assessment CoordinatorChecklist – After Testing Verify that all distributed secure materials have been returned. Report any missing materials to your district assessment coordinator and conduct the necessary investigation. Make copies of all collected required administration information and Security Logs and file the copies. In PearsonAccess, stop test sessions and invalidate student tests, if necessary. In PearsonAccess, record accommodations actually used by students. Organize materials and return them to your district assessment coordinator. Complete the CBT School Assessment Coordinator Comment Form.
105. Questions?