RDA/cb/2011 Training Objectives Be familiar with New Mexico Statewide Assessment Programs Understand test security and training requirements Know the basic.

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Training Objectives

Be familiar with New Mexico Statewide Assessment Programs

Understand test security and training requirements

Know the basic processes and procedures of test administration

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Required Training For school principals, test coordinators, test

examiners (teachers), and proctors (EAs) Training is required for any school personnel who

handle the assessments including office staff. Assessments include

• SBA: (Grades 3-8 and 11) • NMAPA: (Grades 3-12)• ACCESS: (K-12)• District Assessments

Sign-in, with a printed name, signature, and date on the Non-Disclosure Forms

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Required Training

A signature on the Non-Disclosure is the teacher’s consent that

• He/she knows how to administer the test.

• He/she knows what is required to administer the test.

• He/she will comply with the rules of test administration.

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Required Training

Two trainings a year required by NMPED Test Security (fall) and Test Administration (spring)

– Deadlines for Non-Disclosures:

• Elementary, Middle Schools & High School: Friday, October 21, 2011

• The test security training verification the original has to go to RDA, and copy must be kept at the school.

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Testing Windows

ACCESS: Jan. 16 – Feb. 24, 2012

NMSBAMar. 19 – Apr. 6, 2012

NMAPASept. 26 – Oct. 14, 2011 (High School)Jan. 9 – Feb. 10, 2012 (High School)Feb. 27 – April 6, 2012

NMHSCESep. 26 – Oct 14, 2011 and Jan. 9 – Jan 27, 2012

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NMAPA Trainings

This training is for the people who administer the NMAPA

Required for Test Administrators and second raters

January 30, 31 February 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 (2012) Locations to be announced

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What is new

Every school has to follow the district testing schedule

No field test items this year. Therefore only 2 reading sessions andOne form of the test

Writing for grades 3, 5 & 8 only Simplified accommodation codes Grayscale test

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4 Principles of Test Security

1. Protect the student

2. Protect the staff

3. Protect yourself

4. Protect the test

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TEST SECURITY

Upon receiving materials, immediately conduct a box count • Report any discrepancy to RDA via phone and

follow up with an email for documentation

Tests must be stored in a locked, secure area with limited access at all times

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Teachers must sign to receive test booklets Tests must be assigned to students and the

record must be given to RDA, as well as a copy kept by the Test Rep.

Please write the full name on the test booklet and the answer document

TEST SECURITY

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TEST SECURITY

All specified materials must be returned to RDA at or before the deadline

No one can review secure tests without prior approval and without signing the Non-Disclosure Agreement.

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Test Preparation (STC)

Provide training for all school personnel involved in test administration

Ensure sufficient supply of test materials is available

Pencils will be delivered with tests Provide TAs/Proctors list of

accommodations

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Test Preparation

Thoroughly read, review, and discuss the Test Examiner’s Manuals before administering the test.

Clarify staff questions DFAs will be available online before testing Materials at school before spring break

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More Test Preparation

Do arrange for make-up tests for all students who are absent.

The 95% Rule applies for all State Mandated Assessments for the total school population, as well the disaggregated groups:

• 5 ethnic categories • ELL• Special Education • FRPL

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Test Preparation Don’ts

Don’t use old tests as test preparation materials. Published sample questions are ok

Don’t photocopy or reproduce test items. Don’t use or make copies of any copyrighted

test preparation materials. Don’t use any actual test items as preparation

materials (changing the setting or numbers,

paraphrasing the item, or rewording the item).

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Test Administration Do’s

Do follow all directions for a standardized administration.

Do proctor actively and be attentive Do remove instructional materials (e.g.,

multiplication tables) from test settings during testing.

Do have test monitors in the halls to assist with emergencies or to obtain additional test materials.

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More Test Administration Do’s

Do return test materials each day to the testing coordinator for secure overnight storage.

Do keep records on unique situations that keep students from being tested.

Do report suspected testing irregularities immediately to the test rep, the principal and RDA (Chris Brunder)

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More Test Administration Do’s

Do post conspicuous signs near copy machines warning that tests cannot be copied.

Do refer parents who request to view the test to RDA.

Do arrange for make-up tests for all students who are absent.

Do return tests for shipping to RDA immediately after testing is completed.

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Test Administration Don’ts

Don’t discuss items on a test with other teachers.

Don’t use items from the test to teach concepts to students.

Don’t let students leave the room and return to continue on the same subtest.

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More Test Administration Don’ts

Don’t give students breaks or allow them to talk in the midst of a subtest.

Don’t let students take cell phones out during test administration.

Don’t leave tests unattended in an unlocked room.

Don’t test students on different subtests at the same time.

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More Test Administration Don’ts

Don’t leave students alone in the room when they are testing.

Don’t help or coach students with test answers.

Don’t suggest that students rethink an answer or provide hints.

Don’t change a student’s answer or direct a student to change an answer.

• According to state regulation a teacher’s license can be either suspended or revoked for a testing irregularity

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More Test Administration Don’ts

Don’t permit students to use any unauthorized materials during the test administration.

Don’t take test booklets or answer documents off campus.

Don’t permit students to leave the room with testing materials for any reason.

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Allowable Accommodations Allowable accommodations are identified in the Student

Assessment Accommodation Manual for use during the administration of the SBA

Accommodation and participation decisions will be made and documented by each student’s educational team

Use assessment accommodation(s) in daily instruction prior to the SBA administration

Make sure accommodations for one student do not interfere with other students

TAs bubble in accommodations actually used during testing after testing is completed

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Who can administer the test?

Only trained, certified staff are permitted to administer tests:– Licensed school instructors and administrators

– Teachers on waivers or intern licenses

– Long-term substitutes with a valid teaching license

– Coaches and contractors with a valid teaching license

– Licensed counselors and related service providers

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Who can proctor the test?

Any staff or community member who has been trained in proper test administration and test security may serve as a proctor.

Parents cannot proctor in their own child’s classroom.

Proctors can assist, but may not act as test administrators.

All proctors must sign a non-disclosure form.

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Thank You for your help! Questions? Call RDA (872-6870) Chris Brunder (872-6830, 363-4041) [email protected] Testing Warehouse (848-8751) Ann Lesley: [email protected]