1

PARCC Paper-based Testing; Administration Training for

Test Administrators

Introduction

2

By the end of this training module, users will better understand:• PARCC’s most common acronyms;• State-by-State Appendix;• Test schedule and testing times;• Security policies and protocols;• Tasks to complete before, during, and after testing; and• Available resources and options to receive support.

PARCC Acronyms

3

• Commonly Used PARCC Acronyms for Paper-based Testing• Test Administrations, Schedules, and Testing Times • Tasks to Complete Before, During, and After Testing• Resources• Support

Commonly used PARCC Acronyms

4

Acronym Name Acronym Name

CBT Computer-Based Test PARCC Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers

CCR College and Career Ready PBA Performance-Based Assessment

CCSS Common Core State Standards PBT Paper-Based Test

ELA English Language Arts PNP Personal Needs Profile

ELA/L English Language Arts/Literacy SEA State Education Agency

EOY End of Year SRI Student Registration Import

LEA Local Education Agency STC School Test Coordinator

LP Large Print TA Test Administrator

LTC* LEA Test Coordinator TAM Test Administrator Manual

TCM Test Coordinator Manual

*Note: District Test Coordinators will be referred to as LEA Test Coordinators throughout this presentation.

Directory Interaction

Click the Interaction button to edit this interaction

State-by-State Appendix

5

• Test Administrator Manual (TAM) for Paper-based Testing

• Appendix C: State Policy Addendum

Test Administrations, Schedules, and Testing Times

6

• Commonly Used PARCC Acronyms for Paper-based Testing• Test Administrations, Schedules, and Testing Times • Tasks to Complete Before, During, and After Testing• Resources• Support

PBA Test Administration Flowchart

7

Note: This diagram illustrates grades 6-8.

EOY Test Administration Flowchart

8Note: This diagram illustrates grade 7 and high school.

Test Schedule

9

2015 Spring Testing Windows for Paper-based Testing

Test windows differ by state. Check with your state for more information. It is the Test Administrator’s responsibility to understand the school testing schedule.

Guidelines for Administration Time

10

Guidelines for Administration Time

TaskTime to be

Allotted for an Administration

Preparing for testing (includes reading instructions to students and answering questions) 10 minutes

Distributing test material 5 minutes

Unit testing time 60–90 minutes*

Completing end-of-unit activities, including closing units and collecting test materials 5–15 minutes

*Depending on unit and subject—refer to Unit Guidelines and Schedule table in the Test Administrators Manual for each Unit Time.

Guidelines for Administration Time

11

Guidelines for Administration Time (continued)

• Provide all students with the entire amount of Unit Testing Time.

• Once the Unit Testing Time has elapsed, the unit must end.

• A student may be allowed an extended time accommodations only if listed in his or her IEP, 504 Plan, or EL Plan.

• Refer to your School Test Coordinator for which script option to read regarding what is allowed if students finish early.

Make-Up Testing

12

Make-Up Testing

• Students who are absent, become ill, or who can no longer test because of classroom, school, or technical interruptions during original units, may utilize make-up testing.

• Students are not allowed to return to any portion of the test they have already completed.

• Test security and administration protocols apply.• Units may be taken out of order for make-up testing only.

Guidelines for Breaks

13

Breaks

• Between units, scheduled breaks should occur.

• During a unit, “stand-and-stretch” breaks may be permitted at the discretion of the Test Administrator.

Example EOY (ELA/L Administration):8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Unit 1

10:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. Scheduled Break

10:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Unit 2

Tasks to Complete Before, During, and After Testing

14

• Commonly Used PARCC Acronyms for Paper-based Testing• Test Administrations, Schedules, and Testing Times • Tasks to Complete Before, During, and After Testing• Resources• Support

1. At least one week before Testing:• Review the test administration manual and attend training to understand

policies and instructions for this test administration.• Sign a Security Agreement.• Prepare to administer accommodated tests, if necessary.• Administer the Paper-based Testing Sample Items and Tutorials.

15

Tasks to Complete Before Testing

2. One Day before Testing:• Prepare the testing environment.

16

Tasks to Complete Before Testing

Tasks to Complete the Day of Testing

17

On the Day of Testing:

1. Receive test materials. 2. Read the appropriate script.3. Distribute test materials to students.4. Keep time.5. Supervise and monitor test activity.6. Provide breaks, if applicable.7. Report testing Irregularity or security breaches.

During Testing: Security Breaches

18

Monitoring and Reporting Security Breaches and Testing Irregularities

1. All instances of security breaches and testing irregularities must be reported to the School Test Coordinator and subsequently, the LEA Test Coordinator.

2. The Form to Report a Testing Irregularity or Security Breach must be completed within two school days of the incident.

3. And remember, you should be prepared to provide a written statement of the incident to your School Test Coordinator should a security breach or testing irregularity occur.”

During Testing: Contaminated & Damaged Materials

19

Contaminated or damaged test materials must be replaced. 1. Stop testing, and record the time remaining, form number, item

and page number. 2. Follow medical emergencies procedure.3. Safely secure contaminated material in a re-sealable, plastic

bag with security barcode labels visible from the exterior. 4. Resume testing and inform students of remaining time.5. If ill student returns, provide student with same form of a new

Test Booklet and ensure the name of the student is recorded on the cover of the replacement.

During Testing: Safety Threats and Severe Weather

20

Know the Plan for Safety Threats and Severe WeatherTest Administrators and Proctors must:

1. Note the time of the disruption.2. Secure test materials as specified in your School Security Plan.3. Upon return, prepare students for the continuation of the unit. 4. Report a Testing Irregularity or Security Breach*.

* Check your state policy in the PARCC Test Coordinator Manual for state-specific procedures for reporting Safety Threats and Severe Weather.

Tasks to Complete After Testing

21

1. Collect materials and return to the School Test Coordinator.• Test Administrator Manual• Test Booklets • vendor-supplied mathematics reference sheets and calculators (if applicable)• used and unused scratch paper

2. Report accommodations usage and missing materials to the School Test Coordinator.

3. Complete a Test Administrator Survey after each administration.

Test your knowledge:

22

Who is responsible for preparing the testing environment?a. School Test Coordinator b. Technology Coordinator c. Test Administratord. Proctor

When will the Test Administrator receive test materials from the Test Coordinator?e. A week before testingf. Two days before testingg. The day of testing

Should Test Administrators sign a Security Agreement prior to handling test material?h. Yesi. No

Should the Test Administrators receive the school's test administration schedule and security plan from the School Test Coordinator?a. Yesb. No

Within how many school days must security breaches and testing irregularities be reported to the School Test Coordinator?a. 1b. 2c. 5

What are Test Administrators permitted to clarify during the test?a. General administration instructionsb. Test questionsc. Passagesd. All of the above

Quiz

Click the Quiz button to edit this quiz

Resources

23

• Commonly Used PARCC Acronyms for Paper-based Testing• Test Administrations, Schedules, and Testing Times • PearsonAccessnext Managing Test Session• Tasks to Complete Before, During, and After Testing• Resources• Support

Resources – Support Page

24

Resources – TAM and TCM

25

Test Administrator Manual (TAM) for Paper-based Testing http://parcc.pearson.com/(Under “Manuals and Documents”)• Appendix C: State Policy

Addendum

Resources – Accessibility Features and Accommodations

Accessibility Features and Accommodations Manual http://www.parcconline.org/parcc-accessibility-features-and-accommodations-manual

Accessibility Features and Accommodations Training Module:https://parcc.tms.pearson.com

26

Support

27

• Commonly Used PARCC Acronyms for Paper-based Testing• Test Administrations, Schedules, and Testing Times • PearsonAccessnext Managing Test Session• Tasks to Complete Before, During, and After Testing• Resources• Support

Contact PARCC Support for assistance with:

Support: PARCC Support

Accessing resources

Setting up proctor caching

Submitting additional orders

Inquiring about shipments

Navigating PearsonAccessnext

Navigating the Training Center

Managing Student Registration Data

Setting up units

Managing user IDs and passwords

Online Support and Resources: http://parcc.pearson.com/support

Call Toll Free: 1-888-493-9888 (5:00 am – 7:00 pm CT, Mon. – Fri.)

Email: PARCC@support.pearson.com

28

Support: State or LEA Support

Testing schedule

Testing accommodations

Unusual circumstances on test days

Violations of test security

School emergencies that affect testing

Questions about general testing policies

Questions about state communications

Contact your State or LEA Test Coordinator for assistance with:

29

30

Thank you