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11/5/2015 2015-16 Keystone Exams & PSSA Accommodations Guidelines for Selection and Use of Accommodations for Keystone Exams and PSSA Tests November 6, 2015 John Machella, Bureau of Special Education Diane Simaska, Bureau of Curriculum, Assessment and Instruction 2015-16 Keystone Exams & PSSA Accommodations • This Power Point presentation is not a substitute for the detailed information in the Accommodations Guidelines document regarding the selection and use of accommodations for the Keystone and PSSA tests. Accommodations Guidelines 1
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Page 1: Guidelines for Selection and Use of Accommodations for ...€¦ · • This Power Point presentation is not a substitute for the detailed information in the Accommodations Guidelines

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Guidelines for Selection and Use of Accommodations for Keystone Exams

and PSSA Tests

November 6 2015

John Machella Bureau of Special Education Diane Simaska Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and

Instruction

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull This Power Point presentation is not a substitute for the detailed information in the Accommodations Guidelines document regarding the selection and use of accommodations for the Keystone and PSSA tests

bull Accommodations Guidelines

1

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Presentation Topics ndash State assessment system

ndash New for 2015-16

ndash Understanding test features versus accommodations

ndash Selecting accommodations

ndash Online assessment information

ndash Administering accommodations ethical practices and test security

ndash Frequent accommodations

ndash Important links and contacts

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Federal and state regulations and legislation aim to ensure access to grade-level standards for ALL students

bull Accommodations can be the vehicle to provide access to grade-level content

bull All students included in accountability model

bull Keystone Exams (end-of-course)

bull PSSA (grade-level achievement tests)

bull PASA (alternate assessment)

2

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

PASA Update and

New Information for 2015-16

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Test Window

ReadingMath Feb 15 2016 ndash March 25 2016 (media due April 4 2016)

Science Test Window May 2 2016 ndash May 27 2016

Writing No statewide test form student writing samples are individually created (by teacher) and scored (by teacher) and stored (in IEP folder)

Enrollment Period

ReadingMath September 28 2015 ndash Dec 11 2015

Science January 11 2016 February 5 2016

3

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Test Design based upon alternate eligible content

Alternate eligible content aligned with PSSA Assessment Anchors and eligible content

Implement policiesprocedures to enhance test security (NEW)

Participation in Test Administration modules (NEW)

Preferred option for Digital recording and uploading recordings Contact PASA to get enrolled

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

1 PASA- Examples of basic accommodations extra time manipulatives response methods presentation methodscalculator

2 PASA - adapted versions of the test andor materials as accommodations for students with certain disabilities Replacement skills for students who are deaf or hard of hearing Completely adapted set of skills (ie the tactual version of the test) for students with visual impairments Colored materials for students with visual impairments (or others who would benefit from it as an accommodation due to the nature of their disability)

3 PASA -other accommodations for certain disabilities enlarged materials braille amplification projectionmagnification

4 PASA - accommodations noted on the students IEP and supporting documentation form so that scorers understand what was done and why

4

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

PASA Required Training ReadingMath

bull Topic Test Administration bull Format Modules bull Location httpsrmpasadigitalcom bull Window December 4 2015-January 22 2016

PASA Additional Training

bull Enrollment of Students bull Uploading Video ndashDigital Districts

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

PASA Contact Information

All test materials are shipped from and returned to PASA Project at the University of Pittsburgh

bull Dr Naomi Zigmond ndash ReadingMath PASArmpittedu bull Dr Steven R Lyon ndash Science PASAscipittedu bull Enrollment training digital uploads wwwpasadigitalcom bull General PASA Information wwwpasadigitalcom

wwweducationpagov bull Science Updates wwwpasascienceorg

QUESTIONS

bull Dr John Machella jmachellapagov

5

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

New Scribing Guidelines for 2015-16 bull Allowable for students with a physical disability that severely limits

or prevents the studentrsquos motor process of writing typing or recording responses during testing including pain andor fracture

bull Allowable for students who have a documented disability in the area of written expression which results in significant interference in their ability to express their knowledge in writingkeyboarding even after varied and repeated attempts to teach the student to do so

bull Directions on how to scribe Pennsylvania Read‐Aloud and Scribing Guidelines for Operational Assessments are posted on Pennsylvania Department of Educationrsquos (PDE) and eDirect websites

bull The online test version is recommended to allow students as much independence as possible

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

New Scribing Guidelines for 2015-16 bull Allowable for all Keystone Literature Algebra and

Biology

bull Allowable for all PSSA Math and Science

bull Allowable for Grade 3 PSSA ELA multiple choice and short answer(s)

bull Only allowable as a unique accommodation for Grade 3-8 PSSA ELA writing prompt

bull Only allowable as a unique accommodation for Grades 4-8 PSSA ELA Text Dependent Analysis response(s)

bull LEAs must follow new guidelines for Scribing Unique Accommodation

6

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

New Scribing Guidelines for 2015-16 bull Student already uses scribing on day-to-day basis for

instruction and assessment

bull IEP team Section 504 Services Plan team or educational team determines that scribing (dictation) is essential for student access to test

bull OR student has current disabling injury

bull Complete and submit Scribing Unique Accommodation form to PDE at RA-accommodationspagov

bull No approval response from PDE will be given

bull Mark Other bubble and enter Supplemental Field code

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

New Scribing Guidelines for Grades 4-8 ELA bull Mark the Other bubble

bull Call or email PDE for Supplemental Data Field Code ndash 00testingpsupenpsuedu

ndash 717-787-4234 or 717-705-2343

7

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

New Scribing Guidelines for Grades 4-8 ELA bull Complete and submit the 2016 PSSA SCRIBING

UNIQUE ACCOMMODATION form

bull Email to ra-accommodationspagov

ED BAA Accommodations ltRA‐accommodationspagovgt

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Test Features

bull Extended time bull Directions read aloud

Accommodations

bull Frequent breaks bull Read aloud of all

items on math or science test

bull Extended time

8

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Learn about accommodations ndash Do not reduce expectations for learning

ndash Used during instruction and assessment

ndash Ensure a valid measure

bull Accommodations categories ndash Presentation

ndash Response

ndash Setting

ndash Timing

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Decision- Selection Must be making type documented

bull Based on individual need

bull Student IEP Team SupportTeam for 504 Plan ESL Team

bull May not invalidate the state assessment

bull Effectiveness must be evaluated

bull IEP bull 504 Plan bull ESL Plan bull Student

Record

9

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Decision-making ndash Consistent with standards-based IEP and full

participation in grade-level instruction

ndash Attempts to level the playing field to enable demonstration of knowledge and skills

ndash Ensures fair comparisons with other students taking the test

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Selection of accommodation type ndash Consideration of

bull Instructional tasks

bull Assessment anchors and eligible content

ndash More is not necessarily better

ndash Studentrsquos willingness to use bull Self-advocacy

ndash Enables independent learning bull Assistive technology

bull Online testing

10

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Documentation ndash IEP

bull Consideration of special factors Supplementary Aids and Services Present Levels Specially Designed Instruction

bull Section IV Participation in State and Local Assessments

ndash Chapter 15 Service Agreement (504 Plan)

ndash ESL Plan

ndash Student record

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Online testing advantages ndash Guarantees standardized provision of some accommodations

ndash Enables independent test taking

ndash Online tools provided for use as needed

ndash Can decrease number of test administrators

ndash Eliminates managing two booklets

ndash Computer format appealing to students

ndash Enlarges test page to fit an oversized monitor

DOES NOT REQUIRE THE ENTIRE CLASS SCHOOL OR DISTRICT TO TAKE THE ONLINE TEST

11

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Online testing considerations ndash Experience with computer-based learning

ndash Experience with online tools

ndash Practice with test tutorial

ndash Comfort with keyboarding skills (essay responses)

ndash Need for assistive devices

Can be very effective for some students who typically use a computer software program such as Read Write Gold Kurzweil etc

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Before administering accommodations ndash Accommodations used for assessment are also used

for instruction

ndash Students have participated in online tools training and online test tutorial

ndash Establish a clear communication process to ensure each student receives appropriate accommodations during testing

ndash Map out logistics

ndash Test administrators have been provided with clear documentation to ensure appropriate accommodations for each student

12

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull During administration ndash Test administrator adheres to specific

guidelines to ensure validity

ndash Online testers should not have easy view of other computer screens

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Ethical testing practices ndash Must be maintained throughout assessments

ndash Examples of unethical practices include bull Allowing student to answer fewer questions

bull Paraphrasing or offering additional information

bull Coaching during assessment or giving clues

bull Editing student responses

ndash PDE recommends additional proctor when teacher of record administers the test

13

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Test security ndash Involves maintaining confidentiality of test questions and

answers

ndash Becomes an issue when accessible formats are used and when someone other than student is allowed to see the test

ndash All student workfiles must be completely destroyed and deleted

ndash Qualified educational sign language interpreters and native language interpreters must sign confidentiality form

Important note regarding educational sign language interpreters

ndash Interpreters may not serve as the test administrator a separate test administrator is required

ndash Educational sign language interpreters must be provided with 3 days of dedicated time to effectively prepare

for the test

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Accommodations Tables

Table A

Non-IEP Students

IEP Students

ELL Students

Provided byonline system

Yes or No

Table B

Types ofaccommodations

allowable

Paperpencilandor online

Provided byonline system

Yes or No

14

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

TABLE A

ACCOMMODATION ANDOR TEST

FEATURE ALLOWABLE FOR

Non-IEP ALLOWABLE FOR

IEP504 ALLOWABLE FOR

ELL

PROVIDED BY ONLINE SYSTEM

(English Only)

Restrictions apply Must follow directions regarding implementation of accommodation andor test feature Amplification Device X X

With IEP504 X

Audio See ldquoAudiordquo and ldquoSmall Grouprdquo in Category Tables

X X X

Audio Recorder for Responses

X X With IEP504

Augmentative Alternative Communication Device

X X With IEP504

Braille X X With IEP504

Brailler Note Taker X X With IEP504

Calculators X

Changed Test Schedule

X

Color ChooserContrast

X X With IEP504

X

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Indicates online information

bull Indicates restrictions or special instructions

15

1152015

16

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

TABLE B PRESENTATION

ACCOMMODATION ALLOWABLE FOR PAPER

ALLOWABLE FOR ONLINE

PROVIDED BY ONLINE SYSTEM

Amplification Device

(eg hearing aid personal sound amplifier)

X X X Volume control only

Audio

This must be pre-ordered and downloaded separately

The online audio function is limited to individual students who have a documented need for the ENTIRE test to be read aloud

Requires the use of headphones andor one-on-one setting to eliminate distraction to others

The audio function is available for Section 1 of ELA Math Algebra Science and Biology tests in English only

X X English voice only

Individual words or phrases cannot be selected

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Guidelines for specific accommodations ndash Unique accommodations

bull Special circumstances

bull Might alter the construct or results

ndash Read aloud guidelines bull Entire test restrictions de-spiraling booklets

ndash Test administrators

ndash Extended time

ndash Computer adaptive technology

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Approvals for Unique Accommodations bull Not necessary for accommodations that are identified as allowable

in the Guidelines

bull Scribing requires submission of Scribing Unique Accommodation form and Supplemental Field code

bull Necessary for computer adaptive technology and other unique accommodations ndash Gather required information

ndash Contact PDE

ndash PDE provides request for approval form if needed

ndash Contact the Division of Instructional Quality by emailing 00testingpsupenpsuedu

ndash Call the Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction at 7177874234 or 7177052343

ndash Call the Bureau of Special Education

at 7177832311

17

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Concussion policy ndash If a student has been diagnosed with a concussive injury and

there is medical documentation within two weeks of the start of the testing window that states the student may not participate in standardized testing the student should be coded as ldquoRecent Medical Emergencyrdquo In all other instances involving concussive injuries and student nonparticipation the student should be coded as ldquoOtherrdquo Marking ldquoOtherrdquo has a negative impact on participation rate

ndash Documentation must be kept in student record

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Review of Allowable Read-Aloud bull Allowable for Keystone Algebra and Biology

bull Allowable for PSSA Math and Science

bull Allowable for multiple‐choice language questions and writing prompt (on individual basis) found in Section 1 of the ELA at Grades 3ndash8 as per restrictions specified in the Accommodations Guidelines

bull Allowable for the text‐dependent analysis question (TDA)(or a word or phrase from the TDA question) found at the end of Section 3 or Section 4 of the PSSA ELA for Grades 4ndash8 on an individual basis at student request

bull NOT allowable for any Keystone Literature passage or question

bull NOT allowable for any PSSA ELA reading passage multiple choice EBSR or Grade 3 short answer question(s)

bull Also available as audio presentation in online version

18

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Read aloud for math science section 1 of ELA Caution must be taken to allow all students the opportunity to be independent test-takers ndash Online or Paper Student simply raises hand and asks to have an item or part of

an item read aloud is not in a small group and is not identified as needing this as an accommodation Do not mark the bubble This is an occasional occurrence does not require an IEP and is regarded as a test feature

ndash Online Student requires a read aloud of all or much of the test it is documented and used on a regular basis the student may use the audio version of the online tests Online system records the use of the accommodation

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of some questions as requested it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-12 may not de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for some of the test read aloud

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of entire test it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-5 School Assessment Coordinator may de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for all of the test read aloud (Call DRC Customer Service for help with de-spiraling and the number of packets)

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Request for PASA narrative notes bullRequests must be made no later than Dec12 2015 (end of PASA Students enrollment window) to allow for review response and provision of assessment materials

bullComplete the Use of Narrative Notes on the PASA Enrollment Portal (wwwpasadigitalcom) for each student requiring the use of narrative notes

bullDocumentation in studentrsquos file must be available for possible assessment administration monitoring

bullAll requests for Narrative Notes will be submitted via the PASA student enrollment portal

19

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Supplemental resources ndash Tool 1 Guidelines for Selecting

ndash Tool 2 Guidelines for Using

ndash Tool 3 Studentrsquos Perspective

ndash Tool 4 Parentrsquos Input

ndash Tool 5 Documentation of Classroom Use

ndash Tool 6 After-Test Evaluation

ndash Tool 7 Assessment Accommodation Plan

20

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Important Links

ndash Pennsylvanias Accommodations Guidelines posted on PDErsquos website

bull Accommodations Guidelines

ndash National Center on Educational Outcomes (NCEO) Online Training to Improve Accommodations Decision Making posted on NCEOrsquos website

bull httpnceoinfoResourcestraining_modulesAccomm

ndash eDirect program tools and Pennsylvaniarsquos testing program information posted on the Standards Aligned System website

bull httpspadrcedirectcom

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information ndash Data Recognition Corporation Customer Service

bull 18004517849

bull Email pacustomerservicedatarecognitioncorpcom

ndash PASA Project Alternate Assessment bull Dr Naomi Zigmond ndash ReadingMath Email PASArmpittedu

bull Dr Steve Lyon ndash Science Email PASAscipittedu

ndash PaTTAN Specific Disability Information bull Hbg 8003607282 KOP 800 4413215 Pgh 8004465607

httpwwwpattannetcategoryAboutContact

ndash PDE Unique Accommodations bull Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction 7177874234

bull Bureau of Special Education 7177832311

bull Email 00testingpsupenpsuedu

21

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information

bull John Machella PASA jmachellapagov

bull Diane Simaska PSSA ELAKeystone LiteratureAccommodations dsimaskapagov

22

Page 2: Guidelines for Selection and Use of Accommodations for ...€¦ · • This Power Point presentation is not a substitute for the detailed information in the Accommodations Guidelines

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Presentation Topics ndash State assessment system

ndash New for 2015-16

ndash Understanding test features versus accommodations

ndash Selecting accommodations

ndash Online assessment information

ndash Administering accommodations ethical practices and test security

ndash Frequent accommodations

ndash Important links and contacts

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Federal and state regulations and legislation aim to ensure access to grade-level standards for ALL students

bull Accommodations can be the vehicle to provide access to grade-level content

bull All students included in accountability model

bull Keystone Exams (end-of-course)

bull PSSA (grade-level achievement tests)

bull PASA (alternate assessment)

2

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

PASA Update and

New Information for 2015-16

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Test Window

ReadingMath Feb 15 2016 ndash March 25 2016 (media due April 4 2016)

Science Test Window May 2 2016 ndash May 27 2016

Writing No statewide test form student writing samples are individually created (by teacher) and scored (by teacher) and stored (in IEP folder)

Enrollment Period

ReadingMath September 28 2015 ndash Dec 11 2015

Science January 11 2016 February 5 2016

3

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Test Design based upon alternate eligible content

Alternate eligible content aligned with PSSA Assessment Anchors and eligible content

Implement policiesprocedures to enhance test security (NEW)

Participation in Test Administration modules (NEW)

Preferred option for Digital recording and uploading recordings Contact PASA to get enrolled

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

1 PASA- Examples of basic accommodations extra time manipulatives response methods presentation methodscalculator

2 PASA - adapted versions of the test andor materials as accommodations for students with certain disabilities Replacement skills for students who are deaf or hard of hearing Completely adapted set of skills (ie the tactual version of the test) for students with visual impairments Colored materials for students with visual impairments (or others who would benefit from it as an accommodation due to the nature of their disability)

3 PASA -other accommodations for certain disabilities enlarged materials braille amplification projectionmagnification

4 PASA - accommodations noted on the students IEP and supporting documentation form so that scorers understand what was done and why

4

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

PASA Required Training ReadingMath

bull Topic Test Administration bull Format Modules bull Location httpsrmpasadigitalcom bull Window December 4 2015-January 22 2016

PASA Additional Training

bull Enrollment of Students bull Uploading Video ndashDigital Districts

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

PASA Contact Information

All test materials are shipped from and returned to PASA Project at the University of Pittsburgh

bull Dr Naomi Zigmond ndash ReadingMath PASArmpittedu bull Dr Steven R Lyon ndash Science PASAscipittedu bull Enrollment training digital uploads wwwpasadigitalcom bull General PASA Information wwwpasadigitalcom

wwweducationpagov bull Science Updates wwwpasascienceorg

QUESTIONS

bull Dr John Machella jmachellapagov

5

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

New Scribing Guidelines for 2015-16 bull Allowable for students with a physical disability that severely limits

or prevents the studentrsquos motor process of writing typing or recording responses during testing including pain andor fracture

bull Allowable for students who have a documented disability in the area of written expression which results in significant interference in their ability to express their knowledge in writingkeyboarding even after varied and repeated attempts to teach the student to do so

bull Directions on how to scribe Pennsylvania Read‐Aloud and Scribing Guidelines for Operational Assessments are posted on Pennsylvania Department of Educationrsquos (PDE) and eDirect websites

bull The online test version is recommended to allow students as much independence as possible

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

New Scribing Guidelines for 2015-16 bull Allowable for all Keystone Literature Algebra and

Biology

bull Allowable for all PSSA Math and Science

bull Allowable for Grade 3 PSSA ELA multiple choice and short answer(s)

bull Only allowable as a unique accommodation for Grade 3-8 PSSA ELA writing prompt

bull Only allowable as a unique accommodation for Grades 4-8 PSSA ELA Text Dependent Analysis response(s)

bull LEAs must follow new guidelines for Scribing Unique Accommodation

6

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

New Scribing Guidelines for 2015-16 bull Student already uses scribing on day-to-day basis for

instruction and assessment

bull IEP team Section 504 Services Plan team or educational team determines that scribing (dictation) is essential for student access to test

bull OR student has current disabling injury

bull Complete and submit Scribing Unique Accommodation form to PDE at RA-accommodationspagov

bull No approval response from PDE will be given

bull Mark Other bubble and enter Supplemental Field code

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

New Scribing Guidelines for Grades 4-8 ELA bull Mark the Other bubble

bull Call or email PDE for Supplemental Data Field Code ndash 00testingpsupenpsuedu

ndash 717-787-4234 or 717-705-2343

7

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

New Scribing Guidelines for Grades 4-8 ELA bull Complete and submit the 2016 PSSA SCRIBING

UNIQUE ACCOMMODATION form

bull Email to ra-accommodationspagov

ED BAA Accommodations ltRA‐accommodationspagovgt

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Test Features

bull Extended time bull Directions read aloud

Accommodations

bull Frequent breaks bull Read aloud of all

items on math or science test

bull Extended time

8

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Learn about accommodations ndash Do not reduce expectations for learning

ndash Used during instruction and assessment

ndash Ensure a valid measure

bull Accommodations categories ndash Presentation

ndash Response

ndash Setting

ndash Timing

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Decision- Selection Must be making type documented

bull Based on individual need

bull Student IEP Team SupportTeam for 504 Plan ESL Team

bull May not invalidate the state assessment

bull Effectiveness must be evaluated

bull IEP bull 504 Plan bull ESL Plan bull Student

Record

9

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Decision-making ndash Consistent with standards-based IEP and full

participation in grade-level instruction

ndash Attempts to level the playing field to enable demonstration of knowledge and skills

ndash Ensures fair comparisons with other students taking the test

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Selection of accommodation type ndash Consideration of

bull Instructional tasks

bull Assessment anchors and eligible content

ndash More is not necessarily better

ndash Studentrsquos willingness to use bull Self-advocacy

ndash Enables independent learning bull Assistive technology

bull Online testing

10

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Documentation ndash IEP

bull Consideration of special factors Supplementary Aids and Services Present Levels Specially Designed Instruction

bull Section IV Participation in State and Local Assessments

ndash Chapter 15 Service Agreement (504 Plan)

ndash ESL Plan

ndash Student record

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Online testing advantages ndash Guarantees standardized provision of some accommodations

ndash Enables independent test taking

ndash Online tools provided for use as needed

ndash Can decrease number of test administrators

ndash Eliminates managing two booklets

ndash Computer format appealing to students

ndash Enlarges test page to fit an oversized monitor

DOES NOT REQUIRE THE ENTIRE CLASS SCHOOL OR DISTRICT TO TAKE THE ONLINE TEST

11

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Online testing considerations ndash Experience with computer-based learning

ndash Experience with online tools

ndash Practice with test tutorial

ndash Comfort with keyboarding skills (essay responses)

ndash Need for assistive devices

Can be very effective for some students who typically use a computer software program such as Read Write Gold Kurzweil etc

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Before administering accommodations ndash Accommodations used for assessment are also used

for instruction

ndash Students have participated in online tools training and online test tutorial

ndash Establish a clear communication process to ensure each student receives appropriate accommodations during testing

ndash Map out logistics

ndash Test administrators have been provided with clear documentation to ensure appropriate accommodations for each student

12

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull During administration ndash Test administrator adheres to specific

guidelines to ensure validity

ndash Online testers should not have easy view of other computer screens

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Ethical testing practices ndash Must be maintained throughout assessments

ndash Examples of unethical practices include bull Allowing student to answer fewer questions

bull Paraphrasing or offering additional information

bull Coaching during assessment or giving clues

bull Editing student responses

ndash PDE recommends additional proctor when teacher of record administers the test

13

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Test security ndash Involves maintaining confidentiality of test questions and

answers

ndash Becomes an issue when accessible formats are used and when someone other than student is allowed to see the test

ndash All student workfiles must be completely destroyed and deleted

ndash Qualified educational sign language interpreters and native language interpreters must sign confidentiality form

Important note regarding educational sign language interpreters

ndash Interpreters may not serve as the test administrator a separate test administrator is required

ndash Educational sign language interpreters must be provided with 3 days of dedicated time to effectively prepare

for the test

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Accommodations Tables

Table A

Non-IEP Students

IEP Students

ELL Students

Provided byonline system

Yes or No

Table B

Types ofaccommodations

allowable

Paperpencilandor online

Provided byonline system

Yes or No

14

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

TABLE A

ACCOMMODATION ANDOR TEST

FEATURE ALLOWABLE FOR

Non-IEP ALLOWABLE FOR

IEP504 ALLOWABLE FOR

ELL

PROVIDED BY ONLINE SYSTEM

(English Only)

Restrictions apply Must follow directions regarding implementation of accommodation andor test feature Amplification Device X X

With IEP504 X

Audio See ldquoAudiordquo and ldquoSmall Grouprdquo in Category Tables

X X X

Audio Recorder for Responses

X X With IEP504

Augmentative Alternative Communication Device

X X With IEP504

Braille X X With IEP504

Brailler Note Taker X X With IEP504

Calculators X

Changed Test Schedule

X

Color ChooserContrast

X X With IEP504

X

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Indicates online information

bull Indicates restrictions or special instructions

15

1152015

16

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

TABLE B PRESENTATION

ACCOMMODATION ALLOWABLE FOR PAPER

ALLOWABLE FOR ONLINE

PROVIDED BY ONLINE SYSTEM

Amplification Device

(eg hearing aid personal sound amplifier)

X X X Volume control only

Audio

This must be pre-ordered and downloaded separately

The online audio function is limited to individual students who have a documented need for the ENTIRE test to be read aloud

Requires the use of headphones andor one-on-one setting to eliminate distraction to others

The audio function is available for Section 1 of ELA Math Algebra Science and Biology tests in English only

X X English voice only

Individual words or phrases cannot be selected

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Guidelines for specific accommodations ndash Unique accommodations

bull Special circumstances

bull Might alter the construct or results

ndash Read aloud guidelines bull Entire test restrictions de-spiraling booklets

ndash Test administrators

ndash Extended time

ndash Computer adaptive technology

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Approvals for Unique Accommodations bull Not necessary for accommodations that are identified as allowable

in the Guidelines

bull Scribing requires submission of Scribing Unique Accommodation form and Supplemental Field code

bull Necessary for computer adaptive technology and other unique accommodations ndash Gather required information

ndash Contact PDE

ndash PDE provides request for approval form if needed

ndash Contact the Division of Instructional Quality by emailing 00testingpsupenpsuedu

ndash Call the Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction at 7177874234 or 7177052343

ndash Call the Bureau of Special Education

at 7177832311

17

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Concussion policy ndash If a student has been diagnosed with a concussive injury and

there is medical documentation within two weeks of the start of the testing window that states the student may not participate in standardized testing the student should be coded as ldquoRecent Medical Emergencyrdquo In all other instances involving concussive injuries and student nonparticipation the student should be coded as ldquoOtherrdquo Marking ldquoOtherrdquo has a negative impact on participation rate

ndash Documentation must be kept in student record

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Review of Allowable Read-Aloud bull Allowable for Keystone Algebra and Biology

bull Allowable for PSSA Math and Science

bull Allowable for multiple‐choice language questions and writing prompt (on individual basis) found in Section 1 of the ELA at Grades 3ndash8 as per restrictions specified in the Accommodations Guidelines

bull Allowable for the text‐dependent analysis question (TDA)(or a word or phrase from the TDA question) found at the end of Section 3 or Section 4 of the PSSA ELA for Grades 4ndash8 on an individual basis at student request

bull NOT allowable for any Keystone Literature passage or question

bull NOT allowable for any PSSA ELA reading passage multiple choice EBSR or Grade 3 short answer question(s)

bull Also available as audio presentation in online version

18

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Read aloud for math science section 1 of ELA Caution must be taken to allow all students the opportunity to be independent test-takers ndash Online or Paper Student simply raises hand and asks to have an item or part of

an item read aloud is not in a small group and is not identified as needing this as an accommodation Do not mark the bubble This is an occasional occurrence does not require an IEP and is regarded as a test feature

ndash Online Student requires a read aloud of all or much of the test it is documented and used on a regular basis the student may use the audio version of the online tests Online system records the use of the accommodation

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of some questions as requested it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-12 may not de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for some of the test read aloud

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of entire test it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-5 School Assessment Coordinator may de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for all of the test read aloud (Call DRC Customer Service for help with de-spiraling and the number of packets)

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Request for PASA narrative notes bullRequests must be made no later than Dec12 2015 (end of PASA Students enrollment window) to allow for review response and provision of assessment materials

bullComplete the Use of Narrative Notes on the PASA Enrollment Portal (wwwpasadigitalcom) for each student requiring the use of narrative notes

bullDocumentation in studentrsquos file must be available for possible assessment administration monitoring

bullAll requests for Narrative Notes will be submitted via the PASA student enrollment portal

19

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Supplemental resources ndash Tool 1 Guidelines for Selecting

ndash Tool 2 Guidelines for Using

ndash Tool 3 Studentrsquos Perspective

ndash Tool 4 Parentrsquos Input

ndash Tool 5 Documentation of Classroom Use

ndash Tool 6 After-Test Evaluation

ndash Tool 7 Assessment Accommodation Plan

20

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Important Links

ndash Pennsylvanias Accommodations Guidelines posted on PDErsquos website

bull Accommodations Guidelines

ndash National Center on Educational Outcomes (NCEO) Online Training to Improve Accommodations Decision Making posted on NCEOrsquos website

bull httpnceoinfoResourcestraining_modulesAccomm

ndash eDirect program tools and Pennsylvaniarsquos testing program information posted on the Standards Aligned System website

bull httpspadrcedirectcom

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information ndash Data Recognition Corporation Customer Service

bull 18004517849

bull Email pacustomerservicedatarecognitioncorpcom

ndash PASA Project Alternate Assessment bull Dr Naomi Zigmond ndash ReadingMath Email PASArmpittedu

bull Dr Steve Lyon ndash Science Email PASAscipittedu

ndash PaTTAN Specific Disability Information bull Hbg 8003607282 KOP 800 4413215 Pgh 8004465607

httpwwwpattannetcategoryAboutContact

ndash PDE Unique Accommodations bull Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction 7177874234

bull Bureau of Special Education 7177832311

bull Email 00testingpsupenpsuedu

21

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information

bull John Machella PASA jmachellapagov

bull Diane Simaska PSSA ELAKeystone LiteratureAccommodations dsimaskapagov

22

Page 3: Guidelines for Selection and Use of Accommodations for ...€¦ · • This Power Point presentation is not a substitute for the detailed information in the Accommodations Guidelines

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

PASA Update and

New Information for 2015-16

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Test Window

ReadingMath Feb 15 2016 ndash March 25 2016 (media due April 4 2016)

Science Test Window May 2 2016 ndash May 27 2016

Writing No statewide test form student writing samples are individually created (by teacher) and scored (by teacher) and stored (in IEP folder)

Enrollment Period

ReadingMath September 28 2015 ndash Dec 11 2015

Science January 11 2016 February 5 2016

3

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Test Design based upon alternate eligible content

Alternate eligible content aligned with PSSA Assessment Anchors and eligible content

Implement policiesprocedures to enhance test security (NEW)

Participation in Test Administration modules (NEW)

Preferred option for Digital recording and uploading recordings Contact PASA to get enrolled

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

1 PASA- Examples of basic accommodations extra time manipulatives response methods presentation methodscalculator

2 PASA - adapted versions of the test andor materials as accommodations for students with certain disabilities Replacement skills for students who are deaf or hard of hearing Completely adapted set of skills (ie the tactual version of the test) for students with visual impairments Colored materials for students with visual impairments (or others who would benefit from it as an accommodation due to the nature of their disability)

3 PASA -other accommodations for certain disabilities enlarged materials braille amplification projectionmagnification

4 PASA - accommodations noted on the students IEP and supporting documentation form so that scorers understand what was done and why

4

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

PASA Required Training ReadingMath

bull Topic Test Administration bull Format Modules bull Location httpsrmpasadigitalcom bull Window December 4 2015-January 22 2016

PASA Additional Training

bull Enrollment of Students bull Uploading Video ndashDigital Districts

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

PASA Contact Information

All test materials are shipped from and returned to PASA Project at the University of Pittsburgh

bull Dr Naomi Zigmond ndash ReadingMath PASArmpittedu bull Dr Steven R Lyon ndash Science PASAscipittedu bull Enrollment training digital uploads wwwpasadigitalcom bull General PASA Information wwwpasadigitalcom

wwweducationpagov bull Science Updates wwwpasascienceorg

QUESTIONS

bull Dr John Machella jmachellapagov

5

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

New Scribing Guidelines for 2015-16 bull Allowable for students with a physical disability that severely limits

or prevents the studentrsquos motor process of writing typing or recording responses during testing including pain andor fracture

bull Allowable for students who have a documented disability in the area of written expression which results in significant interference in their ability to express their knowledge in writingkeyboarding even after varied and repeated attempts to teach the student to do so

bull Directions on how to scribe Pennsylvania Read‐Aloud and Scribing Guidelines for Operational Assessments are posted on Pennsylvania Department of Educationrsquos (PDE) and eDirect websites

bull The online test version is recommended to allow students as much independence as possible

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

New Scribing Guidelines for 2015-16 bull Allowable for all Keystone Literature Algebra and

Biology

bull Allowable for all PSSA Math and Science

bull Allowable for Grade 3 PSSA ELA multiple choice and short answer(s)

bull Only allowable as a unique accommodation for Grade 3-8 PSSA ELA writing prompt

bull Only allowable as a unique accommodation for Grades 4-8 PSSA ELA Text Dependent Analysis response(s)

bull LEAs must follow new guidelines for Scribing Unique Accommodation

6

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

New Scribing Guidelines for 2015-16 bull Student already uses scribing on day-to-day basis for

instruction and assessment

bull IEP team Section 504 Services Plan team or educational team determines that scribing (dictation) is essential for student access to test

bull OR student has current disabling injury

bull Complete and submit Scribing Unique Accommodation form to PDE at RA-accommodationspagov

bull No approval response from PDE will be given

bull Mark Other bubble and enter Supplemental Field code

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

New Scribing Guidelines for Grades 4-8 ELA bull Mark the Other bubble

bull Call or email PDE for Supplemental Data Field Code ndash 00testingpsupenpsuedu

ndash 717-787-4234 or 717-705-2343

7

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

New Scribing Guidelines for Grades 4-8 ELA bull Complete and submit the 2016 PSSA SCRIBING

UNIQUE ACCOMMODATION form

bull Email to ra-accommodationspagov

ED BAA Accommodations ltRA‐accommodationspagovgt

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Test Features

bull Extended time bull Directions read aloud

Accommodations

bull Frequent breaks bull Read aloud of all

items on math or science test

bull Extended time

8

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Learn about accommodations ndash Do not reduce expectations for learning

ndash Used during instruction and assessment

ndash Ensure a valid measure

bull Accommodations categories ndash Presentation

ndash Response

ndash Setting

ndash Timing

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Decision- Selection Must be making type documented

bull Based on individual need

bull Student IEP Team SupportTeam for 504 Plan ESL Team

bull May not invalidate the state assessment

bull Effectiveness must be evaluated

bull IEP bull 504 Plan bull ESL Plan bull Student

Record

9

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Decision-making ndash Consistent with standards-based IEP and full

participation in grade-level instruction

ndash Attempts to level the playing field to enable demonstration of knowledge and skills

ndash Ensures fair comparisons with other students taking the test

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Selection of accommodation type ndash Consideration of

bull Instructional tasks

bull Assessment anchors and eligible content

ndash More is not necessarily better

ndash Studentrsquos willingness to use bull Self-advocacy

ndash Enables independent learning bull Assistive technology

bull Online testing

10

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Documentation ndash IEP

bull Consideration of special factors Supplementary Aids and Services Present Levels Specially Designed Instruction

bull Section IV Participation in State and Local Assessments

ndash Chapter 15 Service Agreement (504 Plan)

ndash ESL Plan

ndash Student record

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Online testing advantages ndash Guarantees standardized provision of some accommodations

ndash Enables independent test taking

ndash Online tools provided for use as needed

ndash Can decrease number of test administrators

ndash Eliminates managing two booklets

ndash Computer format appealing to students

ndash Enlarges test page to fit an oversized monitor

DOES NOT REQUIRE THE ENTIRE CLASS SCHOOL OR DISTRICT TO TAKE THE ONLINE TEST

11

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Online testing considerations ndash Experience with computer-based learning

ndash Experience with online tools

ndash Practice with test tutorial

ndash Comfort with keyboarding skills (essay responses)

ndash Need for assistive devices

Can be very effective for some students who typically use a computer software program such as Read Write Gold Kurzweil etc

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Before administering accommodations ndash Accommodations used for assessment are also used

for instruction

ndash Students have participated in online tools training and online test tutorial

ndash Establish a clear communication process to ensure each student receives appropriate accommodations during testing

ndash Map out logistics

ndash Test administrators have been provided with clear documentation to ensure appropriate accommodations for each student

12

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull During administration ndash Test administrator adheres to specific

guidelines to ensure validity

ndash Online testers should not have easy view of other computer screens

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Ethical testing practices ndash Must be maintained throughout assessments

ndash Examples of unethical practices include bull Allowing student to answer fewer questions

bull Paraphrasing or offering additional information

bull Coaching during assessment or giving clues

bull Editing student responses

ndash PDE recommends additional proctor when teacher of record administers the test

13

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Test security ndash Involves maintaining confidentiality of test questions and

answers

ndash Becomes an issue when accessible formats are used and when someone other than student is allowed to see the test

ndash All student workfiles must be completely destroyed and deleted

ndash Qualified educational sign language interpreters and native language interpreters must sign confidentiality form

Important note regarding educational sign language interpreters

ndash Interpreters may not serve as the test administrator a separate test administrator is required

ndash Educational sign language interpreters must be provided with 3 days of dedicated time to effectively prepare

for the test

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Accommodations Tables

Table A

Non-IEP Students

IEP Students

ELL Students

Provided byonline system

Yes or No

Table B

Types ofaccommodations

allowable

Paperpencilandor online

Provided byonline system

Yes or No

14

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

TABLE A

ACCOMMODATION ANDOR TEST

FEATURE ALLOWABLE FOR

Non-IEP ALLOWABLE FOR

IEP504 ALLOWABLE FOR

ELL

PROVIDED BY ONLINE SYSTEM

(English Only)

Restrictions apply Must follow directions regarding implementation of accommodation andor test feature Amplification Device X X

With IEP504 X

Audio See ldquoAudiordquo and ldquoSmall Grouprdquo in Category Tables

X X X

Audio Recorder for Responses

X X With IEP504

Augmentative Alternative Communication Device

X X With IEP504

Braille X X With IEP504

Brailler Note Taker X X With IEP504

Calculators X

Changed Test Schedule

X

Color ChooserContrast

X X With IEP504

X

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Indicates online information

bull Indicates restrictions or special instructions

15

1152015

16

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

TABLE B PRESENTATION

ACCOMMODATION ALLOWABLE FOR PAPER

ALLOWABLE FOR ONLINE

PROVIDED BY ONLINE SYSTEM

Amplification Device

(eg hearing aid personal sound amplifier)

X X X Volume control only

Audio

This must be pre-ordered and downloaded separately

The online audio function is limited to individual students who have a documented need for the ENTIRE test to be read aloud

Requires the use of headphones andor one-on-one setting to eliminate distraction to others

The audio function is available for Section 1 of ELA Math Algebra Science and Biology tests in English only

X X English voice only

Individual words or phrases cannot be selected

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Guidelines for specific accommodations ndash Unique accommodations

bull Special circumstances

bull Might alter the construct or results

ndash Read aloud guidelines bull Entire test restrictions de-spiraling booklets

ndash Test administrators

ndash Extended time

ndash Computer adaptive technology

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Approvals for Unique Accommodations bull Not necessary for accommodations that are identified as allowable

in the Guidelines

bull Scribing requires submission of Scribing Unique Accommodation form and Supplemental Field code

bull Necessary for computer adaptive technology and other unique accommodations ndash Gather required information

ndash Contact PDE

ndash PDE provides request for approval form if needed

ndash Contact the Division of Instructional Quality by emailing 00testingpsupenpsuedu

ndash Call the Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction at 7177874234 or 7177052343

ndash Call the Bureau of Special Education

at 7177832311

17

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Concussion policy ndash If a student has been diagnosed with a concussive injury and

there is medical documentation within two weeks of the start of the testing window that states the student may not participate in standardized testing the student should be coded as ldquoRecent Medical Emergencyrdquo In all other instances involving concussive injuries and student nonparticipation the student should be coded as ldquoOtherrdquo Marking ldquoOtherrdquo has a negative impact on participation rate

ndash Documentation must be kept in student record

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Review of Allowable Read-Aloud bull Allowable for Keystone Algebra and Biology

bull Allowable for PSSA Math and Science

bull Allowable for multiple‐choice language questions and writing prompt (on individual basis) found in Section 1 of the ELA at Grades 3ndash8 as per restrictions specified in the Accommodations Guidelines

bull Allowable for the text‐dependent analysis question (TDA)(or a word or phrase from the TDA question) found at the end of Section 3 or Section 4 of the PSSA ELA for Grades 4ndash8 on an individual basis at student request

bull NOT allowable for any Keystone Literature passage or question

bull NOT allowable for any PSSA ELA reading passage multiple choice EBSR or Grade 3 short answer question(s)

bull Also available as audio presentation in online version

18

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Read aloud for math science section 1 of ELA Caution must be taken to allow all students the opportunity to be independent test-takers ndash Online or Paper Student simply raises hand and asks to have an item or part of

an item read aloud is not in a small group and is not identified as needing this as an accommodation Do not mark the bubble This is an occasional occurrence does not require an IEP and is regarded as a test feature

ndash Online Student requires a read aloud of all or much of the test it is documented and used on a regular basis the student may use the audio version of the online tests Online system records the use of the accommodation

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of some questions as requested it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-12 may not de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for some of the test read aloud

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of entire test it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-5 School Assessment Coordinator may de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for all of the test read aloud (Call DRC Customer Service for help with de-spiraling and the number of packets)

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Request for PASA narrative notes bullRequests must be made no later than Dec12 2015 (end of PASA Students enrollment window) to allow for review response and provision of assessment materials

bullComplete the Use of Narrative Notes on the PASA Enrollment Portal (wwwpasadigitalcom) for each student requiring the use of narrative notes

bullDocumentation in studentrsquos file must be available for possible assessment administration monitoring

bullAll requests for Narrative Notes will be submitted via the PASA student enrollment portal

19

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Supplemental resources ndash Tool 1 Guidelines for Selecting

ndash Tool 2 Guidelines for Using

ndash Tool 3 Studentrsquos Perspective

ndash Tool 4 Parentrsquos Input

ndash Tool 5 Documentation of Classroom Use

ndash Tool 6 After-Test Evaluation

ndash Tool 7 Assessment Accommodation Plan

20

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Important Links

ndash Pennsylvanias Accommodations Guidelines posted on PDErsquos website

bull Accommodations Guidelines

ndash National Center on Educational Outcomes (NCEO) Online Training to Improve Accommodations Decision Making posted on NCEOrsquos website

bull httpnceoinfoResourcestraining_modulesAccomm

ndash eDirect program tools and Pennsylvaniarsquos testing program information posted on the Standards Aligned System website

bull httpspadrcedirectcom

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information ndash Data Recognition Corporation Customer Service

bull 18004517849

bull Email pacustomerservicedatarecognitioncorpcom

ndash PASA Project Alternate Assessment bull Dr Naomi Zigmond ndash ReadingMath Email PASArmpittedu

bull Dr Steve Lyon ndash Science Email PASAscipittedu

ndash PaTTAN Specific Disability Information bull Hbg 8003607282 KOP 800 4413215 Pgh 8004465607

httpwwwpattannetcategoryAboutContact

ndash PDE Unique Accommodations bull Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction 7177874234

bull Bureau of Special Education 7177832311

bull Email 00testingpsupenpsuedu

21

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information

bull John Machella PASA jmachellapagov

bull Diane Simaska PSSA ELAKeystone LiteratureAccommodations dsimaskapagov

22

Page 4: Guidelines for Selection and Use of Accommodations for ...€¦ · • This Power Point presentation is not a substitute for the detailed information in the Accommodations Guidelines

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Test Design based upon alternate eligible content

Alternate eligible content aligned with PSSA Assessment Anchors and eligible content

Implement policiesprocedures to enhance test security (NEW)

Participation in Test Administration modules (NEW)

Preferred option for Digital recording and uploading recordings Contact PASA to get enrolled

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

1 PASA- Examples of basic accommodations extra time manipulatives response methods presentation methodscalculator

2 PASA - adapted versions of the test andor materials as accommodations for students with certain disabilities Replacement skills for students who are deaf or hard of hearing Completely adapted set of skills (ie the tactual version of the test) for students with visual impairments Colored materials for students with visual impairments (or others who would benefit from it as an accommodation due to the nature of their disability)

3 PASA -other accommodations for certain disabilities enlarged materials braille amplification projectionmagnification

4 PASA - accommodations noted on the students IEP and supporting documentation form so that scorers understand what was done and why

4

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

PASA Required Training ReadingMath

bull Topic Test Administration bull Format Modules bull Location httpsrmpasadigitalcom bull Window December 4 2015-January 22 2016

PASA Additional Training

bull Enrollment of Students bull Uploading Video ndashDigital Districts

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

PASA Contact Information

All test materials are shipped from and returned to PASA Project at the University of Pittsburgh

bull Dr Naomi Zigmond ndash ReadingMath PASArmpittedu bull Dr Steven R Lyon ndash Science PASAscipittedu bull Enrollment training digital uploads wwwpasadigitalcom bull General PASA Information wwwpasadigitalcom

wwweducationpagov bull Science Updates wwwpasascienceorg

QUESTIONS

bull Dr John Machella jmachellapagov

5

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

New Scribing Guidelines for 2015-16 bull Allowable for students with a physical disability that severely limits

or prevents the studentrsquos motor process of writing typing or recording responses during testing including pain andor fracture

bull Allowable for students who have a documented disability in the area of written expression which results in significant interference in their ability to express their knowledge in writingkeyboarding even after varied and repeated attempts to teach the student to do so

bull Directions on how to scribe Pennsylvania Read‐Aloud and Scribing Guidelines for Operational Assessments are posted on Pennsylvania Department of Educationrsquos (PDE) and eDirect websites

bull The online test version is recommended to allow students as much independence as possible

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

New Scribing Guidelines for 2015-16 bull Allowable for all Keystone Literature Algebra and

Biology

bull Allowable for all PSSA Math and Science

bull Allowable for Grade 3 PSSA ELA multiple choice and short answer(s)

bull Only allowable as a unique accommodation for Grade 3-8 PSSA ELA writing prompt

bull Only allowable as a unique accommodation for Grades 4-8 PSSA ELA Text Dependent Analysis response(s)

bull LEAs must follow new guidelines for Scribing Unique Accommodation

6

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

New Scribing Guidelines for 2015-16 bull Student already uses scribing on day-to-day basis for

instruction and assessment

bull IEP team Section 504 Services Plan team or educational team determines that scribing (dictation) is essential for student access to test

bull OR student has current disabling injury

bull Complete and submit Scribing Unique Accommodation form to PDE at RA-accommodationspagov

bull No approval response from PDE will be given

bull Mark Other bubble and enter Supplemental Field code

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

New Scribing Guidelines for Grades 4-8 ELA bull Mark the Other bubble

bull Call or email PDE for Supplemental Data Field Code ndash 00testingpsupenpsuedu

ndash 717-787-4234 or 717-705-2343

7

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

New Scribing Guidelines for Grades 4-8 ELA bull Complete and submit the 2016 PSSA SCRIBING

UNIQUE ACCOMMODATION form

bull Email to ra-accommodationspagov

ED BAA Accommodations ltRA‐accommodationspagovgt

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Test Features

bull Extended time bull Directions read aloud

Accommodations

bull Frequent breaks bull Read aloud of all

items on math or science test

bull Extended time

8

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Learn about accommodations ndash Do not reduce expectations for learning

ndash Used during instruction and assessment

ndash Ensure a valid measure

bull Accommodations categories ndash Presentation

ndash Response

ndash Setting

ndash Timing

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Decision- Selection Must be making type documented

bull Based on individual need

bull Student IEP Team SupportTeam for 504 Plan ESL Team

bull May not invalidate the state assessment

bull Effectiveness must be evaluated

bull IEP bull 504 Plan bull ESL Plan bull Student

Record

9

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Decision-making ndash Consistent with standards-based IEP and full

participation in grade-level instruction

ndash Attempts to level the playing field to enable demonstration of knowledge and skills

ndash Ensures fair comparisons with other students taking the test

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Selection of accommodation type ndash Consideration of

bull Instructional tasks

bull Assessment anchors and eligible content

ndash More is not necessarily better

ndash Studentrsquos willingness to use bull Self-advocacy

ndash Enables independent learning bull Assistive technology

bull Online testing

10

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Documentation ndash IEP

bull Consideration of special factors Supplementary Aids and Services Present Levels Specially Designed Instruction

bull Section IV Participation in State and Local Assessments

ndash Chapter 15 Service Agreement (504 Plan)

ndash ESL Plan

ndash Student record

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Online testing advantages ndash Guarantees standardized provision of some accommodations

ndash Enables independent test taking

ndash Online tools provided for use as needed

ndash Can decrease number of test administrators

ndash Eliminates managing two booklets

ndash Computer format appealing to students

ndash Enlarges test page to fit an oversized monitor

DOES NOT REQUIRE THE ENTIRE CLASS SCHOOL OR DISTRICT TO TAKE THE ONLINE TEST

11

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Online testing considerations ndash Experience with computer-based learning

ndash Experience with online tools

ndash Practice with test tutorial

ndash Comfort with keyboarding skills (essay responses)

ndash Need for assistive devices

Can be very effective for some students who typically use a computer software program such as Read Write Gold Kurzweil etc

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Before administering accommodations ndash Accommodations used for assessment are also used

for instruction

ndash Students have participated in online tools training and online test tutorial

ndash Establish a clear communication process to ensure each student receives appropriate accommodations during testing

ndash Map out logistics

ndash Test administrators have been provided with clear documentation to ensure appropriate accommodations for each student

12

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull During administration ndash Test administrator adheres to specific

guidelines to ensure validity

ndash Online testers should not have easy view of other computer screens

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Ethical testing practices ndash Must be maintained throughout assessments

ndash Examples of unethical practices include bull Allowing student to answer fewer questions

bull Paraphrasing or offering additional information

bull Coaching during assessment or giving clues

bull Editing student responses

ndash PDE recommends additional proctor when teacher of record administers the test

13

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Test security ndash Involves maintaining confidentiality of test questions and

answers

ndash Becomes an issue when accessible formats are used and when someone other than student is allowed to see the test

ndash All student workfiles must be completely destroyed and deleted

ndash Qualified educational sign language interpreters and native language interpreters must sign confidentiality form

Important note regarding educational sign language interpreters

ndash Interpreters may not serve as the test administrator a separate test administrator is required

ndash Educational sign language interpreters must be provided with 3 days of dedicated time to effectively prepare

for the test

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Accommodations Tables

Table A

Non-IEP Students

IEP Students

ELL Students

Provided byonline system

Yes or No

Table B

Types ofaccommodations

allowable

Paperpencilandor online

Provided byonline system

Yes or No

14

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

TABLE A

ACCOMMODATION ANDOR TEST

FEATURE ALLOWABLE FOR

Non-IEP ALLOWABLE FOR

IEP504 ALLOWABLE FOR

ELL

PROVIDED BY ONLINE SYSTEM

(English Only)

Restrictions apply Must follow directions regarding implementation of accommodation andor test feature Amplification Device X X

With IEP504 X

Audio See ldquoAudiordquo and ldquoSmall Grouprdquo in Category Tables

X X X

Audio Recorder for Responses

X X With IEP504

Augmentative Alternative Communication Device

X X With IEP504

Braille X X With IEP504

Brailler Note Taker X X With IEP504

Calculators X

Changed Test Schedule

X

Color ChooserContrast

X X With IEP504

X

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Indicates online information

bull Indicates restrictions or special instructions

15

1152015

16

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

TABLE B PRESENTATION

ACCOMMODATION ALLOWABLE FOR PAPER

ALLOWABLE FOR ONLINE

PROVIDED BY ONLINE SYSTEM

Amplification Device

(eg hearing aid personal sound amplifier)

X X X Volume control only

Audio

This must be pre-ordered and downloaded separately

The online audio function is limited to individual students who have a documented need for the ENTIRE test to be read aloud

Requires the use of headphones andor one-on-one setting to eliminate distraction to others

The audio function is available for Section 1 of ELA Math Algebra Science and Biology tests in English only

X X English voice only

Individual words or phrases cannot be selected

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Guidelines for specific accommodations ndash Unique accommodations

bull Special circumstances

bull Might alter the construct or results

ndash Read aloud guidelines bull Entire test restrictions de-spiraling booklets

ndash Test administrators

ndash Extended time

ndash Computer adaptive technology

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Approvals for Unique Accommodations bull Not necessary for accommodations that are identified as allowable

in the Guidelines

bull Scribing requires submission of Scribing Unique Accommodation form and Supplemental Field code

bull Necessary for computer adaptive technology and other unique accommodations ndash Gather required information

ndash Contact PDE

ndash PDE provides request for approval form if needed

ndash Contact the Division of Instructional Quality by emailing 00testingpsupenpsuedu

ndash Call the Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction at 7177874234 or 7177052343

ndash Call the Bureau of Special Education

at 7177832311

17

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Concussion policy ndash If a student has been diagnosed with a concussive injury and

there is medical documentation within two weeks of the start of the testing window that states the student may not participate in standardized testing the student should be coded as ldquoRecent Medical Emergencyrdquo In all other instances involving concussive injuries and student nonparticipation the student should be coded as ldquoOtherrdquo Marking ldquoOtherrdquo has a negative impact on participation rate

ndash Documentation must be kept in student record

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Review of Allowable Read-Aloud bull Allowable for Keystone Algebra and Biology

bull Allowable for PSSA Math and Science

bull Allowable for multiple‐choice language questions and writing prompt (on individual basis) found in Section 1 of the ELA at Grades 3ndash8 as per restrictions specified in the Accommodations Guidelines

bull Allowable for the text‐dependent analysis question (TDA)(or a word or phrase from the TDA question) found at the end of Section 3 or Section 4 of the PSSA ELA for Grades 4ndash8 on an individual basis at student request

bull NOT allowable for any Keystone Literature passage or question

bull NOT allowable for any PSSA ELA reading passage multiple choice EBSR or Grade 3 short answer question(s)

bull Also available as audio presentation in online version

18

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Read aloud for math science section 1 of ELA Caution must be taken to allow all students the opportunity to be independent test-takers ndash Online or Paper Student simply raises hand and asks to have an item or part of

an item read aloud is not in a small group and is not identified as needing this as an accommodation Do not mark the bubble This is an occasional occurrence does not require an IEP and is regarded as a test feature

ndash Online Student requires a read aloud of all or much of the test it is documented and used on a regular basis the student may use the audio version of the online tests Online system records the use of the accommodation

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of some questions as requested it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-12 may not de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for some of the test read aloud

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of entire test it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-5 School Assessment Coordinator may de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for all of the test read aloud (Call DRC Customer Service for help with de-spiraling and the number of packets)

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Request for PASA narrative notes bullRequests must be made no later than Dec12 2015 (end of PASA Students enrollment window) to allow for review response and provision of assessment materials

bullComplete the Use of Narrative Notes on the PASA Enrollment Portal (wwwpasadigitalcom) for each student requiring the use of narrative notes

bullDocumentation in studentrsquos file must be available for possible assessment administration monitoring

bullAll requests for Narrative Notes will be submitted via the PASA student enrollment portal

19

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Supplemental resources ndash Tool 1 Guidelines for Selecting

ndash Tool 2 Guidelines for Using

ndash Tool 3 Studentrsquos Perspective

ndash Tool 4 Parentrsquos Input

ndash Tool 5 Documentation of Classroom Use

ndash Tool 6 After-Test Evaluation

ndash Tool 7 Assessment Accommodation Plan

20

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Important Links

ndash Pennsylvanias Accommodations Guidelines posted on PDErsquos website

bull Accommodations Guidelines

ndash National Center on Educational Outcomes (NCEO) Online Training to Improve Accommodations Decision Making posted on NCEOrsquos website

bull httpnceoinfoResourcestraining_modulesAccomm

ndash eDirect program tools and Pennsylvaniarsquos testing program information posted on the Standards Aligned System website

bull httpspadrcedirectcom

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information ndash Data Recognition Corporation Customer Service

bull 18004517849

bull Email pacustomerservicedatarecognitioncorpcom

ndash PASA Project Alternate Assessment bull Dr Naomi Zigmond ndash ReadingMath Email PASArmpittedu

bull Dr Steve Lyon ndash Science Email PASAscipittedu

ndash PaTTAN Specific Disability Information bull Hbg 8003607282 KOP 800 4413215 Pgh 8004465607

httpwwwpattannetcategoryAboutContact

ndash PDE Unique Accommodations bull Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction 7177874234

bull Bureau of Special Education 7177832311

bull Email 00testingpsupenpsuedu

21

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information

bull John Machella PASA jmachellapagov

bull Diane Simaska PSSA ELAKeystone LiteratureAccommodations dsimaskapagov

22

Page 5: Guidelines for Selection and Use of Accommodations for ...€¦ · • This Power Point presentation is not a substitute for the detailed information in the Accommodations Guidelines

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

PASA Required Training ReadingMath

bull Topic Test Administration bull Format Modules bull Location httpsrmpasadigitalcom bull Window December 4 2015-January 22 2016

PASA Additional Training

bull Enrollment of Students bull Uploading Video ndashDigital Districts

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

PASA Contact Information

All test materials are shipped from and returned to PASA Project at the University of Pittsburgh

bull Dr Naomi Zigmond ndash ReadingMath PASArmpittedu bull Dr Steven R Lyon ndash Science PASAscipittedu bull Enrollment training digital uploads wwwpasadigitalcom bull General PASA Information wwwpasadigitalcom

wwweducationpagov bull Science Updates wwwpasascienceorg

QUESTIONS

bull Dr John Machella jmachellapagov

5

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

New Scribing Guidelines for 2015-16 bull Allowable for students with a physical disability that severely limits

or prevents the studentrsquos motor process of writing typing or recording responses during testing including pain andor fracture

bull Allowable for students who have a documented disability in the area of written expression which results in significant interference in their ability to express their knowledge in writingkeyboarding even after varied and repeated attempts to teach the student to do so

bull Directions on how to scribe Pennsylvania Read‐Aloud and Scribing Guidelines for Operational Assessments are posted on Pennsylvania Department of Educationrsquos (PDE) and eDirect websites

bull The online test version is recommended to allow students as much independence as possible

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

New Scribing Guidelines for 2015-16 bull Allowable for all Keystone Literature Algebra and

Biology

bull Allowable for all PSSA Math and Science

bull Allowable for Grade 3 PSSA ELA multiple choice and short answer(s)

bull Only allowable as a unique accommodation for Grade 3-8 PSSA ELA writing prompt

bull Only allowable as a unique accommodation for Grades 4-8 PSSA ELA Text Dependent Analysis response(s)

bull LEAs must follow new guidelines for Scribing Unique Accommodation

6

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

New Scribing Guidelines for 2015-16 bull Student already uses scribing on day-to-day basis for

instruction and assessment

bull IEP team Section 504 Services Plan team or educational team determines that scribing (dictation) is essential for student access to test

bull OR student has current disabling injury

bull Complete and submit Scribing Unique Accommodation form to PDE at RA-accommodationspagov

bull No approval response from PDE will be given

bull Mark Other bubble and enter Supplemental Field code

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

New Scribing Guidelines for Grades 4-8 ELA bull Mark the Other bubble

bull Call or email PDE for Supplemental Data Field Code ndash 00testingpsupenpsuedu

ndash 717-787-4234 or 717-705-2343

7

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

New Scribing Guidelines for Grades 4-8 ELA bull Complete and submit the 2016 PSSA SCRIBING

UNIQUE ACCOMMODATION form

bull Email to ra-accommodationspagov

ED BAA Accommodations ltRA‐accommodationspagovgt

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Test Features

bull Extended time bull Directions read aloud

Accommodations

bull Frequent breaks bull Read aloud of all

items on math or science test

bull Extended time

8

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Learn about accommodations ndash Do not reduce expectations for learning

ndash Used during instruction and assessment

ndash Ensure a valid measure

bull Accommodations categories ndash Presentation

ndash Response

ndash Setting

ndash Timing

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Decision- Selection Must be making type documented

bull Based on individual need

bull Student IEP Team SupportTeam for 504 Plan ESL Team

bull May not invalidate the state assessment

bull Effectiveness must be evaluated

bull IEP bull 504 Plan bull ESL Plan bull Student

Record

9

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Decision-making ndash Consistent with standards-based IEP and full

participation in grade-level instruction

ndash Attempts to level the playing field to enable demonstration of knowledge and skills

ndash Ensures fair comparisons with other students taking the test

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Selection of accommodation type ndash Consideration of

bull Instructional tasks

bull Assessment anchors and eligible content

ndash More is not necessarily better

ndash Studentrsquos willingness to use bull Self-advocacy

ndash Enables independent learning bull Assistive technology

bull Online testing

10

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Documentation ndash IEP

bull Consideration of special factors Supplementary Aids and Services Present Levels Specially Designed Instruction

bull Section IV Participation in State and Local Assessments

ndash Chapter 15 Service Agreement (504 Plan)

ndash ESL Plan

ndash Student record

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Online testing advantages ndash Guarantees standardized provision of some accommodations

ndash Enables independent test taking

ndash Online tools provided for use as needed

ndash Can decrease number of test administrators

ndash Eliminates managing two booklets

ndash Computer format appealing to students

ndash Enlarges test page to fit an oversized monitor

DOES NOT REQUIRE THE ENTIRE CLASS SCHOOL OR DISTRICT TO TAKE THE ONLINE TEST

11

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Online testing considerations ndash Experience with computer-based learning

ndash Experience with online tools

ndash Practice with test tutorial

ndash Comfort with keyboarding skills (essay responses)

ndash Need for assistive devices

Can be very effective for some students who typically use a computer software program such as Read Write Gold Kurzweil etc

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Before administering accommodations ndash Accommodations used for assessment are also used

for instruction

ndash Students have participated in online tools training and online test tutorial

ndash Establish a clear communication process to ensure each student receives appropriate accommodations during testing

ndash Map out logistics

ndash Test administrators have been provided with clear documentation to ensure appropriate accommodations for each student

12

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull During administration ndash Test administrator adheres to specific

guidelines to ensure validity

ndash Online testers should not have easy view of other computer screens

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Ethical testing practices ndash Must be maintained throughout assessments

ndash Examples of unethical practices include bull Allowing student to answer fewer questions

bull Paraphrasing or offering additional information

bull Coaching during assessment or giving clues

bull Editing student responses

ndash PDE recommends additional proctor when teacher of record administers the test

13

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Test security ndash Involves maintaining confidentiality of test questions and

answers

ndash Becomes an issue when accessible formats are used and when someone other than student is allowed to see the test

ndash All student workfiles must be completely destroyed and deleted

ndash Qualified educational sign language interpreters and native language interpreters must sign confidentiality form

Important note regarding educational sign language interpreters

ndash Interpreters may not serve as the test administrator a separate test administrator is required

ndash Educational sign language interpreters must be provided with 3 days of dedicated time to effectively prepare

for the test

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Accommodations Tables

Table A

Non-IEP Students

IEP Students

ELL Students

Provided byonline system

Yes or No

Table B

Types ofaccommodations

allowable

Paperpencilandor online

Provided byonline system

Yes or No

14

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

TABLE A

ACCOMMODATION ANDOR TEST

FEATURE ALLOWABLE FOR

Non-IEP ALLOWABLE FOR

IEP504 ALLOWABLE FOR

ELL

PROVIDED BY ONLINE SYSTEM

(English Only)

Restrictions apply Must follow directions regarding implementation of accommodation andor test feature Amplification Device X X

With IEP504 X

Audio See ldquoAudiordquo and ldquoSmall Grouprdquo in Category Tables

X X X

Audio Recorder for Responses

X X With IEP504

Augmentative Alternative Communication Device

X X With IEP504

Braille X X With IEP504

Brailler Note Taker X X With IEP504

Calculators X

Changed Test Schedule

X

Color ChooserContrast

X X With IEP504

X

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Indicates online information

bull Indicates restrictions or special instructions

15

1152015

16

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

TABLE B PRESENTATION

ACCOMMODATION ALLOWABLE FOR PAPER

ALLOWABLE FOR ONLINE

PROVIDED BY ONLINE SYSTEM

Amplification Device

(eg hearing aid personal sound amplifier)

X X X Volume control only

Audio

This must be pre-ordered and downloaded separately

The online audio function is limited to individual students who have a documented need for the ENTIRE test to be read aloud

Requires the use of headphones andor one-on-one setting to eliminate distraction to others

The audio function is available for Section 1 of ELA Math Algebra Science and Biology tests in English only

X X English voice only

Individual words or phrases cannot be selected

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Guidelines for specific accommodations ndash Unique accommodations

bull Special circumstances

bull Might alter the construct or results

ndash Read aloud guidelines bull Entire test restrictions de-spiraling booklets

ndash Test administrators

ndash Extended time

ndash Computer adaptive technology

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Approvals for Unique Accommodations bull Not necessary for accommodations that are identified as allowable

in the Guidelines

bull Scribing requires submission of Scribing Unique Accommodation form and Supplemental Field code

bull Necessary for computer adaptive technology and other unique accommodations ndash Gather required information

ndash Contact PDE

ndash PDE provides request for approval form if needed

ndash Contact the Division of Instructional Quality by emailing 00testingpsupenpsuedu

ndash Call the Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction at 7177874234 or 7177052343

ndash Call the Bureau of Special Education

at 7177832311

17

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Concussion policy ndash If a student has been diagnosed with a concussive injury and

there is medical documentation within two weeks of the start of the testing window that states the student may not participate in standardized testing the student should be coded as ldquoRecent Medical Emergencyrdquo In all other instances involving concussive injuries and student nonparticipation the student should be coded as ldquoOtherrdquo Marking ldquoOtherrdquo has a negative impact on participation rate

ndash Documentation must be kept in student record

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Review of Allowable Read-Aloud bull Allowable for Keystone Algebra and Biology

bull Allowable for PSSA Math and Science

bull Allowable for multiple‐choice language questions and writing prompt (on individual basis) found in Section 1 of the ELA at Grades 3ndash8 as per restrictions specified in the Accommodations Guidelines

bull Allowable for the text‐dependent analysis question (TDA)(or a word or phrase from the TDA question) found at the end of Section 3 or Section 4 of the PSSA ELA for Grades 4ndash8 on an individual basis at student request

bull NOT allowable for any Keystone Literature passage or question

bull NOT allowable for any PSSA ELA reading passage multiple choice EBSR or Grade 3 short answer question(s)

bull Also available as audio presentation in online version

18

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Read aloud for math science section 1 of ELA Caution must be taken to allow all students the opportunity to be independent test-takers ndash Online or Paper Student simply raises hand and asks to have an item or part of

an item read aloud is not in a small group and is not identified as needing this as an accommodation Do not mark the bubble This is an occasional occurrence does not require an IEP and is regarded as a test feature

ndash Online Student requires a read aloud of all or much of the test it is documented and used on a regular basis the student may use the audio version of the online tests Online system records the use of the accommodation

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of some questions as requested it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-12 may not de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for some of the test read aloud

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of entire test it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-5 School Assessment Coordinator may de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for all of the test read aloud (Call DRC Customer Service for help with de-spiraling and the number of packets)

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Request for PASA narrative notes bullRequests must be made no later than Dec12 2015 (end of PASA Students enrollment window) to allow for review response and provision of assessment materials

bullComplete the Use of Narrative Notes on the PASA Enrollment Portal (wwwpasadigitalcom) for each student requiring the use of narrative notes

bullDocumentation in studentrsquos file must be available for possible assessment administration monitoring

bullAll requests for Narrative Notes will be submitted via the PASA student enrollment portal

19

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Supplemental resources ndash Tool 1 Guidelines for Selecting

ndash Tool 2 Guidelines for Using

ndash Tool 3 Studentrsquos Perspective

ndash Tool 4 Parentrsquos Input

ndash Tool 5 Documentation of Classroom Use

ndash Tool 6 After-Test Evaluation

ndash Tool 7 Assessment Accommodation Plan

20

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Important Links

ndash Pennsylvanias Accommodations Guidelines posted on PDErsquos website

bull Accommodations Guidelines

ndash National Center on Educational Outcomes (NCEO) Online Training to Improve Accommodations Decision Making posted on NCEOrsquos website

bull httpnceoinfoResourcestraining_modulesAccomm

ndash eDirect program tools and Pennsylvaniarsquos testing program information posted on the Standards Aligned System website

bull httpspadrcedirectcom

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information ndash Data Recognition Corporation Customer Service

bull 18004517849

bull Email pacustomerservicedatarecognitioncorpcom

ndash PASA Project Alternate Assessment bull Dr Naomi Zigmond ndash ReadingMath Email PASArmpittedu

bull Dr Steve Lyon ndash Science Email PASAscipittedu

ndash PaTTAN Specific Disability Information bull Hbg 8003607282 KOP 800 4413215 Pgh 8004465607

httpwwwpattannetcategoryAboutContact

ndash PDE Unique Accommodations bull Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction 7177874234

bull Bureau of Special Education 7177832311

bull Email 00testingpsupenpsuedu

21

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information

bull John Machella PASA jmachellapagov

bull Diane Simaska PSSA ELAKeystone LiteratureAccommodations dsimaskapagov

22

Page 6: Guidelines for Selection and Use of Accommodations for ...€¦ · • This Power Point presentation is not a substitute for the detailed information in the Accommodations Guidelines

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

New Scribing Guidelines for 2015-16 bull Allowable for students with a physical disability that severely limits

or prevents the studentrsquos motor process of writing typing or recording responses during testing including pain andor fracture

bull Allowable for students who have a documented disability in the area of written expression which results in significant interference in their ability to express their knowledge in writingkeyboarding even after varied and repeated attempts to teach the student to do so

bull Directions on how to scribe Pennsylvania Read‐Aloud and Scribing Guidelines for Operational Assessments are posted on Pennsylvania Department of Educationrsquos (PDE) and eDirect websites

bull The online test version is recommended to allow students as much independence as possible

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

New Scribing Guidelines for 2015-16 bull Allowable for all Keystone Literature Algebra and

Biology

bull Allowable for all PSSA Math and Science

bull Allowable for Grade 3 PSSA ELA multiple choice and short answer(s)

bull Only allowable as a unique accommodation for Grade 3-8 PSSA ELA writing prompt

bull Only allowable as a unique accommodation for Grades 4-8 PSSA ELA Text Dependent Analysis response(s)

bull LEAs must follow new guidelines for Scribing Unique Accommodation

6

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

New Scribing Guidelines for 2015-16 bull Student already uses scribing on day-to-day basis for

instruction and assessment

bull IEP team Section 504 Services Plan team or educational team determines that scribing (dictation) is essential for student access to test

bull OR student has current disabling injury

bull Complete and submit Scribing Unique Accommodation form to PDE at RA-accommodationspagov

bull No approval response from PDE will be given

bull Mark Other bubble and enter Supplemental Field code

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

New Scribing Guidelines for Grades 4-8 ELA bull Mark the Other bubble

bull Call or email PDE for Supplemental Data Field Code ndash 00testingpsupenpsuedu

ndash 717-787-4234 or 717-705-2343

7

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

New Scribing Guidelines for Grades 4-8 ELA bull Complete and submit the 2016 PSSA SCRIBING

UNIQUE ACCOMMODATION form

bull Email to ra-accommodationspagov

ED BAA Accommodations ltRA‐accommodationspagovgt

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Test Features

bull Extended time bull Directions read aloud

Accommodations

bull Frequent breaks bull Read aloud of all

items on math or science test

bull Extended time

8

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Learn about accommodations ndash Do not reduce expectations for learning

ndash Used during instruction and assessment

ndash Ensure a valid measure

bull Accommodations categories ndash Presentation

ndash Response

ndash Setting

ndash Timing

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Decision- Selection Must be making type documented

bull Based on individual need

bull Student IEP Team SupportTeam for 504 Plan ESL Team

bull May not invalidate the state assessment

bull Effectiveness must be evaluated

bull IEP bull 504 Plan bull ESL Plan bull Student

Record

9

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Decision-making ndash Consistent with standards-based IEP and full

participation in grade-level instruction

ndash Attempts to level the playing field to enable demonstration of knowledge and skills

ndash Ensures fair comparisons with other students taking the test

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Selection of accommodation type ndash Consideration of

bull Instructional tasks

bull Assessment anchors and eligible content

ndash More is not necessarily better

ndash Studentrsquos willingness to use bull Self-advocacy

ndash Enables independent learning bull Assistive technology

bull Online testing

10

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Documentation ndash IEP

bull Consideration of special factors Supplementary Aids and Services Present Levels Specially Designed Instruction

bull Section IV Participation in State and Local Assessments

ndash Chapter 15 Service Agreement (504 Plan)

ndash ESL Plan

ndash Student record

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Online testing advantages ndash Guarantees standardized provision of some accommodations

ndash Enables independent test taking

ndash Online tools provided for use as needed

ndash Can decrease number of test administrators

ndash Eliminates managing two booklets

ndash Computer format appealing to students

ndash Enlarges test page to fit an oversized monitor

DOES NOT REQUIRE THE ENTIRE CLASS SCHOOL OR DISTRICT TO TAKE THE ONLINE TEST

11

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Online testing considerations ndash Experience with computer-based learning

ndash Experience with online tools

ndash Practice with test tutorial

ndash Comfort with keyboarding skills (essay responses)

ndash Need for assistive devices

Can be very effective for some students who typically use a computer software program such as Read Write Gold Kurzweil etc

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Before administering accommodations ndash Accommodations used for assessment are also used

for instruction

ndash Students have participated in online tools training and online test tutorial

ndash Establish a clear communication process to ensure each student receives appropriate accommodations during testing

ndash Map out logistics

ndash Test administrators have been provided with clear documentation to ensure appropriate accommodations for each student

12

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull During administration ndash Test administrator adheres to specific

guidelines to ensure validity

ndash Online testers should not have easy view of other computer screens

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Ethical testing practices ndash Must be maintained throughout assessments

ndash Examples of unethical practices include bull Allowing student to answer fewer questions

bull Paraphrasing or offering additional information

bull Coaching during assessment or giving clues

bull Editing student responses

ndash PDE recommends additional proctor when teacher of record administers the test

13

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Test security ndash Involves maintaining confidentiality of test questions and

answers

ndash Becomes an issue when accessible formats are used and when someone other than student is allowed to see the test

ndash All student workfiles must be completely destroyed and deleted

ndash Qualified educational sign language interpreters and native language interpreters must sign confidentiality form

Important note regarding educational sign language interpreters

ndash Interpreters may not serve as the test administrator a separate test administrator is required

ndash Educational sign language interpreters must be provided with 3 days of dedicated time to effectively prepare

for the test

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Accommodations Tables

Table A

Non-IEP Students

IEP Students

ELL Students

Provided byonline system

Yes or No

Table B

Types ofaccommodations

allowable

Paperpencilandor online

Provided byonline system

Yes or No

14

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

TABLE A

ACCOMMODATION ANDOR TEST

FEATURE ALLOWABLE FOR

Non-IEP ALLOWABLE FOR

IEP504 ALLOWABLE FOR

ELL

PROVIDED BY ONLINE SYSTEM

(English Only)

Restrictions apply Must follow directions regarding implementation of accommodation andor test feature Amplification Device X X

With IEP504 X

Audio See ldquoAudiordquo and ldquoSmall Grouprdquo in Category Tables

X X X

Audio Recorder for Responses

X X With IEP504

Augmentative Alternative Communication Device

X X With IEP504

Braille X X With IEP504

Brailler Note Taker X X With IEP504

Calculators X

Changed Test Schedule

X

Color ChooserContrast

X X With IEP504

X

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Indicates online information

bull Indicates restrictions or special instructions

15

1152015

16

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

TABLE B PRESENTATION

ACCOMMODATION ALLOWABLE FOR PAPER

ALLOWABLE FOR ONLINE

PROVIDED BY ONLINE SYSTEM

Amplification Device

(eg hearing aid personal sound amplifier)

X X X Volume control only

Audio

This must be pre-ordered and downloaded separately

The online audio function is limited to individual students who have a documented need for the ENTIRE test to be read aloud

Requires the use of headphones andor one-on-one setting to eliminate distraction to others

The audio function is available for Section 1 of ELA Math Algebra Science and Biology tests in English only

X X English voice only

Individual words or phrases cannot be selected

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Guidelines for specific accommodations ndash Unique accommodations

bull Special circumstances

bull Might alter the construct or results

ndash Read aloud guidelines bull Entire test restrictions de-spiraling booklets

ndash Test administrators

ndash Extended time

ndash Computer adaptive technology

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Approvals for Unique Accommodations bull Not necessary for accommodations that are identified as allowable

in the Guidelines

bull Scribing requires submission of Scribing Unique Accommodation form and Supplemental Field code

bull Necessary for computer adaptive technology and other unique accommodations ndash Gather required information

ndash Contact PDE

ndash PDE provides request for approval form if needed

ndash Contact the Division of Instructional Quality by emailing 00testingpsupenpsuedu

ndash Call the Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction at 7177874234 or 7177052343

ndash Call the Bureau of Special Education

at 7177832311

17

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Concussion policy ndash If a student has been diagnosed with a concussive injury and

there is medical documentation within two weeks of the start of the testing window that states the student may not participate in standardized testing the student should be coded as ldquoRecent Medical Emergencyrdquo In all other instances involving concussive injuries and student nonparticipation the student should be coded as ldquoOtherrdquo Marking ldquoOtherrdquo has a negative impact on participation rate

ndash Documentation must be kept in student record

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Review of Allowable Read-Aloud bull Allowable for Keystone Algebra and Biology

bull Allowable for PSSA Math and Science

bull Allowable for multiple‐choice language questions and writing prompt (on individual basis) found in Section 1 of the ELA at Grades 3ndash8 as per restrictions specified in the Accommodations Guidelines

bull Allowable for the text‐dependent analysis question (TDA)(or a word or phrase from the TDA question) found at the end of Section 3 or Section 4 of the PSSA ELA for Grades 4ndash8 on an individual basis at student request

bull NOT allowable for any Keystone Literature passage or question

bull NOT allowable for any PSSA ELA reading passage multiple choice EBSR or Grade 3 short answer question(s)

bull Also available as audio presentation in online version

18

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Read aloud for math science section 1 of ELA Caution must be taken to allow all students the opportunity to be independent test-takers ndash Online or Paper Student simply raises hand and asks to have an item or part of

an item read aloud is not in a small group and is not identified as needing this as an accommodation Do not mark the bubble This is an occasional occurrence does not require an IEP and is regarded as a test feature

ndash Online Student requires a read aloud of all or much of the test it is documented and used on a regular basis the student may use the audio version of the online tests Online system records the use of the accommodation

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of some questions as requested it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-12 may not de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for some of the test read aloud

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of entire test it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-5 School Assessment Coordinator may de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for all of the test read aloud (Call DRC Customer Service for help with de-spiraling and the number of packets)

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Request for PASA narrative notes bullRequests must be made no later than Dec12 2015 (end of PASA Students enrollment window) to allow for review response and provision of assessment materials

bullComplete the Use of Narrative Notes on the PASA Enrollment Portal (wwwpasadigitalcom) for each student requiring the use of narrative notes

bullDocumentation in studentrsquos file must be available for possible assessment administration monitoring

bullAll requests for Narrative Notes will be submitted via the PASA student enrollment portal

19

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Supplemental resources ndash Tool 1 Guidelines for Selecting

ndash Tool 2 Guidelines for Using

ndash Tool 3 Studentrsquos Perspective

ndash Tool 4 Parentrsquos Input

ndash Tool 5 Documentation of Classroom Use

ndash Tool 6 After-Test Evaluation

ndash Tool 7 Assessment Accommodation Plan

20

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Important Links

ndash Pennsylvanias Accommodations Guidelines posted on PDErsquos website

bull Accommodations Guidelines

ndash National Center on Educational Outcomes (NCEO) Online Training to Improve Accommodations Decision Making posted on NCEOrsquos website

bull httpnceoinfoResourcestraining_modulesAccomm

ndash eDirect program tools and Pennsylvaniarsquos testing program information posted on the Standards Aligned System website

bull httpspadrcedirectcom

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information ndash Data Recognition Corporation Customer Service

bull 18004517849

bull Email pacustomerservicedatarecognitioncorpcom

ndash PASA Project Alternate Assessment bull Dr Naomi Zigmond ndash ReadingMath Email PASArmpittedu

bull Dr Steve Lyon ndash Science Email PASAscipittedu

ndash PaTTAN Specific Disability Information bull Hbg 8003607282 KOP 800 4413215 Pgh 8004465607

httpwwwpattannetcategoryAboutContact

ndash PDE Unique Accommodations bull Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction 7177874234

bull Bureau of Special Education 7177832311

bull Email 00testingpsupenpsuedu

21

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information

bull John Machella PASA jmachellapagov

bull Diane Simaska PSSA ELAKeystone LiteratureAccommodations dsimaskapagov

22

Page 7: Guidelines for Selection and Use of Accommodations for ...€¦ · • This Power Point presentation is not a substitute for the detailed information in the Accommodations Guidelines

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

New Scribing Guidelines for 2015-16 bull Student already uses scribing on day-to-day basis for

instruction and assessment

bull IEP team Section 504 Services Plan team or educational team determines that scribing (dictation) is essential for student access to test

bull OR student has current disabling injury

bull Complete and submit Scribing Unique Accommodation form to PDE at RA-accommodationspagov

bull No approval response from PDE will be given

bull Mark Other bubble and enter Supplemental Field code

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

New Scribing Guidelines for Grades 4-8 ELA bull Mark the Other bubble

bull Call or email PDE for Supplemental Data Field Code ndash 00testingpsupenpsuedu

ndash 717-787-4234 or 717-705-2343

7

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

New Scribing Guidelines for Grades 4-8 ELA bull Complete and submit the 2016 PSSA SCRIBING

UNIQUE ACCOMMODATION form

bull Email to ra-accommodationspagov

ED BAA Accommodations ltRA‐accommodationspagovgt

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Test Features

bull Extended time bull Directions read aloud

Accommodations

bull Frequent breaks bull Read aloud of all

items on math or science test

bull Extended time

8

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Learn about accommodations ndash Do not reduce expectations for learning

ndash Used during instruction and assessment

ndash Ensure a valid measure

bull Accommodations categories ndash Presentation

ndash Response

ndash Setting

ndash Timing

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Decision- Selection Must be making type documented

bull Based on individual need

bull Student IEP Team SupportTeam for 504 Plan ESL Team

bull May not invalidate the state assessment

bull Effectiveness must be evaluated

bull IEP bull 504 Plan bull ESL Plan bull Student

Record

9

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Decision-making ndash Consistent with standards-based IEP and full

participation in grade-level instruction

ndash Attempts to level the playing field to enable demonstration of knowledge and skills

ndash Ensures fair comparisons with other students taking the test

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Selection of accommodation type ndash Consideration of

bull Instructional tasks

bull Assessment anchors and eligible content

ndash More is not necessarily better

ndash Studentrsquos willingness to use bull Self-advocacy

ndash Enables independent learning bull Assistive technology

bull Online testing

10

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Documentation ndash IEP

bull Consideration of special factors Supplementary Aids and Services Present Levels Specially Designed Instruction

bull Section IV Participation in State and Local Assessments

ndash Chapter 15 Service Agreement (504 Plan)

ndash ESL Plan

ndash Student record

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Online testing advantages ndash Guarantees standardized provision of some accommodations

ndash Enables independent test taking

ndash Online tools provided for use as needed

ndash Can decrease number of test administrators

ndash Eliminates managing two booklets

ndash Computer format appealing to students

ndash Enlarges test page to fit an oversized monitor

DOES NOT REQUIRE THE ENTIRE CLASS SCHOOL OR DISTRICT TO TAKE THE ONLINE TEST

11

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Online testing considerations ndash Experience with computer-based learning

ndash Experience with online tools

ndash Practice with test tutorial

ndash Comfort with keyboarding skills (essay responses)

ndash Need for assistive devices

Can be very effective for some students who typically use a computer software program such as Read Write Gold Kurzweil etc

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Before administering accommodations ndash Accommodations used for assessment are also used

for instruction

ndash Students have participated in online tools training and online test tutorial

ndash Establish a clear communication process to ensure each student receives appropriate accommodations during testing

ndash Map out logistics

ndash Test administrators have been provided with clear documentation to ensure appropriate accommodations for each student

12

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull During administration ndash Test administrator adheres to specific

guidelines to ensure validity

ndash Online testers should not have easy view of other computer screens

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Ethical testing practices ndash Must be maintained throughout assessments

ndash Examples of unethical practices include bull Allowing student to answer fewer questions

bull Paraphrasing or offering additional information

bull Coaching during assessment or giving clues

bull Editing student responses

ndash PDE recommends additional proctor when teacher of record administers the test

13

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Test security ndash Involves maintaining confidentiality of test questions and

answers

ndash Becomes an issue when accessible formats are used and when someone other than student is allowed to see the test

ndash All student workfiles must be completely destroyed and deleted

ndash Qualified educational sign language interpreters and native language interpreters must sign confidentiality form

Important note regarding educational sign language interpreters

ndash Interpreters may not serve as the test administrator a separate test administrator is required

ndash Educational sign language interpreters must be provided with 3 days of dedicated time to effectively prepare

for the test

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Accommodations Tables

Table A

Non-IEP Students

IEP Students

ELL Students

Provided byonline system

Yes or No

Table B

Types ofaccommodations

allowable

Paperpencilandor online

Provided byonline system

Yes or No

14

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

TABLE A

ACCOMMODATION ANDOR TEST

FEATURE ALLOWABLE FOR

Non-IEP ALLOWABLE FOR

IEP504 ALLOWABLE FOR

ELL

PROVIDED BY ONLINE SYSTEM

(English Only)

Restrictions apply Must follow directions regarding implementation of accommodation andor test feature Amplification Device X X

With IEP504 X

Audio See ldquoAudiordquo and ldquoSmall Grouprdquo in Category Tables

X X X

Audio Recorder for Responses

X X With IEP504

Augmentative Alternative Communication Device

X X With IEP504

Braille X X With IEP504

Brailler Note Taker X X With IEP504

Calculators X

Changed Test Schedule

X

Color ChooserContrast

X X With IEP504

X

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Indicates online information

bull Indicates restrictions or special instructions

15

1152015

16

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

TABLE B PRESENTATION

ACCOMMODATION ALLOWABLE FOR PAPER

ALLOWABLE FOR ONLINE

PROVIDED BY ONLINE SYSTEM

Amplification Device

(eg hearing aid personal sound amplifier)

X X X Volume control only

Audio

This must be pre-ordered and downloaded separately

The online audio function is limited to individual students who have a documented need for the ENTIRE test to be read aloud

Requires the use of headphones andor one-on-one setting to eliminate distraction to others

The audio function is available for Section 1 of ELA Math Algebra Science and Biology tests in English only

X X English voice only

Individual words or phrases cannot be selected

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Guidelines for specific accommodations ndash Unique accommodations

bull Special circumstances

bull Might alter the construct or results

ndash Read aloud guidelines bull Entire test restrictions de-spiraling booklets

ndash Test administrators

ndash Extended time

ndash Computer adaptive technology

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Approvals for Unique Accommodations bull Not necessary for accommodations that are identified as allowable

in the Guidelines

bull Scribing requires submission of Scribing Unique Accommodation form and Supplemental Field code

bull Necessary for computer adaptive technology and other unique accommodations ndash Gather required information

ndash Contact PDE

ndash PDE provides request for approval form if needed

ndash Contact the Division of Instructional Quality by emailing 00testingpsupenpsuedu

ndash Call the Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction at 7177874234 or 7177052343

ndash Call the Bureau of Special Education

at 7177832311

17

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Concussion policy ndash If a student has been diagnosed with a concussive injury and

there is medical documentation within two weeks of the start of the testing window that states the student may not participate in standardized testing the student should be coded as ldquoRecent Medical Emergencyrdquo In all other instances involving concussive injuries and student nonparticipation the student should be coded as ldquoOtherrdquo Marking ldquoOtherrdquo has a negative impact on participation rate

ndash Documentation must be kept in student record

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Review of Allowable Read-Aloud bull Allowable for Keystone Algebra and Biology

bull Allowable for PSSA Math and Science

bull Allowable for multiple‐choice language questions and writing prompt (on individual basis) found in Section 1 of the ELA at Grades 3ndash8 as per restrictions specified in the Accommodations Guidelines

bull Allowable for the text‐dependent analysis question (TDA)(or a word or phrase from the TDA question) found at the end of Section 3 or Section 4 of the PSSA ELA for Grades 4ndash8 on an individual basis at student request

bull NOT allowable for any Keystone Literature passage or question

bull NOT allowable for any PSSA ELA reading passage multiple choice EBSR or Grade 3 short answer question(s)

bull Also available as audio presentation in online version

18

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Read aloud for math science section 1 of ELA Caution must be taken to allow all students the opportunity to be independent test-takers ndash Online or Paper Student simply raises hand and asks to have an item or part of

an item read aloud is not in a small group and is not identified as needing this as an accommodation Do not mark the bubble This is an occasional occurrence does not require an IEP and is regarded as a test feature

ndash Online Student requires a read aloud of all or much of the test it is documented and used on a regular basis the student may use the audio version of the online tests Online system records the use of the accommodation

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of some questions as requested it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-12 may not de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for some of the test read aloud

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of entire test it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-5 School Assessment Coordinator may de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for all of the test read aloud (Call DRC Customer Service for help with de-spiraling and the number of packets)

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Request for PASA narrative notes bullRequests must be made no later than Dec12 2015 (end of PASA Students enrollment window) to allow for review response and provision of assessment materials

bullComplete the Use of Narrative Notes on the PASA Enrollment Portal (wwwpasadigitalcom) for each student requiring the use of narrative notes

bullDocumentation in studentrsquos file must be available for possible assessment administration monitoring

bullAll requests for Narrative Notes will be submitted via the PASA student enrollment portal

19

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Supplemental resources ndash Tool 1 Guidelines for Selecting

ndash Tool 2 Guidelines for Using

ndash Tool 3 Studentrsquos Perspective

ndash Tool 4 Parentrsquos Input

ndash Tool 5 Documentation of Classroom Use

ndash Tool 6 After-Test Evaluation

ndash Tool 7 Assessment Accommodation Plan

20

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Important Links

ndash Pennsylvanias Accommodations Guidelines posted on PDErsquos website

bull Accommodations Guidelines

ndash National Center on Educational Outcomes (NCEO) Online Training to Improve Accommodations Decision Making posted on NCEOrsquos website

bull httpnceoinfoResourcestraining_modulesAccomm

ndash eDirect program tools and Pennsylvaniarsquos testing program information posted on the Standards Aligned System website

bull httpspadrcedirectcom

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information ndash Data Recognition Corporation Customer Service

bull 18004517849

bull Email pacustomerservicedatarecognitioncorpcom

ndash PASA Project Alternate Assessment bull Dr Naomi Zigmond ndash ReadingMath Email PASArmpittedu

bull Dr Steve Lyon ndash Science Email PASAscipittedu

ndash PaTTAN Specific Disability Information bull Hbg 8003607282 KOP 800 4413215 Pgh 8004465607

httpwwwpattannetcategoryAboutContact

ndash PDE Unique Accommodations bull Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction 7177874234

bull Bureau of Special Education 7177832311

bull Email 00testingpsupenpsuedu

21

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information

bull John Machella PASA jmachellapagov

bull Diane Simaska PSSA ELAKeystone LiteratureAccommodations dsimaskapagov

22

Page 8: Guidelines for Selection and Use of Accommodations for ...€¦ · • This Power Point presentation is not a substitute for the detailed information in the Accommodations Guidelines

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

New Scribing Guidelines for Grades 4-8 ELA bull Complete and submit the 2016 PSSA SCRIBING

UNIQUE ACCOMMODATION form

bull Email to ra-accommodationspagov

ED BAA Accommodations ltRA‐accommodationspagovgt

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Test Features

bull Extended time bull Directions read aloud

Accommodations

bull Frequent breaks bull Read aloud of all

items on math or science test

bull Extended time

8

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Learn about accommodations ndash Do not reduce expectations for learning

ndash Used during instruction and assessment

ndash Ensure a valid measure

bull Accommodations categories ndash Presentation

ndash Response

ndash Setting

ndash Timing

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Decision- Selection Must be making type documented

bull Based on individual need

bull Student IEP Team SupportTeam for 504 Plan ESL Team

bull May not invalidate the state assessment

bull Effectiveness must be evaluated

bull IEP bull 504 Plan bull ESL Plan bull Student

Record

9

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Decision-making ndash Consistent with standards-based IEP and full

participation in grade-level instruction

ndash Attempts to level the playing field to enable demonstration of knowledge and skills

ndash Ensures fair comparisons with other students taking the test

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Selection of accommodation type ndash Consideration of

bull Instructional tasks

bull Assessment anchors and eligible content

ndash More is not necessarily better

ndash Studentrsquos willingness to use bull Self-advocacy

ndash Enables independent learning bull Assistive technology

bull Online testing

10

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Documentation ndash IEP

bull Consideration of special factors Supplementary Aids and Services Present Levels Specially Designed Instruction

bull Section IV Participation in State and Local Assessments

ndash Chapter 15 Service Agreement (504 Plan)

ndash ESL Plan

ndash Student record

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Online testing advantages ndash Guarantees standardized provision of some accommodations

ndash Enables independent test taking

ndash Online tools provided for use as needed

ndash Can decrease number of test administrators

ndash Eliminates managing two booklets

ndash Computer format appealing to students

ndash Enlarges test page to fit an oversized monitor

DOES NOT REQUIRE THE ENTIRE CLASS SCHOOL OR DISTRICT TO TAKE THE ONLINE TEST

11

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Online testing considerations ndash Experience with computer-based learning

ndash Experience with online tools

ndash Practice with test tutorial

ndash Comfort with keyboarding skills (essay responses)

ndash Need for assistive devices

Can be very effective for some students who typically use a computer software program such as Read Write Gold Kurzweil etc

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Before administering accommodations ndash Accommodations used for assessment are also used

for instruction

ndash Students have participated in online tools training and online test tutorial

ndash Establish a clear communication process to ensure each student receives appropriate accommodations during testing

ndash Map out logistics

ndash Test administrators have been provided with clear documentation to ensure appropriate accommodations for each student

12

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull During administration ndash Test administrator adheres to specific

guidelines to ensure validity

ndash Online testers should not have easy view of other computer screens

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Ethical testing practices ndash Must be maintained throughout assessments

ndash Examples of unethical practices include bull Allowing student to answer fewer questions

bull Paraphrasing or offering additional information

bull Coaching during assessment or giving clues

bull Editing student responses

ndash PDE recommends additional proctor when teacher of record administers the test

13

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Test security ndash Involves maintaining confidentiality of test questions and

answers

ndash Becomes an issue when accessible formats are used and when someone other than student is allowed to see the test

ndash All student workfiles must be completely destroyed and deleted

ndash Qualified educational sign language interpreters and native language interpreters must sign confidentiality form

Important note regarding educational sign language interpreters

ndash Interpreters may not serve as the test administrator a separate test administrator is required

ndash Educational sign language interpreters must be provided with 3 days of dedicated time to effectively prepare

for the test

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Accommodations Tables

Table A

Non-IEP Students

IEP Students

ELL Students

Provided byonline system

Yes or No

Table B

Types ofaccommodations

allowable

Paperpencilandor online

Provided byonline system

Yes or No

14

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

TABLE A

ACCOMMODATION ANDOR TEST

FEATURE ALLOWABLE FOR

Non-IEP ALLOWABLE FOR

IEP504 ALLOWABLE FOR

ELL

PROVIDED BY ONLINE SYSTEM

(English Only)

Restrictions apply Must follow directions regarding implementation of accommodation andor test feature Amplification Device X X

With IEP504 X

Audio See ldquoAudiordquo and ldquoSmall Grouprdquo in Category Tables

X X X

Audio Recorder for Responses

X X With IEP504

Augmentative Alternative Communication Device

X X With IEP504

Braille X X With IEP504

Brailler Note Taker X X With IEP504

Calculators X

Changed Test Schedule

X

Color ChooserContrast

X X With IEP504

X

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Indicates online information

bull Indicates restrictions or special instructions

15

1152015

16

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

TABLE B PRESENTATION

ACCOMMODATION ALLOWABLE FOR PAPER

ALLOWABLE FOR ONLINE

PROVIDED BY ONLINE SYSTEM

Amplification Device

(eg hearing aid personal sound amplifier)

X X X Volume control only

Audio

This must be pre-ordered and downloaded separately

The online audio function is limited to individual students who have a documented need for the ENTIRE test to be read aloud

Requires the use of headphones andor one-on-one setting to eliminate distraction to others

The audio function is available for Section 1 of ELA Math Algebra Science and Biology tests in English only

X X English voice only

Individual words or phrases cannot be selected

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Guidelines for specific accommodations ndash Unique accommodations

bull Special circumstances

bull Might alter the construct or results

ndash Read aloud guidelines bull Entire test restrictions de-spiraling booklets

ndash Test administrators

ndash Extended time

ndash Computer adaptive technology

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Approvals for Unique Accommodations bull Not necessary for accommodations that are identified as allowable

in the Guidelines

bull Scribing requires submission of Scribing Unique Accommodation form and Supplemental Field code

bull Necessary for computer adaptive technology and other unique accommodations ndash Gather required information

ndash Contact PDE

ndash PDE provides request for approval form if needed

ndash Contact the Division of Instructional Quality by emailing 00testingpsupenpsuedu

ndash Call the Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction at 7177874234 or 7177052343

ndash Call the Bureau of Special Education

at 7177832311

17

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Concussion policy ndash If a student has been diagnosed with a concussive injury and

there is medical documentation within two weeks of the start of the testing window that states the student may not participate in standardized testing the student should be coded as ldquoRecent Medical Emergencyrdquo In all other instances involving concussive injuries and student nonparticipation the student should be coded as ldquoOtherrdquo Marking ldquoOtherrdquo has a negative impact on participation rate

ndash Documentation must be kept in student record

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Review of Allowable Read-Aloud bull Allowable for Keystone Algebra and Biology

bull Allowable for PSSA Math and Science

bull Allowable for multiple‐choice language questions and writing prompt (on individual basis) found in Section 1 of the ELA at Grades 3ndash8 as per restrictions specified in the Accommodations Guidelines

bull Allowable for the text‐dependent analysis question (TDA)(or a word or phrase from the TDA question) found at the end of Section 3 or Section 4 of the PSSA ELA for Grades 4ndash8 on an individual basis at student request

bull NOT allowable for any Keystone Literature passage or question

bull NOT allowable for any PSSA ELA reading passage multiple choice EBSR or Grade 3 short answer question(s)

bull Also available as audio presentation in online version

18

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Read aloud for math science section 1 of ELA Caution must be taken to allow all students the opportunity to be independent test-takers ndash Online or Paper Student simply raises hand and asks to have an item or part of

an item read aloud is not in a small group and is not identified as needing this as an accommodation Do not mark the bubble This is an occasional occurrence does not require an IEP and is regarded as a test feature

ndash Online Student requires a read aloud of all or much of the test it is documented and used on a regular basis the student may use the audio version of the online tests Online system records the use of the accommodation

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of some questions as requested it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-12 may not de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for some of the test read aloud

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of entire test it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-5 School Assessment Coordinator may de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for all of the test read aloud (Call DRC Customer Service for help with de-spiraling and the number of packets)

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Request for PASA narrative notes bullRequests must be made no later than Dec12 2015 (end of PASA Students enrollment window) to allow for review response and provision of assessment materials

bullComplete the Use of Narrative Notes on the PASA Enrollment Portal (wwwpasadigitalcom) for each student requiring the use of narrative notes

bullDocumentation in studentrsquos file must be available for possible assessment administration monitoring

bullAll requests for Narrative Notes will be submitted via the PASA student enrollment portal

19

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Supplemental resources ndash Tool 1 Guidelines for Selecting

ndash Tool 2 Guidelines for Using

ndash Tool 3 Studentrsquos Perspective

ndash Tool 4 Parentrsquos Input

ndash Tool 5 Documentation of Classroom Use

ndash Tool 6 After-Test Evaluation

ndash Tool 7 Assessment Accommodation Plan

20

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Important Links

ndash Pennsylvanias Accommodations Guidelines posted on PDErsquos website

bull Accommodations Guidelines

ndash National Center on Educational Outcomes (NCEO) Online Training to Improve Accommodations Decision Making posted on NCEOrsquos website

bull httpnceoinfoResourcestraining_modulesAccomm

ndash eDirect program tools and Pennsylvaniarsquos testing program information posted on the Standards Aligned System website

bull httpspadrcedirectcom

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information ndash Data Recognition Corporation Customer Service

bull 18004517849

bull Email pacustomerservicedatarecognitioncorpcom

ndash PASA Project Alternate Assessment bull Dr Naomi Zigmond ndash ReadingMath Email PASArmpittedu

bull Dr Steve Lyon ndash Science Email PASAscipittedu

ndash PaTTAN Specific Disability Information bull Hbg 8003607282 KOP 800 4413215 Pgh 8004465607

httpwwwpattannetcategoryAboutContact

ndash PDE Unique Accommodations bull Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction 7177874234

bull Bureau of Special Education 7177832311

bull Email 00testingpsupenpsuedu

21

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information

bull John Machella PASA jmachellapagov

bull Diane Simaska PSSA ELAKeystone LiteratureAccommodations dsimaskapagov

22

Page 9: Guidelines for Selection and Use of Accommodations for ...€¦ · • This Power Point presentation is not a substitute for the detailed information in the Accommodations Guidelines

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Learn about accommodations ndash Do not reduce expectations for learning

ndash Used during instruction and assessment

ndash Ensure a valid measure

bull Accommodations categories ndash Presentation

ndash Response

ndash Setting

ndash Timing

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Decision- Selection Must be making type documented

bull Based on individual need

bull Student IEP Team SupportTeam for 504 Plan ESL Team

bull May not invalidate the state assessment

bull Effectiveness must be evaluated

bull IEP bull 504 Plan bull ESL Plan bull Student

Record

9

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Decision-making ndash Consistent with standards-based IEP and full

participation in grade-level instruction

ndash Attempts to level the playing field to enable demonstration of knowledge and skills

ndash Ensures fair comparisons with other students taking the test

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Selection of accommodation type ndash Consideration of

bull Instructional tasks

bull Assessment anchors and eligible content

ndash More is not necessarily better

ndash Studentrsquos willingness to use bull Self-advocacy

ndash Enables independent learning bull Assistive technology

bull Online testing

10

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Documentation ndash IEP

bull Consideration of special factors Supplementary Aids and Services Present Levels Specially Designed Instruction

bull Section IV Participation in State and Local Assessments

ndash Chapter 15 Service Agreement (504 Plan)

ndash ESL Plan

ndash Student record

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Online testing advantages ndash Guarantees standardized provision of some accommodations

ndash Enables independent test taking

ndash Online tools provided for use as needed

ndash Can decrease number of test administrators

ndash Eliminates managing two booklets

ndash Computer format appealing to students

ndash Enlarges test page to fit an oversized monitor

DOES NOT REQUIRE THE ENTIRE CLASS SCHOOL OR DISTRICT TO TAKE THE ONLINE TEST

11

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Online testing considerations ndash Experience with computer-based learning

ndash Experience with online tools

ndash Practice with test tutorial

ndash Comfort with keyboarding skills (essay responses)

ndash Need for assistive devices

Can be very effective for some students who typically use a computer software program such as Read Write Gold Kurzweil etc

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Before administering accommodations ndash Accommodations used for assessment are also used

for instruction

ndash Students have participated in online tools training and online test tutorial

ndash Establish a clear communication process to ensure each student receives appropriate accommodations during testing

ndash Map out logistics

ndash Test administrators have been provided with clear documentation to ensure appropriate accommodations for each student

12

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull During administration ndash Test administrator adheres to specific

guidelines to ensure validity

ndash Online testers should not have easy view of other computer screens

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Ethical testing practices ndash Must be maintained throughout assessments

ndash Examples of unethical practices include bull Allowing student to answer fewer questions

bull Paraphrasing or offering additional information

bull Coaching during assessment or giving clues

bull Editing student responses

ndash PDE recommends additional proctor when teacher of record administers the test

13

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Test security ndash Involves maintaining confidentiality of test questions and

answers

ndash Becomes an issue when accessible formats are used and when someone other than student is allowed to see the test

ndash All student workfiles must be completely destroyed and deleted

ndash Qualified educational sign language interpreters and native language interpreters must sign confidentiality form

Important note regarding educational sign language interpreters

ndash Interpreters may not serve as the test administrator a separate test administrator is required

ndash Educational sign language interpreters must be provided with 3 days of dedicated time to effectively prepare

for the test

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Accommodations Tables

Table A

Non-IEP Students

IEP Students

ELL Students

Provided byonline system

Yes or No

Table B

Types ofaccommodations

allowable

Paperpencilandor online

Provided byonline system

Yes or No

14

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

TABLE A

ACCOMMODATION ANDOR TEST

FEATURE ALLOWABLE FOR

Non-IEP ALLOWABLE FOR

IEP504 ALLOWABLE FOR

ELL

PROVIDED BY ONLINE SYSTEM

(English Only)

Restrictions apply Must follow directions regarding implementation of accommodation andor test feature Amplification Device X X

With IEP504 X

Audio See ldquoAudiordquo and ldquoSmall Grouprdquo in Category Tables

X X X

Audio Recorder for Responses

X X With IEP504

Augmentative Alternative Communication Device

X X With IEP504

Braille X X With IEP504

Brailler Note Taker X X With IEP504

Calculators X

Changed Test Schedule

X

Color ChooserContrast

X X With IEP504

X

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Indicates online information

bull Indicates restrictions or special instructions

15

1152015

16

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

TABLE B PRESENTATION

ACCOMMODATION ALLOWABLE FOR PAPER

ALLOWABLE FOR ONLINE

PROVIDED BY ONLINE SYSTEM

Amplification Device

(eg hearing aid personal sound amplifier)

X X X Volume control only

Audio

This must be pre-ordered and downloaded separately

The online audio function is limited to individual students who have a documented need for the ENTIRE test to be read aloud

Requires the use of headphones andor one-on-one setting to eliminate distraction to others

The audio function is available for Section 1 of ELA Math Algebra Science and Biology tests in English only

X X English voice only

Individual words or phrases cannot be selected

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Guidelines for specific accommodations ndash Unique accommodations

bull Special circumstances

bull Might alter the construct or results

ndash Read aloud guidelines bull Entire test restrictions de-spiraling booklets

ndash Test administrators

ndash Extended time

ndash Computer adaptive technology

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Approvals for Unique Accommodations bull Not necessary for accommodations that are identified as allowable

in the Guidelines

bull Scribing requires submission of Scribing Unique Accommodation form and Supplemental Field code

bull Necessary for computer adaptive technology and other unique accommodations ndash Gather required information

ndash Contact PDE

ndash PDE provides request for approval form if needed

ndash Contact the Division of Instructional Quality by emailing 00testingpsupenpsuedu

ndash Call the Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction at 7177874234 or 7177052343

ndash Call the Bureau of Special Education

at 7177832311

17

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Concussion policy ndash If a student has been diagnosed with a concussive injury and

there is medical documentation within two weeks of the start of the testing window that states the student may not participate in standardized testing the student should be coded as ldquoRecent Medical Emergencyrdquo In all other instances involving concussive injuries and student nonparticipation the student should be coded as ldquoOtherrdquo Marking ldquoOtherrdquo has a negative impact on participation rate

ndash Documentation must be kept in student record

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Review of Allowable Read-Aloud bull Allowable for Keystone Algebra and Biology

bull Allowable for PSSA Math and Science

bull Allowable for multiple‐choice language questions and writing prompt (on individual basis) found in Section 1 of the ELA at Grades 3ndash8 as per restrictions specified in the Accommodations Guidelines

bull Allowable for the text‐dependent analysis question (TDA)(or a word or phrase from the TDA question) found at the end of Section 3 or Section 4 of the PSSA ELA for Grades 4ndash8 on an individual basis at student request

bull NOT allowable for any Keystone Literature passage or question

bull NOT allowable for any PSSA ELA reading passage multiple choice EBSR or Grade 3 short answer question(s)

bull Also available as audio presentation in online version

18

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Read aloud for math science section 1 of ELA Caution must be taken to allow all students the opportunity to be independent test-takers ndash Online or Paper Student simply raises hand and asks to have an item or part of

an item read aloud is not in a small group and is not identified as needing this as an accommodation Do not mark the bubble This is an occasional occurrence does not require an IEP and is regarded as a test feature

ndash Online Student requires a read aloud of all or much of the test it is documented and used on a regular basis the student may use the audio version of the online tests Online system records the use of the accommodation

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of some questions as requested it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-12 may not de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for some of the test read aloud

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of entire test it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-5 School Assessment Coordinator may de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for all of the test read aloud (Call DRC Customer Service for help with de-spiraling and the number of packets)

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Request for PASA narrative notes bullRequests must be made no later than Dec12 2015 (end of PASA Students enrollment window) to allow for review response and provision of assessment materials

bullComplete the Use of Narrative Notes on the PASA Enrollment Portal (wwwpasadigitalcom) for each student requiring the use of narrative notes

bullDocumentation in studentrsquos file must be available for possible assessment administration monitoring

bullAll requests for Narrative Notes will be submitted via the PASA student enrollment portal

19

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Supplemental resources ndash Tool 1 Guidelines for Selecting

ndash Tool 2 Guidelines for Using

ndash Tool 3 Studentrsquos Perspective

ndash Tool 4 Parentrsquos Input

ndash Tool 5 Documentation of Classroom Use

ndash Tool 6 After-Test Evaluation

ndash Tool 7 Assessment Accommodation Plan

20

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Important Links

ndash Pennsylvanias Accommodations Guidelines posted on PDErsquos website

bull Accommodations Guidelines

ndash National Center on Educational Outcomes (NCEO) Online Training to Improve Accommodations Decision Making posted on NCEOrsquos website

bull httpnceoinfoResourcestraining_modulesAccomm

ndash eDirect program tools and Pennsylvaniarsquos testing program information posted on the Standards Aligned System website

bull httpspadrcedirectcom

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information ndash Data Recognition Corporation Customer Service

bull 18004517849

bull Email pacustomerservicedatarecognitioncorpcom

ndash PASA Project Alternate Assessment bull Dr Naomi Zigmond ndash ReadingMath Email PASArmpittedu

bull Dr Steve Lyon ndash Science Email PASAscipittedu

ndash PaTTAN Specific Disability Information bull Hbg 8003607282 KOP 800 4413215 Pgh 8004465607

httpwwwpattannetcategoryAboutContact

ndash PDE Unique Accommodations bull Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction 7177874234

bull Bureau of Special Education 7177832311

bull Email 00testingpsupenpsuedu

21

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information

bull John Machella PASA jmachellapagov

bull Diane Simaska PSSA ELAKeystone LiteratureAccommodations dsimaskapagov

22

Page 10: Guidelines for Selection and Use of Accommodations for ...€¦ · • This Power Point presentation is not a substitute for the detailed information in the Accommodations Guidelines

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Decision-making ndash Consistent with standards-based IEP and full

participation in grade-level instruction

ndash Attempts to level the playing field to enable demonstration of knowledge and skills

ndash Ensures fair comparisons with other students taking the test

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Selection of accommodation type ndash Consideration of

bull Instructional tasks

bull Assessment anchors and eligible content

ndash More is not necessarily better

ndash Studentrsquos willingness to use bull Self-advocacy

ndash Enables independent learning bull Assistive technology

bull Online testing

10

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Documentation ndash IEP

bull Consideration of special factors Supplementary Aids and Services Present Levels Specially Designed Instruction

bull Section IV Participation in State and Local Assessments

ndash Chapter 15 Service Agreement (504 Plan)

ndash ESL Plan

ndash Student record

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Online testing advantages ndash Guarantees standardized provision of some accommodations

ndash Enables independent test taking

ndash Online tools provided for use as needed

ndash Can decrease number of test administrators

ndash Eliminates managing two booklets

ndash Computer format appealing to students

ndash Enlarges test page to fit an oversized monitor

DOES NOT REQUIRE THE ENTIRE CLASS SCHOOL OR DISTRICT TO TAKE THE ONLINE TEST

11

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Online testing considerations ndash Experience with computer-based learning

ndash Experience with online tools

ndash Practice with test tutorial

ndash Comfort with keyboarding skills (essay responses)

ndash Need for assistive devices

Can be very effective for some students who typically use a computer software program such as Read Write Gold Kurzweil etc

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Before administering accommodations ndash Accommodations used for assessment are also used

for instruction

ndash Students have participated in online tools training and online test tutorial

ndash Establish a clear communication process to ensure each student receives appropriate accommodations during testing

ndash Map out logistics

ndash Test administrators have been provided with clear documentation to ensure appropriate accommodations for each student

12

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull During administration ndash Test administrator adheres to specific

guidelines to ensure validity

ndash Online testers should not have easy view of other computer screens

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Ethical testing practices ndash Must be maintained throughout assessments

ndash Examples of unethical practices include bull Allowing student to answer fewer questions

bull Paraphrasing or offering additional information

bull Coaching during assessment or giving clues

bull Editing student responses

ndash PDE recommends additional proctor when teacher of record administers the test

13

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Test security ndash Involves maintaining confidentiality of test questions and

answers

ndash Becomes an issue when accessible formats are used and when someone other than student is allowed to see the test

ndash All student workfiles must be completely destroyed and deleted

ndash Qualified educational sign language interpreters and native language interpreters must sign confidentiality form

Important note regarding educational sign language interpreters

ndash Interpreters may not serve as the test administrator a separate test administrator is required

ndash Educational sign language interpreters must be provided with 3 days of dedicated time to effectively prepare

for the test

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Accommodations Tables

Table A

Non-IEP Students

IEP Students

ELL Students

Provided byonline system

Yes or No

Table B

Types ofaccommodations

allowable

Paperpencilandor online

Provided byonline system

Yes or No

14

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

TABLE A

ACCOMMODATION ANDOR TEST

FEATURE ALLOWABLE FOR

Non-IEP ALLOWABLE FOR

IEP504 ALLOWABLE FOR

ELL

PROVIDED BY ONLINE SYSTEM

(English Only)

Restrictions apply Must follow directions regarding implementation of accommodation andor test feature Amplification Device X X

With IEP504 X

Audio See ldquoAudiordquo and ldquoSmall Grouprdquo in Category Tables

X X X

Audio Recorder for Responses

X X With IEP504

Augmentative Alternative Communication Device

X X With IEP504

Braille X X With IEP504

Brailler Note Taker X X With IEP504

Calculators X

Changed Test Schedule

X

Color ChooserContrast

X X With IEP504

X

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Indicates online information

bull Indicates restrictions or special instructions

15

1152015

16

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

TABLE B PRESENTATION

ACCOMMODATION ALLOWABLE FOR PAPER

ALLOWABLE FOR ONLINE

PROVIDED BY ONLINE SYSTEM

Amplification Device

(eg hearing aid personal sound amplifier)

X X X Volume control only

Audio

This must be pre-ordered and downloaded separately

The online audio function is limited to individual students who have a documented need for the ENTIRE test to be read aloud

Requires the use of headphones andor one-on-one setting to eliminate distraction to others

The audio function is available for Section 1 of ELA Math Algebra Science and Biology tests in English only

X X English voice only

Individual words or phrases cannot be selected

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Guidelines for specific accommodations ndash Unique accommodations

bull Special circumstances

bull Might alter the construct or results

ndash Read aloud guidelines bull Entire test restrictions de-spiraling booklets

ndash Test administrators

ndash Extended time

ndash Computer adaptive technology

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Approvals for Unique Accommodations bull Not necessary for accommodations that are identified as allowable

in the Guidelines

bull Scribing requires submission of Scribing Unique Accommodation form and Supplemental Field code

bull Necessary for computer adaptive technology and other unique accommodations ndash Gather required information

ndash Contact PDE

ndash PDE provides request for approval form if needed

ndash Contact the Division of Instructional Quality by emailing 00testingpsupenpsuedu

ndash Call the Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction at 7177874234 or 7177052343

ndash Call the Bureau of Special Education

at 7177832311

17

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Concussion policy ndash If a student has been diagnosed with a concussive injury and

there is medical documentation within two weeks of the start of the testing window that states the student may not participate in standardized testing the student should be coded as ldquoRecent Medical Emergencyrdquo In all other instances involving concussive injuries and student nonparticipation the student should be coded as ldquoOtherrdquo Marking ldquoOtherrdquo has a negative impact on participation rate

ndash Documentation must be kept in student record

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Review of Allowable Read-Aloud bull Allowable for Keystone Algebra and Biology

bull Allowable for PSSA Math and Science

bull Allowable for multiple‐choice language questions and writing prompt (on individual basis) found in Section 1 of the ELA at Grades 3ndash8 as per restrictions specified in the Accommodations Guidelines

bull Allowable for the text‐dependent analysis question (TDA)(or a word or phrase from the TDA question) found at the end of Section 3 or Section 4 of the PSSA ELA for Grades 4ndash8 on an individual basis at student request

bull NOT allowable for any Keystone Literature passage or question

bull NOT allowable for any PSSA ELA reading passage multiple choice EBSR or Grade 3 short answer question(s)

bull Also available as audio presentation in online version

18

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Read aloud for math science section 1 of ELA Caution must be taken to allow all students the opportunity to be independent test-takers ndash Online or Paper Student simply raises hand and asks to have an item or part of

an item read aloud is not in a small group and is not identified as needing this as an accommodation Do not mark the bubble This is an occasional occurrence does not require an IEP and is regarded as a test feature

ndash Online Student requires a read aloud of all or much of the test it is documented and used on a regular basis the student may use the audio version of the online tests Online system records the use of the accommodation

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of some questions as requested it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-12 may not de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for some of the test read aloud

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of entire test it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-5 School Assessment Coordinator may de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for all of the test read aloud (Call DRC Customer Service for help with de-spiraling and the number of packets)

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Request for PASA narrative notes bullRequests must be made no later than Dec12 2015 (end of PASA Students enrollment window) to allow for review response and provision of assessment materials

bullComplete the Use of Narrative Notes on the PASA Enrollment Portal (wwwpasadigitalcom) for each student requiring the use of narrative notes

bullDocumentation in studentrsquos file must be available for possible assessment administration monitoring

bullAll requests for Narrative Notes will be submitted via the PASA student enrollment portal

19

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Supplemental resources ndash Tool 1 Guidelines for Selecting

ndash Tool 2 Guidelines for Using

ndash Tool 3 Studentrsquos Perspective

ndash Tool 4 Parentrsquos Input

ndash Tool 5 Documentation of Classroom Use

ndash Tool 6 After-Test Evaluation

ndash Tool 7 Assessment Accommodation Plan

20

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Important Links

ndash Pennsylvanias Accommodations Guidelines posted on PDErsquos website

bull Accommodations Guidelines

ndash National Center on Educational Outcomes (NCEO) Online Training to Improve Accommodations Decision Making posted on NCEOrsquos website

bull httpnceoinfoResourcestraining_modulesAccomm

ndash eDirect program tools and Pennsylvaniarsquos testing program information posted on the Standards Aligned System website

bull httpspadrcedirectcom

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information ndash Data Recognition Corporation Customer Service

bull 18004517849

bull Email pacustomerservicedatarecognitioncorpcom

ndash PASA Project Alternate Assessment bull Dr Naomi Zigmond ndash ReadingMath Email PASArmpittedu

bull Dr Steve Lyon ndash Science Email PASAscipittedu

ndash PaTTAN Specific Disability Information bull Hbg 8003607282 KOP 800 4413215 Pgh 8004465607

httpwwwpattannetcategoryAboutContact

ndash PDE Unique Accommodations bull Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction 7177874234

bull Bureau of Special Education 7177832311

bull Email 00testingpsupenpsuedu

21

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information

bull John Machella PASA jmachellapagov

bull Diane Simaska PSSA ELAKeystone LiteratureAccommodations dsimaskapagov

22

Page 11: Guidelines for Selection and Use of Accommodations for ...€¦ · • This Power Point presentation is not a substitute for the detailed information in the Accommodations Guidelines

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Documentation ndash IEP

bull Consideration of special factors Supplementary Aids and Services Present Levels Specially Designed Instruction

bull Section IV Participation in State and Local Assessments

ndash Chapter 15 Service Agreement (504 Plan)

ndash ESL Plan

ndash Student record

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Online testing advantages ndash Guarantees standardized provision of some accommodations

ndash Enables independent test taking

ndash Online tools provided for use as needed

ndash Can decrease number of test administrators

ndash Eliminates managing two booklets

ndash Computer format appealing to students

ndash Enlarges test page to fit an oversized monitor

DOES NOT REQUIRE THE ENTIRE CLASS SCHOOL OR DISTRICT TO TAKE THE ONLINE TEST

11

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Online testing considerations ndash Experience with computer-based learning

ndash Experience with online tools

ndash Practice with test tutorial

ndash Comfort with keyboarding skills (essay responses)

ndash Need for assistive devices

Can be very effective for some students who typically use a computer software program such as Read Write Gold Kurzweil etc

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Before administering accommodations ndash Accommodations used for assessment are also used

for instruction

ndash Students have participated in online tools training and online test tutorial

ndash Establish a clear communication process to ensure each student receives appropriate accommodations during testing

ndash Map out logistics

ndash Test administrators have been provided with clear documentation to ensure appropriate accommodations for each student

12

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull During administration ndash Test administrator adheres to specific

guidelines to ensure validity

ndash Online testers should not have easy view of other computer screens

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Ethical testing practices ndash Must be maintained throughout assessments

ndash Examples of unethical practices include bull Allowing student to answer fewer questions

bull Paraphrasing or offering additional information

bull Coaching during assessment or giving clues

bull Editing student responses

ndash PDE recommends additional proctor when teacher of record administers the test

13

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Test security ndash Involves maintaining confidentiality of test questions and

answers

ndash Becomes an issue when accessible formats are used and when someone other than student is allowed to see the test

ndash All student workfiles must be completely destroyed and deleted

ndash Qualified educational sign language interpreters and native language interpreters must sign confidentiality form

Important note regarding educational sign language interpreters

ndash Interpreters may not serve as the test administrator a separate test administrator is required

ndash Educational sign language interpreters must be provided with 3 days of dedicated time to effectively prepare

for the test

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Accommodations Tables

Table A

Non-IEP Students

IEP Students

ELL Students

Provided byonline system

Yes or No

Table B

Types ofaccommodations

allowable

Paperpencilandor online

Provided byonline system

Yes or No

14

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

TABLE A

ACCOMMODATION ANDOR TEST

FEATURE ALLOWABLE FOR

Non-IEP ALLOWABLE FOR

IEP504 ALLOWABLE FOR

ELL

PROVIDED BY ONLINE SYSTEM

(English Only)

Restrictions apply Must follow directions regarding implementation of accommodation andor test feature Amplification Device X X

With IEP504 X

Audio See ldquoAudiordquo and ldquoSmall Grouprdquo in Category Tables

X X X

Audio Recorder for Responses

X X With IEP504

Augmentative Alternative Communication Device

X X With IEP504

Braille X X With IEP504

Brailler Note Taker X X With IEP504

Calculators X

Changed Test Schedule

X

Color ChooserContrast

X X With IEP504

X

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Indicates online information

bull Indicates restrictions or special instructions

15

1152015

16

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

TABLE B PRESENTATION

ACCOMMODATION ALLOWABLE FOR PAPER

ALLOWABLE FOR ONLINE

PROVIDED BY ONLINE SYSTEM

Amplification Device

(eg hearing aid personal sound amplifier)

X X X Volume control only

Audio

This must be pre-ordered and downloaded separately

The online audio function is limited to individual students who have a documented need for the ENTIRE test to be read aloud

Requires the use of headphones andor one-on-one setting to eliminate distraction to others

The audio function is available for Section 1 of ELA Math Algebra Science and Biology tests in English only

X X English voice only

Individual words or phrases cannot be selected

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Guidelines for specific accommodations ndash Unique accommodations

bull Special circumstances

bull Might alter the construct or results

ndash Read aloud guidelines bull Entire test restrictions de-spiraling booklets

ndash Test administrators

ndash Extended time

ndash Computer adaptive technology

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Approvals for Unique Accommodations bull Not necessary for accommodations that are identified as allowable

in the Guidelines

bull Scribing requires submission of Scribing Unique Accommodation form and Supplemental Field code

bull Necessary for computer adaptive technology and other unique accommodations ndash Gather required information

ndash Contact PDE

ndash PDE provides request for approval form if needed

ndash Contact the Division of Instructional Quality by emailing 00testingpsupenpsuedu

ndash Call the Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction at 7177874234 or 7177052343

ndash Call the Bureau of Special Education

at 7177832311

17

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Concussion policy ndash If a student has been diagnosed with a concussive injury and

there is medical documentation within two weeks of the start of the testing window that states the student may not participate in standardized testing the student should be coded as ldquoRecent Medical Emergencyrdquo In all other instances involving concussive injuries and student nonparticipation the student should be coded as ldquoOtherrdquo Marking ldquoOtherrdquo has a negative impact on participation rate

ndash Documentation must be kept in student record

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Review of Allowable Read-Aloud bull Allowable for Keystone Algebra and Biology

bull Allowable for PSSA Math and Science

bull Allowable for multiple‐choice language questions and writing prompt (on individual basis) found in Section 1 of the ELA at Grades 3ndash8 as per restrictions specified in the Accommodations Guidelines

bull Allowable for the text‐dependent analysis question (TDA)(or a word or phrase from the TDA question) found at the end of Section 3 or Section 4 of the PSSA ELA for Grades 4ndash8 on an individual basis at student request

bull NOT allowable for any Keystone Literature passage or question

bull NOT allowable for any PSSA ELA reading passage multiple choice EBSR or Grade 3 short answer question(s)

bull Also available as audio presentation in online version

18

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Read aloud for math science section 1 of ELA Caution must be taken to allow all students the opportunity to be independent test-takers ndash Online or Paper Student simply raises hand and asks to have an item or part of

an item read aloud is not in a small group and is not identified as needing this as an accommodation Do not mark the bubble This is an occasional occurrence does not require an IEP and is regarded as a test feature

ndash Online Student requires a read aloud of all or much of the test it is documented and used on a regular basis the student may use the audio version of the online tests Online system records the use of the accommodation

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of some questions as requested it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-12 may not de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for some of the test read aloud

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of entire test it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-5 School Assessment Coordinator may de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for all of the test read aloud (Call DRC Customer Service for help with de-spiraling and the number of packets)

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Request for PASA narrative notes bullRequests must be made no later than Dec12 2015 (end of PASA Students enrollment window) to allow for review response and provision of assessment materials

bullComplete the Use of Narrative Notes on the PASA Enrollment Portal (wwwpasadigitalcom) for each student requiring the use of narrative notes

bullDocumentation in studentrsquos file must be available for possible assessment administration monitoring

bullAll requests for Narrative Notes will be submitted via the PASA student enrollment portal

19

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Supplemental resources ndash Tool 1 Guidelines for Selecting

ndash Tool 2 Guidelines for Using

ndash Tool 3 Studentrsquos Perspective

ndash Tool 4 Parentrsquos Input

ndash Tool 5 Documentation of Classroom Use

ndash Tool 6 After-Test Evaluation

ndash Tool 7 Assessment Accommodation Plan

20

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Important Links

ndash Pennsylvanias Accommodations Guidelines posted on PDErsquos website

bull Accommodations Guidelines

ndash National Center on Educational Outcomes (NCEO) Online Training to Improve Accommodations Decision Making posted on NCEOrsquos website

bull httpnceoinfoResourcestraining_modulesAccomm

ndash eDirect program tools and Pennsylvaniarsquos testing program information posted on the Standards Aligned System website

bull httpspadrcedirectcom

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information ndash Data Recognition Corporation Customer Service

bull 18004517849

bull Email pacustomerservicedatarecognitioncorpcom

ndash PASA Project Alternate Assessment bull Dr Naomi Zigmond ndash ReadingMath Email PASArmpittedu

bull Dr Steve Lyon ndash Science Email PASAscipittedu

ndash PaTTAN Specific Disability Information bull Hbg 8003607282 KOP 800 4413215 Pgh 8004465607

httpwwwpattannetcategoryAboutContact

ndash PDE Unique Accommodations bull Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction 7177874234

bull Bureau of Special Education 7177832311

bull Email 00testingpsupenpsuedu

21

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information

bull John Machella PASA jmachellapagov

bull Diane Simaska PSSA ELAKeystone LiteratureAccommodations dsimaskapagov

22

Page 12: Guidelines for Selection and Use of Accommodations for ...€¦ · • This Power Point presentation is not a substitute for the detailed information in the Accommodations Guidelines

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Online testing considerations ndash Experience with computer-based learning

ndash Experience with online tools

ndash Practice with test tutorial

ndash Comfort with keyboarding skills (essay responses)

ndash Need for assistive devices

Can be very effective for some students who typically use a computer software program such as Read Write Gold Kurzweil etc

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Before administering accommodations ndash Accommodations used for assessment are also used

for instruction

ndash Students have participated in online tools training and online test tutorial

ndash Establish a clear communication process to ensure each student receives appropriate accommodations during testing

ndash Map out logistics

ndash Test administrators have been provided with clear documentation to ensure appropriate accommodations for each student

12

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull During administration ndash Test administrator adheres to specific

guidelines to ensure validity

ndash Online testers should not have easy view of other computer screens

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Ethical testing practices ndash Must be maintained throughout assessments

ndash Examples of unethical practices include bull Allowing student to answer fewer questions

bull Paraphrasing or offering additional information

bull Coaching during assessment or giving clues

bull Editing student responses

ndash PDE recommends additional proctor when teacher of record administers the test

13

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Test security ndash Involves maintaining confidentiality of test questions and

answers

ndash Becomes an issue when accessible formats are used and when someone other than student is allowed to see the test

ndash All student workfiles must be completely destroyed and deleted

ndash Qualified educational sign language interpreters and native language interpreters must sign confidentiality form

Important note regarding educational sign language interpreters

ndash Interpreters may not serve as the test administrator a separate test administrator is required

ndash Educational sign language interpreters must be provided with 3 days of dedicated time to effectively prepare

for the test

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Accommodations Tables

Table A

Non-IEP Students

IEP Students

ELL Students

Provided byonline system

Yes or No

Table B

Types ofaccommodations

allowable

Paperpencilandor online

Provided byonline system

Yes or No

14

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

TABLE A

ACCOMMODATION ANDOR TEST

FEATURE ALLOWABLE FOR

Non-IEP ALLOWABLE FOR

IEP504 ALLOWABLE FOR

ELL

PROVIDED BY ONLINE SYSTEM

(English Only)

Restrictions apply Must follow directions regarding implementation of accommodation andor test feature Amplification Device X X

With IEP504 X

Audio See ldquoAudiordquo and ldquoSmall Grouprdquo in Category Tables

X X X

Audio Recorder for Responses

X X With IEP504

Augmentative Alternative Communication Device

X X With IEP504

Braille X X With IEP504

Brailler Note Taker X X With IEP504

Calculators X

Changed Test Schedule

X

Color ChooserContrast

X X With IEP504

X

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Indicates online information

bull Indicates restrictions or special instructions

15

1152015

16

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

TABLE B PRESENTATION

ACCOMMODATION ALLOWABLE FOR PAPER

ALLOWABLE FOR ONLINE

PROVIDED BY ONLINE SYSTEM

Amplification Device

(eg hearing aid personal sound amplifier)

X X X Volume control only

Audio

This must be pre-ordered and downloaded separately

The online audio function is limited to individual students who have a documented need for the ENTIRE test to be read aloud

Requires the use of headphones andor one-on-one setting to eliminate distraction to others

The audio function is available for Section 1 of ELA Math Algebra Science and Biology tests in English only

X X English voice only

Individual words or phrases cannot be selected

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Guidelines for specific accommodations ndash Unique accommodations

bull Special circumstances

bull Might alter the construct or results

ndash Read aloud guidelines bull Entire test restrictions de-spiraling booklets

ndash Test administrators

ndash Extended time

ndash Computer adaptive technology

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Approvals for Unique Accommodations bull Not necessary for accommodations that are identified as allowable

in the Guidelines

bull Scribing requires submission of Scribing Unique Accommodation form and Supplemental Field code

bull Necessary for computer adaptive technology and other unique accommodations ndash Gather required information

ndash Contact PDE

ndash PDE provides request for approval form if needed

ndash Contact the Division of Instructional Quality by emailing 00testingpsupenpsuedu

ndash Call the Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction at 7177874234 or 7177052343

ndash Call the Bureau of Special Education

at 7177832311

17

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Concussion policy ndash If a student has been diagnosed with a concussive injury and

there is medical documentation within two weeks of the start of the testing window that states the student may not participate in standardized testing the student should be coded as ldquoRecent Medical Emergencyrdquo In all other instances involving concussive injuries and student nonparticipation the student should be coded as ldquoOtherrdquo Marking ldquoOtherrdquo has a negative impact on participation rate

ndash Documentation must be kept in student record

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Review of Allowable Read-Aloud bull Allowable for Keystone Algebra and Biology

bull Allowable for PSSA Math and Science

bull Allowable for multiple‐choice language questions and writing prompt (on individual basis) found in Section 1 of the ELA at Grades 3ndash8 as per restrictions specified in the Accommodations Guidelines

bull Allowable for the text‐dependent analysis question (TDA)(or a word or phrase from the TDA question) found at the end of Section 3 or Section 4 of the PSSA ELA for Grades 4ndash8 on an individual basis at student request

bull NOT allowable for any Keystone Literature passage or question

bull NOT allowable for any PSSA ELA reading passage multiple choice EBSR or Grade 3 short answer question(s)

bull Also available as audio presentation in online version

18

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Read aloud for math science section 1 of ELA Caution must be taken to allow all students the opportunity to be independent test-takers ndash Online or Paper Student simply raises hand and asks to have an item or part of

an item read aloud is not in a small group and is not identified as needing this as an accommodation Do not mark the bubble This is an occasional occurrence does not require an IEP and is regarded as a test feature

ndash Online Student requires a read aloud of all or much of the test it is documented and used on a regular basis the student may use the audio version of the online tests Online system records the use of the accommodation

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of some questions as requested it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-12 may not de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for some of the test read aloud

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of entire test it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-5 School Assessment Coordinator may de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for all of the test read aloud (Call DRC Customer Service for help with de-spiraling and the number of packets)

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Request for PASA narrative notes bullRequests must be made no later than Dec12 2015 (end of PASA Students enrollment window) to allow for review response and provision of assessment materials

bullComplete the Use of Narrative Notes on the PASA Enrollment Portal (wwwpasadigitalcom) for each student requiring the use of narrative notes

bullDocumentation in studentrsquos file must be available for possible assessment administration monitoring

bullAll requests for Narrative Notes will be submitted via the PASA student enrollment portal

19

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Supplemental resources ndash Tool 1 Guidelines for Selecting

ndash Tool 2 Guidelines for Using

ndash Tool 3 Studentrsquos Perspective

ndash Tool 4 Parentrsquos Input

ndash Tool 5 Documentation of Classroom Use

ndash Tool 6 After-Test Evaluation

ndash Tool 7 Assessment Accommodation Plan

20

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Important Links

ndash Pennsylvanias Accommodations Guidelines posted on PDErsquos website

bull Accommodations Guidelines

ndash National Center on Educational Outcomes (NCEO) Online Training to Improve Accommodations Decision Making posted on NCEOrsquos website

bull httpnceoinfoResourcestraining_modulesAccomm

ndash eDirect program tools and Pennsylvaniarsquos testing program information posted on the Standards Aligned System website

bull httpspadrcedirectcom

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information ndash Data Recognition Corporation Customer Service

bull 18004517849

bull Email pacustomerservicedatarecognitioncorpcom

ndash PASA Project Alternate Assessment bull Dr Naomi Zigmond ndash ReadingMath Email PASArmpittedu

bull Dr Steve Lyon ndash Science Email PASAscipittedu

ndash PaTTAN Specific Disability Information bull Hbg 8003607282 KOP 800 4413215 Pgh 8004465607

httpwwwpattannetcategoryAboutContact

ndash PDE Unique Accommodations bull Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction 7177874234

bull Bureau of Special Education 7177832311

bull Email 00testingpsupenpsuedu

21

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information

bull John Machella PASA jmachellapagov

bull Diane Simaska PSSA ELAKeystone LiteratureAccommodations dsimaskapagov

22

Page 13: Guidelines for Selection and Use of Accommodations for ...€¦ · • This Power Point presentation is not a substitute for the detailed information in the Accommodations Guidelines

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull During administration ndash Test administrator adheres to specific

guidelines to ensure validity

ndash Online testers should not have easy view of other computer screens

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Ethical testing practices ndash Must be maintained throughout assessments

ndash Examples of unethical practices include bull Allowing student to answer fewer questions

bull Paraphrasing or offering additional information

bull Coaching during assessment or giving clues

bull Editing student responses

ndash PDE recommends additional proctor when teacher of record administers the test

13

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Test security ndash Involves maintaining confidentiality of test questions and

answers

ndash Becomes an issue when accessible formats are used and when someone other than student is allowed to see the test

ndash All student workfiles must be completely destroyed and deleted

ndash Qualified educational sign language interpreters and native language interpreters must sign confidentiality form

Important note regarding educational sign language interpreters

ndash Interpreters may not serve as the test administrator a separate test administrator is required

ndash Educational sign language interpreters must be provided with 3 days of dedicated time to effectively prepare

for the test

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Accommodations Tables

Table A

Non-IEP Students

IEP Students

ELL Students

Provided byonline system

Yes or No

Table B

Types ofaccommodations

allowable

Paperpencilandor online

Provided byonline system

Yes or No

14

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

TABLE A

ACCOMMODATION ANDOR TEST

FEATURE ALLOWABLE FOR

Non-IEP ALLOWABLE FOR

IEP504 ALLOWABLE FOR

ELL

PROVIDED BY ONLINE SYSTEM

(English Only)

Restrictions apply Must follow directions regarding implementation of accommodation andor test feature Amplification Device X X

With IEP504 X

Audio See ldquoAudiordquo and ldquoSmall Grouprdquo in Category Tables

X X X

Audio Recorder for Responses

X X With IEP504

Augmentative Alternative Communication Device

X X With IEP504

Braille X X With IEP504

Brailler Note Taker X X With IEP504

Calculators X

Changed Test Schedule

X

Color ChooserContrast

X X With IEP504

X

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Indicates online information

bull Indicates restrictions or special instructions

15

1152015

16

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

TABLE B PRESENTATION

ACCOMMODATION ALLOWABLE FOR PAPER

ALLOWABLE FOR ONLINE

PROVIDED BY ONLINE SYSTEM

Amplification Device

(eg hearing aid personal sound amplifier)

X X X Volume control only

Audio

This must be pre-ordered and downloaded separately

The online audio function is limited to individual students who have a documented need for the ENTIRE test to be read aloud

Requires the use of headphones andor one-on-one setting to eliminate distraction to others

The audio function is available for Section 1 of ELA Math Algebra Science and Biology tests in English only

X X English voice only

Individual words or phrases cannot be selected

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Guidelines for specific accommodations ndash Unique accommodations

bull Special circumstances

bull Might alter the construct or results

ndash Read aloud guidelines bull Entire test restrictions de-spiraling booklets

ndash Test administrators

ndash Extended time

ndash Computer adaptive technology

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Approvals for Unique Accommodations bull Not necessary for accommodations that are identified as allowable

in the Guidelines

bull Scribing requires submission of Scribing Unique Accommodation form and Supplemental Field code

bull Necessary for computer adaptive technology and other unique accommodations ndash Gather required information

ndash Contact PDE

ndash PDE provides request for approval form if needed

ndash Contact the Division of Instructional Quality by emailing 00testingpsupenpsuedu

ndash Call the Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction at 7177874234 or 7177052343

ndash Call the Bureau of Special Education

at 7177832311

17

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Concussion policy ndash If a student has been diagnosed with a concussive injury and

there is medical documentation within two weeks of the start of the testing window that states the student may not participate in standardized testing the student should be coded as ldquoRecent Medical Emergencyrdquo In all other instances involving concussive injuries and student nonparticipation the student should be coded as ldquoOtherrdquo Marking ldquoOtherrdquo has a negative impact on participation rate

ndash Documentation must be kept in student record

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Review of Allowable Read-Aloud bull Allowable for Keystone Algebra and Biology

bull Allowable for PSSA Math and Science

bull Allowable for multiple‐choice language questions and writing prompt (on individual basis) found in Section 1 of the ELA at Grades 3ndash8 as per restrictions specified in the Accommodations Guidelines

bull Allowable for the text‐dependent analysis question (TDA)(or a word or phrase from the TDA question) found at the end of Section 3 or Section 4 of the PSSA ELA for Grades 4ndash8 on an individual basis at student request

bull NOT allowable for any Keystone Literature passage or question

bull NOT allowable for any PSSA ELA reading passage multiple choice EBSR or Grade 3 short answer question(s)

bull Also available as audio presentation in online version

18

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Read aloud for math science section 1 of ELA Caution must be taken to allow all students the opportunity to be independent test-takers ndash Online or Paper Student simply raises hand and asks to have an item or part of

an item read aloud is not in a small group and is not identified as needing this as an accommodation Do not mark the bubble This is an occasional occurrence does not require an IEP and is regarded as a test feature

ndash Online Student requires a read aloud of all or much of the test it is documented and used on a regular basis the student may use the audio version of the online tests Online system records the use of the accommodation

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of some questions as requested it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-12 may not de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for some of the test read aloud

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of entire test it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-5 School Assessment Coordinator may de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for all of the test read aloud (Call DRC Customer Service for help with de-spiraling and the number of packets)

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Request for PASA narrative notes bullRequests must be made no later than Dec12 2015 (end of PASA Students enrollment window) to allow for review response and provision of assessment materials

bullComplete the Use of Narrative Notes on the PASA Enrollment Portal (wwwpasadigitalcom) for each student requiring the use of narrative notes

bullDocumentation in studentrsquos file must be available for possible assessment administration monitoring

bullAll requests for Narrative Notes will be submitted via the PASA student enrollment portal

19

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Supplemental resources ndash Tool 1 Guidelines for Selecting

ndash Tool 2 Guidelines for Using

ndash Tool 3 Studentrsquos Perspective

ndash Tool 4 Parentrsquos Input

ndash Tool 5 Documentation of Classroom Use

ndash Tool 6 After-Test Evaluation

ndash Tool 7 Assessment Accommodation Plan

20

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Important Links

ndash Pennsylvanias Accommodations Guidelines posted on PDErsquos website

bull Accommodations Guidelines

ndash National Center on Educational Outcomes (NCEO) Online Training to Improve Accommodations Decision Making posted on NCEOrsquos website

bull httpnceoinfoResourcestraining_modulesAccomm

ndash eDirect program tools and Pennsylvaniarsquos testing program information posted on the Standards Aligned System website

bull httpspadrcedirectcom

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information ndash Data Recognition Corporation Customer Service

bull 18004517849

bull Email pacustomerservicedatarecognitioncorpcom

ndash PASA Project Alternate Assessment bull Dr Naomi Zigmond ndash ReadingMath Email PASArmpittedu

bull Dr Steve Lyon ndash Science Email PASAscipittedu

ndash PaTTAN Specific Disability Information bull Hbg 8003607282 KOP 800 4413215 Pgh 8004465607

httpwwwpattannetcategoryAboutContact

ndash PDE Unique Accommodations bull Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction 7177874234

bull Bureau of Special Education 7177832311

bull Email 00testingpsupenpsuedu

21

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information

bull John Machella PASA jmachellapagov

bull Diane Simaska PSSA ELAKeystone LiteratureAccommodations dsimaskapagov

22

Page 14: Guidelines for Selection and Use of Accommodations for ...€¦ · • This Power Point presentation is not a substitute for the detailed information in the Accommodations Guidelines

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Test security ndash Involves maintaining confidentiality of test questions and

answers

ndash Becomes an issue when accessible formats are used and when someone other than student is allowed to see the test

ndash All student workfiles must be completely destroyed and deleted

ndash Qualified educational sign language interpreters and native language interpreters must sign confidentiality form

Important note regarding educational sign language interpreters

ndash Interpreters may not serve as the test administrator a separate test administrator is required

ndash Educational sign language interpreters must be provided with 3 days of dedicated time to effectively prepare

for the test

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Accommodations Tables

Table A

Non-IEP Students

IEP Students

ELL Students

Provided byonline system

Yes or No

Table B

Types ofaccommodations

allowable

Paperpencilandor online

Provided byonline system

Yes or No

14

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

TABLE A

ACCOMMODATION ANDOR TEST

FEATURE ALLOWABLE FOR

Non-IEP ALLOWABLE FOR

IEP504 ALLOWABLE FOR

ELL

PROVIDED BY ONLINE SYSTEM

(English Only)

Restrictions apply Must follow directions regarding implementation of accommodation andor test feature Amplification Device X X

With IEP504 X

Audio See ldquoAudiordquo and ldquoSmall Grouprdquo in Category Tables

X X X

Audio Recorder for Responses

X X With IEP504

Augmentative Alternative Communication Device

X X With IEP504

Braille X X With IEP504

Brailler Note Taker X X With IEP504

Calculators X

Changed Test Schedule

X

Color ChooserContrast

X X With IEP504

X

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Indicates online information

bull Indicates restrictions or special instructions

15

1152015

16

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

TABLE B PRESENTATION

ACCOMMODATION ALLOWABLE FOR PAPER

ALLOWABLE FOR ONLINE

PROVIDED BY ONLINE SYSTEM

Amplification Device

(eg hearing aid personal sound amplifier)

X X X Volume control only

Audio

This must be pre-ordered and downloaded separately

The online audio function is limited to individual students who have a documented need for the ENTIRE test to be read aloud

Requires the use of headphones andor one-on-one setting to eliminate distraction to others

The audio function is available for Section 1 of ELA Math Algebra Science and Biology tests in English only

X X English voice only

Individual words or phrases cannot be selected

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Guidelines for specific accommodations ndash Unique accommodations

bull Special circumstances

bull Might alter the construct or results

ndash Read aloud guidelines bull Entire test restrictions de-spiraling booklets

ndash Test administrators

ndash Extended time

ndash Computer adaptive technology

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Approvals for Unique Accommodations bull Not necessary for accommodations that are identified as allowable

in the Guidelines

bull Scribing requires submission of Scribing Unique Accommodation form and Supplemental Field code

bull Necessary for computer adaptive technology and other unique accommodations ndash Gather required information

ndash Contact PDE

ndash PDE provides request for approval form if needed

ndash Contact the Division of Instructional Quality by emailing 00testingpsupenpsuedu

ndash Call the Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction at 7177874234 or 7177052343

ndash Call the Bureau of Special Education

at 7177832311

17

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Concussion policy ndash If a student has been diagnosed with a concussive injury and

there is medical documentation within two weeks of the start of the testing window that states the student may not participate in standardized testing the student should be coded as ldquoRecent Medical Emergencyrdquo In all other instances involving concussive injuries and student nonparticipation the student should be coded as ldquoOtherrdquo Marking ldquoOtherrdquo has a negative impact on participation rate

ndash Documentation must be kept in student record

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Review of Allowable Read-Aloud bull Allowable for Keystone Algebra and Biology

bull Allowable for PSSA Math and Science

bull Allowable for multiple‐choice language questions and writing prompt (on individual basis) found in Section 1 of the ELA at Grades 3ndash8 as per restrictions specified in the Accommodations Guidelines

bull Allowable for the text‐dependent analysis question (TDA)(or a word or phrase from the TDA question) found at the end of Section 3 or Section 4 of the PSSA ELA for Grades 4ndash8 on an individual basis at student request

bull NOT allowable for any Keystone Literature passage or question

bull NOT allowable for any PSSA ELA reading passage multiple choice EBSR or Grade 3 short answer question(s)

bull Also available as audio presentation in online version

18

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Read aloud for math science section 1 of ELA Caution must be taken to allow all students the opportunity to be independent test-takers ndash Online or Paper Student simply raises hand and asks to have an item or part of

an item read aloud is not in a small group and is not identified as needing this as an accommodation Do not mark the bubble This is an occasional occurrence does not require an IEP and is regarded as a test feature

ndash Online Student requires a read aloud of all or much of the test it is documented and used on a regular basis the student may use the audio version of the online tests Online system records the use of the accommodation

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of some questions as requested it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-12 may not de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for some of the test read aloud

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of entire test it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-5 School Assessment Coordinator may de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for all of the test read aloud (Call DRC Customer Service for help with de-spiraling and the number of packets)

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Request for PASA narrative notes bullRequests must be made no later than Dec12 2015 (end of PASA Students enrollment window) to allow for review response and provision of assessment materials

bullComplete the Use of Narrative Notes on the PASA Enrollment Portal (wwwpasadigitalcom) for each student requiring the use of narrative notes

bullDocumentation in studentrsquos file must be available for possible assessment administration monitoring

bullAll requests for Narrative Notes will be submitted via the PASA student enrollment portal

19

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Supplemental resources ndash Tool 1 Guidelines for Selecting

ndash Tool 2 Guidelines for Using

ndash Tool 3 Studentrsquos Perspective

ndash Tool 4 Parentrsquos Input

ndash Tool 5 Documentation of Classroom Use

ndash Tool 6 After-Test Evaluation

ndash Tool 7 Assessment Accommodation Plan

20

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Important Links

ndash Pennsylvanias Accommodations Guidelines posted on PDErsquos website

bull Accommodations Guidelines

ndash National Center on Educational Outcomes (NCEO) Online Training to Improve Accommodations Decision Making posted on NCEOrsquos website

bull httpnceoinfoResourcestraining_modulesAccomm

ndash eDirect program tools and Pennsylvaniarsquos testing program information posted on the Standards Aligned System website

bull httpspadrcedirectcom

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information ndash Data Recognition Corporation Customer Service

bull 18004517849

bull Email pacustomerservicedatarecognitioncorpcom

ndash PASA Project Alternate Assessment bull Dr Naomi Zigmond ndash ReadingMath Email PASArmpittedu

bull Dr Steve Lyon ndash Science Email PASAscipittedu

ndash PaTTAN Specific Disability Information bull Hbg 8003607282 KOP 800 4413215 Pgh 8004465607

httpwwwpattannetcategoryAboutContact

ndash PDE Unique Accommodations bull Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction 7177874234

bull Bureau of Special Education 7177832311

bull Email 00testingpsupenpsuedu

21

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information

bull John Machella PASA jmachellapagov

bull Diane Simaska PSSA ELAKeystone LiteratureAccommodations dsimaskapagov

22

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1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

TABLE A

ACCOMMODATION ANDOR TEST

FEATURE ALLOWABLE FOR

Non-IEP ALLOWABLE FOR

IEP504 ALLOWABLE FOR

ELL

PROVIDED BY ONLINE SYSTEM

(English Only)

Restrictions apply Must follow directions regarding implementation of accommodation andor test feature Amplification Device X X

With IEP504 X

Audio See ldquoAudiordquo and ldquoSmall Grouprdquo in Category Tables

X X X

Audio Recorder for Responses

X X With IEP504

Augmentative Alternative Communication Device

X X With IEP504

Braille X X With IEP504

Brailler Note Taker X X With IEP504

Calculators X

Changed Test Schedule

X

Color ChooserContrast

X X With IEP504

X

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Indicates online information

bull Indicates restrictions or special instructions

15

1152015

16

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

TABLE B PRESENTATION

ACCOMMODATION ALLOWABLE FOR PAPER

ALLOWABLE FOR ONLINE

PROVIDED BY ONLINE SYSTEM

Amplification Device

(eg hearing aid personal sound amplifier)

X X X Volume control only

Audio

This must be pre-ordered and downloaded separately

The online audio function is limited to individual students who have a documented need for the ENTIRE test to be read aloud

Requires the use of headphones andor one-on-one setting to eliminate distraction to others

The audio function is available for Section 1 of ELA Math Algebra Science and Biology tests in English only

X X English voice only

Individual words or phrases cannot be selected

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Guidelines for specific accommodations ndash Unique accommodations

bull Special circumstances

bull Might alter the construct or results

ndash Read aloud guidelines bull Entire test restrictions de-spiraling booklets

ndash Test administrators

ndash Extended time

ndash Computer adaptive technology

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Approvals for Unique Accommodations bull Not necessary for accommodations that are identified as allowable

in the Guidelines

bull Scribing requires submission of Scribing Unique Accommodation form and Supplemental Field code

bull Necessary for computer adaptive technology and other unique accommodations ndash Gather required information

ndash Contact PDE

ndash PDE provides request for approval form if needed

ndash Contact the Division of Instructional Quality by emailing 00testingpsupenpsuedu

ndash Call the Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction at 7177874234 or 7177052343

ndash Call the Bureau of Special Education

at 7177832311

17

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Concussion policy ndash If a student has been diagnosed with a concussive injury and

there is medical documentation within two weeks of the start of the testing window that states the student may not participate in standardized testing the student should be coded as ldquoRecent Medical Emergencyrdquo In all other instances involving concussive injuries and student nonparticipation the student should be coded as ldquoOtherrdquo Marking ldquoOtherrdquo has a negative impact on participation rate

ndash Documentation must be kept in student record

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Review of Allowable Read-Aloud bull Allowable for Keystone Algebra and Biology

bull Allowable for PSSA Math and Science

bull Allowable for multiple‐choice language questions and writing prompt (on individual basis) found in Section 1 of the ELA at Grades 3ndash8 as per restrictions specified in the Accommodations Guidelines

bull Allowable for the text‐dependent analysis question (TDA)(or a word or phrase from the TDA question) found at the end of Section 3 or Section 4 of the PSSA ELA for Grades 4ndash8 on an individual basis at student request

bull NOT allowable for any Keystone Literature passage or question

bull NOT allowable for any PSSA ELA reading passage multiple choice EBSR or Grade 3 short answer question(s)

bull Also available as audio presentation in online version

18

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Read aloud for math science section 1 of ELA Caution must be taken to allow all students the opportunity to be independent test-takers ndash Online or Paper Student simply raises hand and asks to have an item or part of

an item read aloud is not in a small group and is not identified as needing this as an accommodation Do not mark the bubble This is an occasional occurrence does not require an IEP and is regarded as a test feature

ndash Online Student requires a read aloud of all or much of the test it is documented and used on a regular basis the student may use the audio version of the online tests Online system records the use of the accommodation

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of some questions as requested it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-12 may not de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for some of the test read aloud

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of entire test it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-5 School Assessment Coordinator may de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for all of the test read aloud (Call DRC Customer Service for help with de-spiraling and the number of packets)

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Request for PASA narrative notes bullRequests must be made no later than Dec12 2015 (end of PASA Students enrollment window) to allow for review response and provision of assessment materials

bullComplete the Use of Narrative Notes on the PASA Enrollment Portal (wwwpasadigitalcom) for each student requiring the use of narrative notes

bullDocumentation in studentrsquos file must be available for possible assessment administration monitoring

bullAll requests for Narrative Notes will be submitted via the PASA student enrollment portal

19

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Supplemental resources ndash Tool 1 Guidelines for Selecting

ndash Tool 2 Guidelines for Using

ndash Tool 3 Studentrsquos Perspective

ndash Tool 4 Parentrsquos Input

ndash Tool 5 Documentation of Classroom Use

ndash Tool 6 After-Test Evaluation

ndash Tool 7 Assessment Accommodation Plan

20

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Important Links

ndash Pennsylvanias Accommodations Guidelines posted on PDErsquos website

bull Accommodations Guidelines

ndash National Center on Educational Outcomes (NCEO) Online Training to Improve Accommodations Decision Making posted on NCEOrsquos website

bull httpnceoinfoResourcestraining_modulesAccomm

ndash eDirect program tools and Pennsylvaniarsquos testing program information posted on the Standards Aligned System website

bull httpspadrcedirectcom

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information ndash Data Recognition Corporation Customer Service

bull 18004517849

bull Email pacustomerservicedatarecognitioncorpcom

ndash PASA Project Alternate Assessment bull Dr Naomi Zigmond ndash ReadingMath Email PASArmpittedu

bull Dr Steve Lyon ndash Science Email PASAscipittedu

ndash PaTTAN Specific Disability Information bull Hbg 8003607282 KOP 800 4413215 Pgh 8004465607

httpwwwpattannetcategoryAboutContact

ndash PDE Unique Accommodations bull Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction 7177874234

bull Bureau of Special Education 7177832311

bull Email 00testingpsupenpsuedu

21

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information

bull John Machella PASA jmachellapagov

bull Diane Simaska PSSA ELAKeystone LiteratureAccommodations dsimaskapagov

22

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1152015

16

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

TABLE B PRESENTATION

ACCOMMODATION ALLOWABLE FOR PAPER

ALLOWABLE FOR ONLINE

PROVIDED BY ONLINE SYSTEM

Amplification Device

(eg hearing aid personal sound amplifier)

X X X Volume control only

Audio

This must be pre-ordered and downloaded separately

The online audio function is limited to individual students who have a documented need for the ENTIRE test to be read aloud

Requires the use of headphones andor one-on-one setting to eliminate distraction to others

The audio function is available for Section 1 of ELA Math Algebra Science and Biology tests in English only

X X English voice only

Individual words or phrases cannot be selected

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Guidelines for specific accommodations ndash Unique accommodations

bull Special circumstances

bull Might alter the construct or results

ndash Read aloud guidelines bull Entire test restrictions de-spiraling booklets

ndash Test administrators

ndash Extended time

ndash Computer adaptive technology

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Approvals for Unique Accommodations bull Not necessary for accommodations that are identified as allowable

in the Guidelines

bull Scribing requires submission of Scribing Unique Accommodation form and Supplemental Field code

bull Necessary for computer adaptive technology and other unique accommodations ndash Gather required information

ndash Contact PDE

ndash PDE provides request for approval form if needed

ndash Contact the Division of Instructional Quality by emailing 00testingpsupenpsuedu

ndash Call the Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction at 7177874234 or 7177052343

ndash Call the Bureau of Special Education

at 7177832311

17

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Concussion policy ndash If a student has been diagnosed with a concussive injury and

there is medical documentation within two weeks of the start of the testing window that states the student may not participate in standardized testing the student should be coded as ldquoRecent Medical Emergencyrdquo In all other instances involving concussive injuries and student nonparticipation the student should be coded as ldquoOtherrdquo Marking ldquoOtherrdquo has a negative impact on participation rate

ndash Documentation must be kept in student record

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Review of Allowable Read-Aloud bull Allowable for Keystone Algebra and Biology

bull Allowable for PSSA Math and Science

bull Allowable for multiple‐choice language questions and writing prompt (on individual basis) found in Section 1 of the ELA at Grades 3ndash8 as per restrictions specified in the Accommodations Guidelines

bull Allowable for the text‐dependent analysis question (TDA)(or a word or phrase from the TDA question) found at the end of Section 3 or Section 4 of the PSSA ELA for Grades 4ndash8 on an individual basis at student request

bull NOT allowable for any Keystone Literature passage or question

bull NOT allowable for any PSSA ELA reading passage multiple choice EBSR or Grade 3 short answer question(s)

bull Also available as audio presentation in online version

18

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Read aloud for math science section 1 of ELA Caution must be taken to allow all students the opportunity to be independent test-takers ndash Online or Paper Student simply raises hand and asks to have an item or part of

an item read aloud is not in a small group and is not identified as needing this as an accommodation Do not mark the bubble This is an occasional occurrence does not require an IEP and is regarded as a test feature

ndash Online Student requires a read aloud of all or much of the test it is documented and used on a regular basis the student may use the audio version of the online tests Online system records the use of the accommodation

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of some questions as requested it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-12 may not de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for some of the test read aloud

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of entire test it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-5 School Assessment Coordinator may de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for all of the test read aloud (Call DRC Customer Service for help with de-spiraling and the number of packets)

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Request for PASA narrative notes bullRequests must be made no later than Dec12 2015 (end of PASA Students enrollment window) to allow for review response and provision of assessment materials

bullComplete the Use of Narrative Notes on the PASA Enrollment Portal (wwwpasadigitalcom) for each student requiring the use of narrative notes

bullDocumentation in studentrsquos file must be available for possible assessment administration monitoring

bullAll requests for Narrative Notes will be submitted via the PASA student enrollment portal

19

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Supplemental resources ndash Tool 1 Guidelines for Selecting

ndash Tool 2 Guidelines for Using

ndash Tool 3 Studentrsquos Perspective

ndash Tool 4 Parentrsquos Input

ndash Tool 5 Documentation of Classroom Use

ndash Tool 6 After-Test Evaluation

ndash Tool 7 Assessment Accommodation Plan

20

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Important Links

ndash Pennsylvanias Accommodations Guidelines posted on PDErsquos website

bull Accommodations Guidelines

ndash National Center on Educational Outcomes (NCEO) Online Training to Improve Accommodations Decision Making posted on NCEOrsquos website

bull httpnceoinfoResourcestraining_modulesAccomm

ndash eDirect program tools and Pennsylvaniarsquos testing program information posted on the Standards Aligned System website

bull httpspadrcedirectcom

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information ndash Data Recognition Corporation Customer Service

bull 18004517849

bull Email pacustomerservicedatarecognitioncorpcom

ndash PASA Project Alternate Assessment bull Dr Naomi Zigmond ndash ReadingMath Email PASArmpittedu

bull Dr Steve Lyon ndash Science Email PASAscipittedu

ndash PaTTAN Specific Disability Information bull Hbg 8003607282 KOP 800 4413215 Pgh 8004465607

httpwwwpattannetcategoryAboutContact

ndash PDE Unique Accommodations bull Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction 7177874234

bull Bureau of Special Education 7177832311

bull Email 00testingpsupenpsuedu

21

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information

bull John Machella PASA jmachellapagov

bull Diane Simaska PSSA ELAKeystone LiteratureAccommodations dsimaskapagov

22

Page 17: Guidelines for Selection and Use of Accommodations for ...€¦ · • This Power Point presentation is not a substitute for the detailed information in the Accommodations Guidelines

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Guidelines for specific accommodations ndash Unique accommodations

bull Special circumstances

bull Might alter the construct or results

ndash Read aloud guidelines bull Entire test restrictions de-spiraling booklets

ndash Test administrators

ndash Extended time

ndash Computer adaptive technology

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Approvals for Unique Accommodations bull Not necessary for accommodations that are identified as allowable

in the Guidelines

bull Scribing requires submission of Scribing Unique Accommodation form and Supplemental Field code

bull Necessary for computer adaptive technology and other unique accommodations ndash Gather required information

ndash Contact PDE

ndash PDE provides request for approval form if needed

ndash Contact the Division of Instructional Quality by emailing 00testingpsupenpsuedu

ndash Call the Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction at 7177874234 or 7177052343

ndash Call the Bureau of Special Education

at 7177832311

17

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Concussion policy ndash If a student has been diagnosed with a concussive injury and

there is medical documentation within two weeks of the start of the testing window that states the student may not participate in standardized testing the student should be coded as ldquoRecent Medical Emergencyrdquo In all other instances involving concussive injuries and student nonparticipation the student should be coded as ldquoOtherrdquo Marking ldquoOtherrdquo has a negative impact on participation rate

ndash Documentation must be kept in student record

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Review of Allowable Read-Aloud bull Allowable for Keystone Algebra and Biology

bull Allowable for PSSA Math and Science

bull Allowable for multiple‐choice language questions and writing prompt (on individual basis) found in Section 1 of the ELA at Grades 3ndash8 as per restrictions specified in the Accommodations Guidelines

bull Allowable for the text‐dependent analysis question (TDA)(or a word or phrase from the TDA question) found at the end of Section 3 or Section 4 of the PSSA ELA for Grades 4ndash8 on an individual basis at student request

bull NOT allowable for any Keystone Literature passage or question

bull NOT allowable for any PSSA ELA reading passage multiple choice EBSR or Grade 3 short answer question(s)

bull Also available as audio presentation in online version

18

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Read aloud for math science section 1 of ELA Caution must be taken to allow all students the opportunity to be independent test-takers ndash Online or Paper Student simply raises hand and asks to have an item or part of

an item read aloud is not in a small group and is not identified as needing this as an accommodation Do not mark the bubble This is an occasional occurrence does not require an IEP and is regarded as a test feature

ndash Online Student requires a read aloud of all or much of the test it is documented and used on a regular basis the student may use the audio version of the online tests Online system records the use of the accommodation

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of some questions as requested it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-12 may not de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for some of the test read aloud

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of entire test it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-5 School Assessment Coordinator may de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for all of the test read aloud (Call DRC Customer Service for help with de-spiraling and the number of packets)

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Request for PASA narrative notes bullRequests must be made no later than Dec12 2015 (end of PASA Students enrollment window) to allow for review response and provision of assessment materials

bullComplete the Use of Narrative Notes on the PASA Enrollment Portal (wwwpasadigitalcom) for each student requiring the use of narrative notes

bullDocumentation in studentrsquos file must be available for possible assessment administration monitoring

bullAll requests for Narrative Notes will be submitted via the PASA student enrollment portal

19

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Supplemental resources ndash Tool 1 Guidelines for Selecting

ndash Tool 2 Guidelines for Using

ndash Tool 3 Studentrsquos Perspective

ndash Tool 4 Parentrsquos Input

ndash Tool 5 Documentation of Classroom Use

ndash Tool 6 After-Test Evaluation

ndash Tool 7 Assessment Accommodation Plan

20

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Important Links

ndash Pennsylvanias Accommodations Guidelines posted on PDErsquos website

bull Accommodations Guidelines

ndash National Center on Educational Outcomes (NCEO) Online Training to Improve Accommodations Decision Making posted on NCEOrsquos website

bull httpnceoinfoResourcestraining_modulesAccomm

ndash eDirect program tools and Pennsylvaniarsquos testing program information posted on the Standards Aligned System website

bull httpspadrcedirectcom

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information ndash Data Recognition Corporation Customer Service

bull 18004517849

bull Email pacustomerservicedatarecognitioncorpcom

ndash PASA Project Alternate Assessment bull Dr Naomi Zigmond ndash ReadingMath Email PASArmpittedu

bull Dr Steve Lyon ndash Science Email PASAscipittedu

ndash PaTTAN Specific Disability Information bull Hbg 8003607282 KOP 800 4413215 Pgh 8004465607

httpwwwpattannetcategoryAboutContact

ndash PDE Unique Accommodations bull Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction 7177874234

bull Bureau of Special Education 7177832311

bull Email 00testingpsupenpsuedu

21

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information

bull John Machella PASA jmachellapagov

bull Diane Simaska PSSA ELAKeystone LiteratureAccommodations dsimaskapagov

22

Page 18: Guidelines for Selection and Use of Accommodations for ...€¦ · • This Power Point presentation is not a substitute for the detailed information in the Accommodations Guidelines

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Concussion policy ndash If a student has been diagnosed with a concussive injury and

there is medical documentation within two weeks of the start of the testing window that states the student may not participate in standardized testing the student should be coded as ldquoRecent Medical Emergencyrdquo In all other instances involving concussive injuries and student nonparticipation the student should be coded as ldquoOtherrdquo Marking ldquoOtherrdquo has a negative impact on participation rate

ndash Documentation must be kept in student record

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Review of Allowable Read-Aloud bull Allowable for Keystone Algebra and Biology

bull Allowable for PSSA Math and Science

bull Allowable for multiple‐choice language questions and writing prompt (on individual basis) found in Section 1 of the ELA at Grades 3ndash8 as per restrictions specified in the Accommodations Guidelines

bull Allowable for the text‐dependent analysis question (TDA)(or a word or phrase from the TDA question) found at the end of Section 3 or Section 4 of the PSSA ELA for Grades 4ndash8 on an individual basis at student request

bull NOT allowable for any Keystone Literature passage or question

bull NOT allowable for any PSSA ELA reading passage multiple choice EBSR or Grade 3 short answer question(s)

bull Also available as audio presentation in online version

18

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Read aloud for math science section 1 of ELA Caution must be taken to allow all students the opportunity to be independent test-takers ndash Online or Paper Student simply raises hand and asks to have an item or part of

an item read aloud is not in a small group and is not identified as needing this as an accommodation Do not mark the bubble This is an occasional occurrence does not require an IEP and is regarded as a test feature

ndash Online Student requires a read aloud of all or much of the test it is documented and used on a regular basis the student may use the audio version of the online tests Online system records the use of the accommodation

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of some questions as requested it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-12 may not de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for some of the test read aloud

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of entire test it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-5 School Assessment Coordinator may de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for all of the test read aloud (Call DRC Customer Service for help with de-spiraling and the number of packets)

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Request for PASA narrative notes bullRequests must be made no later than Dec12 2015 (end of PASA Students enrollment window) to allow for review response and provision of assessment materials

bullComplete the Use of Narrative Notes on the PASA Enrollment Portal (wwwpasadigitalcom) for each student requiring the use of narrative notes

bullDocumentation in studentrsquos file must be available for possible assessment administration monitoring

bullAll requests for Narrative Notes will be submitted via the PASA student enrollment portal

19

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Supplemental resources ndash Tool 1 Guidelines for Selecting

ndash Tool 2 Guidelines for Using

ndash Tool 3 Studentrsquos Perspective

ndash Tool 4 Parentrsquos Input

ndash Tool 5 Documentation of Classroom Use

ndash Tool 6 After-Test Evaluation

ndash Tool 7 Assessment Accommodation Plan

20

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Important Links

ndash Pennsylvanias Accommodations Guidelines posted on PDErsquos website

bull Accommodations Guidelines

ndash National Center on Educational Outcomes (NCEO) Online Training to Improve Accommodations Decision Making posted on NCEOrsquos website

bull httpnceoinfoResourcestraining_modulesAccomm

ndash eDirect program tools and Pennsylvaniarsquos testing program information posted on the Standards Aligned System website

bull httpspadrcedirectcom

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information ndash Data Recognition Corporation Customer Service

bull 18004517849

bull Email pacustomerservicedatarecognitioncorpcom

ndash PASA Project Alternate Assessment bull Dr Naomi Zigmond ndash ReadingMath Email PASArmpittedu

bull Dr Steve Lyon ndash Science Email PASAscipittedu

ndash PaTTAN Specific Disability Information bull Hbg 8003607282 KOP 800 4413215 Pgh 8004465607

httpwwwpattannetcategoryAboutContact

ndash PDE Unique Accommodations bull Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction 7177874234

bull Bureau of Special Education 7177832311

bull Email 00testingpsupenpsuedu

21

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information

bull John Machella PASA jmachellapagov

bull Diane Simaska PSSA ELAKeystone LiteratureAccommodations dsimaskapagov

22

Page 19: Guidelines for Selection and Use of Accommodations for ...€¦ · • This Power Point presentation is not a substitute for the detailed information in the Accommodations Guidelines

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Read aloud for math science section 1 of ELA Caution must be taken to allow all students the opportunity to be independent test-takers ndash Online or Paper Student simply raises hand and asks to have an item or part of

an item read aloud is not in a small group and is not identified as needing this as an accommodation Do not mark the bubble This is an occasional occurrence does not require an IEP and is regarded as a test feature

ndash Online Student requires a read aloud of all or much of the test it is documented and used on a regular basis the student may use the audio version of the online tests Online system records the use of the accommodation

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of some questions as requested it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-12 may not de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for some of the test read aloud

ndash Paper Student requires a read aloud of entire test it is documented and used on a regular basis student is placed in small group of 2-5 School Assessment Coordinator may de-spiral booklets Mark bubble for all of the test read aloud (Call DRC Customer Service for help with de-spiraling and the number of packets)

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

Request for PASA narrative notes bullRequests must be made no later than Dec12 2015 (end of PASA Students enrollment window) to allow for review response and provision of assessment materials

bullComplete the Use of Narrative Notes on the PASA Enrollment Portal (wwwpasadigitalcom) for each student requiring the use of narrative notes

bullDocumentation in studentrsquos file must be available for possible assessment administration monitoring

bullAll requests for Narrative Notes will be submitted via the PASA student enrollment portal

19

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Supplemental resources ndash Tool 1 Guidelines for Selecting

ndash Tool 2 Guidelines for Using

ndash Tool 3 Studentrsquos Perspective

ndash Tool 4 Parentrsquos Input

ndash Tool 5 Documentation of Classroom Use

ndash Tool 6 After-Test Evaluation

ndash Tool 7 Assessment Accommodation Plan

20

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Important Links

ndash Pennsylvanias Accommodations Guidelines posted on PDErsquos website

bull Accommodations Guidelines

ndash National Center on Educational Outcomes (NCEO) Online Training to Improve Accommodations Decision Making posted on NCEOrsquos website

bull httpnceoinfoResourcestraining_modulesAccomm

ndash eDirect program tools and Pennsylvaniarsquos testing program information posted on the Standards Aligned System website

bull httpspadrcedirectcom

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information ndash Data Recognition Corporation Customer Service

bull 18004517849

bull Email pacustomerservicedatarecognitioncorpcom

ndash PASA Project Alternate Assessment bull Dr Naomi Zigmond ndash ReadingMath Email PASArmpittedu

bull Dr Steve Lyon ndash Science Email PASAscipittedu

ndash PaTTAN Specific Disability Information bull Hbg 8003607282 KOP 800 4413215 Pgh 8004465607

httpwwwpattannetcategoryAboutContact

ndash PDE Unique Accommodations bull Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction 7177874234

bull Bureau of Special Education 7177832311

bull Email 00testingpsupenpsuedu

21

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information

bull John Machella PASA jmachellapagov

bull Diane Simaska PSSA ELAKeystone LiteratureAccommodations dsimaskapagov

22

Page 20: Guidelines for Selection and Use of Accommodations for ...€¦ · • This Power Point presentation is not a substitute for the detailed information in the Accommodations Guidelines

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Supplemental resources ndash Tool 1 Guidelines for Selecting

ndash Tool 2 Guidelines for Using

ndash Tool 3 Studentrsquos Perspective

ndash Tool 4 Parentrsquos Input

ndash Tool 5 Documentation of Classroom Use

ndash Tool 6 After-Test Evaluation

ndash Tool 7 Assessment Accommodation Plan

20

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Important Links

ndash Pennsylvanias Accommodations Guidelines posted on PDErsquos website

bull Accommodations Guidelines

ndash National Center on Educational Outcomes (NCEO) Online Training to Improve Accommodations Decision Making posted on NCEOrsquos website

bull httpnceoinfoResourcestraining_modulesAccomm

ndash eDirect program tools and Pennsylvaniarsquos testing program information posted on the Standards Aligned System website

bull httpspadrcedirectcom

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information ndash Data Recognition Corporation Customer Service

bull 18004517849

bull Email pacustomerservicedatarecognitioncorpcom

ndash PASA Project Alternate Assessment bull Dr Naomi Zigmond ndash ReadingMath Email PASArmpittedu

bull Dr Steve Lyon ndash Science Email PASAscipittedu

ndash PaTTAN Specific Disability Information bull Hbg 8003607282 KOP 800 4413215 Pgh 8004465607

httpwwwpattannetcategoryAboutContact

ndash PDE Unique Accommodations bull Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction 7177874234

bull Bureau of Special Education 7177832311

bull Email 00testingpsupenpsuedu

21

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information

bull John Machella PASA jmachellapagov

bull Diane Simaska PSSA ELAKeystone LiteratureAccommodations dsimaskapagov

22

Page 21: Guidelines for Selection and Use of Accommodations for ...€¦ · • This Power Point presentation is not a substitute for the detailed information in the Accommodations Guidelines

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Important Links

ndash Pennsylvanias Accommodations Guidelines posted on PDErsquos website

bull Accommodations Guidelines

ndash National Center on Educational Outcomes (NCEO) Online Training to Improve Accommodations Decision Making posted on NCEOrsquos website

bull httpnceoinfoResourcestraining_modulesAccomm

ndash eDirect program tools and Pennsylvaniarsquos testing program information posted on the Standards Aligned System website

bull httpspadrcedirectcom

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information ndash Data Recognition Corporation Customer Service

bull 18004517849

bull Email pacustomerservicedatarecognitioncorpcom

ndash PASA Project Alternate Assessment bull Dr Naomi Zigmond ndash ReadingMath Email PASArmpittedu

bull Dr Steve Lyon ndash Science Email PASAscipittedu

ndash PaTTAN Specific Disability Information bull Hbg 8003607282 KOP 800 4413215 Pgh 8004465607

httpwwwpattannetcategoryAboutContact

ndash PDE Unique Accommodations bull Bureau of Curriculum Assessment and Instruction 7177874234

bull Bureau of Special Education 7177832311

bull Email 00testingpsupenpsuedu

21

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information

bull John Machella PASA jmachellapagov

bull Diane Simaska PSSA ELAKeystone LiteratureAccommodations dsimaskapagov

22

Page 22: Guidelines for Selection and Use of Accommodations for ...€¦ · • This Power Point presentation is not a substitute for the detailed information in the Accommodations Guidelines

1152015

2015-16 Keystone Exams amp PSSA Accommodations

bull Contact Information

bull John Machella PASA jmachellapagov

bull Diane Simaska PSSA ELAKeystone LiteratureAccommodations dsimaskapagov

22


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