Paper and Pencil Test Administration Manual
Delaware Comprehensive Assessment System (DCAS)
2013 – 2014
© Delaware Department of Education, 2013Descriptions of the operation of the Test Delivery System, Test Information Distribution Engine, Online Reporting System,
and related systems are property of the American Institutes for Research (AIR) and are used with permission of AIR.
© Delaware Department of Education, 2013Descriptions of the operation of the Test Delivery System, Test Information Distribution Engine, Online Reporting System,
and related systems are property of the American Institutes for Research (AIR) and are used with permission of AIR.
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DELAWARE COMPREHENSIVE ASSESSMENT SYSTEM (DCAS) SUPPORT
The DCAS portal at http://de.portal.airast.org is the home for all DCAS applications and resources. All manuals, brochures, and other information are available from this portal. Additionally, all DCAS applications can be accessed through links on the portal. The portal is where all announcements and news will be posted.
For questions regarding the DCAS testing system, or for additional assistance, please contact the DCAS Help Desk at the American Institutes for Research (AIR).
When contacting the Help Desk about data entry issues, provide as much detail as possible about any issues encountered. This may include the following:
n Any error messages that appeared n Operating system and browser informationn Information about network configuration
The Help Desk is open Monday through Friday from 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Eastern time. During these hours, staff will respond promptly to calls.
The help desk should be contacted for the following situations:
1. Data Entry Interface (DEI) is unavailable
For the following situations, contact the Delaware Department of Education (DDOE):
n Incorrect or missing student(s) or student information
n Incorrect or missing student accommodation
For the above situations, additional information is provided later in this document.
American Institutes for ResearchHelp Desk Contact Information
Phone: 1-877-560-8331Fax: 1-877-231-7813
E-mail: [email protected]
Table of Contents
Introduction and General Information ...........................................................................................................................................1Updates to Testing for 2013–2014 ...............................................................................................................................................1Manual Organization ......................................................................................................................................................................1Additional Resources .......................................................................................................................................................................1Important Dates ...............................................................................................................................................................................2Roles and Responsibilities .............................................................................................................................................................3
Preparing for the DCAS ......................................................................................................................................................................5Receipt of Test Materials ...............................................................................................................................................................5Student Participation and Accommodations ............................................................................................................................6Preparing Students for Testing .....................................................................................................................................................7Test Security and Materials ...........................................................................................................................................................7Delaware Department of Education State Assessment System Security and Violations ................................................9
During Testing Administration ......................................................................................................................................................12Establishing Appropriate Testing Conditions .........................................................................................................................12Expected Testing Times ................................................................................................................................................................12Distributing Materials ..................................................................................................................................................................13Directions for Administration ....................................................................................................................................................13Ensuring That Accommodations Are Provided ........................................................................................................................15Securing Test Materials between Administration Sessions .................................................................................................15Administer Make-up Testing .......................................................................................................................................................15Absences ...........................................................................................................................................................................................15
Following Test Administration .......................................................................................................................................................16Destroying Test Materials ............................................................................................................................................................16Testing Incidents and Irregularities ..........................................................................................................................................16Entering Student Responses .......................................................................................................................................................17Packaging Materials for Return ..................................................................................................................................................17Returning Test Booklets ...............................................................................................................................................................17
Appendix A: 2013–2014 DCAS Resources ....................................................................................................................................19
Appendix B: Directions for Administration (Printable Version) ............................................................................................21
Appendix C: Accommodation Screen in the DCAS Test Information Distribution Engine (TIDE) ................................23
Appendix D: What To Do When (for Paper and Pencil Testing) ..............................................................................................25
Appendix E: Test Booklet Samples .................................................................................................................................................27
Appendix F: DCAS After-Testing Suggestions .............................................................................................................................29
Appendix G: School and District Security Checklists ................................................................................................................31
Appendix H: Security Certification ................................................................................................................................................33
Appendix I: Math Resources ............................................................................................................................................................35
Appendix J: Science Resources ........................................................................................................................................................41
Appendix K: Entering Student Responses....................................................................................................................................43
Appendix L: Handheld Calculator Policy ......................................................................................................................................49Calculator Memory Clearing .......................................................................................................................................................50
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Paper/pencil forms for each of the DCAS tests are available for those students unable to take the assessments online or use print-on-request as a result of disability, illness, homebound instruction, or testing location.
This Paper/Pencil Test Administration Manual provides information on policies and procedures for administering the DCAS paper/pencil forms.
Updates to Testing for 2013–2014
This year, DCAS is supported on current-generation iPad and selected Android tablets, as well as Chromebooks.
• The Data Entry Interface (DEI) has a new design that will appear across all secure browsers and operating systems, including tablets. This design does not change how responses are entered. However, there are a few changes:
o The buttons in the bottom of the screen (zoom, calculator, formula, back, next, etc.) now appear at the top of the screen.
o Item-based icons, including Mark for Review, are larger. o The Global and Context menus are larger and easier to read.
• Any supported iPads or Android tablets that will be used for data entry of student responses must have the mobile secure browser installed.
Refer to the About Mobile Secure Browsers and Chromebooks for instructions on mobile secure browser installation and how to manage the Chromebooks einvironment, located on the DCAS portal (de.portal.airast.org).
Manual Organization
This manual covers the following topics:
n Preparing for the DCAS n Security of DCAS materials n Administering the DCAS, including specific directions for administration n Entering students’ responses into the Data Entry Interfacen Return of DCAS paper/pencil testing materials to AIR
Table 1. Key Icons and ElementsIcon Description
Warning: This symbol accompanies important information regarding actions that may cause errors.
Caution: This symbol accompanies important information regarding a task.
Note: This symbol accompanies helpful information or reminders.
Additional Resources
Separate user guides (located at de.portal.airast.org) contain screenshots and step-by-step instructions on how to use the DCAS. A list of all available user guides is included in Appendix A.
Introduction and General Information
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Important Dates
Table 2: Assessment CalendarFALL 2013 DCAS Assessment
Date Event/Activity
August 30, 2013Deadline to confirm that all students’ information, including accommodations (e.g., paper or homebound) are set in e‐school for the DCAS Fall test window Reading and Mathematics, and EOC.
October 2 – 18, 2013 DCAS – Fall Test Window for Reading and Mathematics, grades 3 – 10
October 2, 2013 Data Entry Interface (DEI) available
October 25, 2013 Last day to enter responses into Data Entry Interface (DEI)
November 1, 2013 District Test Coordinators (DTCs) return DCAS test books
SPRING 2014 DCAS Assessment – Reading, Mathematics and EOC
Date Event/Activity
December 3, 2013Deadline to confirm that all students’ information, including accommodations (e.g., paper or homebound) are set in e‐school for the DCAS Spring Window 1 Reading and Mathematics, and EOC.
January 6 – 31, 2014Spring Test Window 1 for EOC Algebra II, Integrated Math III, and US History; optional EOC Biology.
January 6, 2014Data Entry Interface (DEI) available for EOC Algebra II, Integrated Math III, and US History; optional Biology.
January 20 – 31, 2014 DCAS – Spring Test Window 1 for Reading and Mathematics, grades 3 – 10
January 20, 2014 Data Entry Interface (DEI) available for Reading and Math, grades 3 – 10
February 7, 2014 Last day to enter responses into Data Entry Interface (DEI)
February 14, 2014 District Test Coordinators (DTCs) return DCAS test books
SPRING 2014 DCAS Assessment – Reading, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies and EOC
Date Event/Activity
March 7, 2014Deadline to confirm that all students’ information, including accommodations (e.g., paper or homebound) are set in e‐school for the DCAS Spring Window 2 Reading, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and EOC.
April 21 – May 23, 2014Spring Test Window 2 for EOC Algebra II, Integrated Math III, and US History; optional EOC Biology.
April 21, 2013Data Entry Interface (DEI) available for EOC Algebra II, Integrated Math III, and US History; optional Biology.
May 12 – 30, 2014 DCAS – Spring Test Window 2 for Reading and Mathematics, grades 3 – 10
May 12, 2014 Data Entry Interface (DEI) available for Reading and Mathematics, grades 3 – 10.
May 19 – June 2, 2014DCAS – Spring Test Window 2 for:
Science, grades 5, 8, 10Social Studies, grades 4 and 7
May 30, 2014Last Day to enter responses for EOC Algebra II, Integrated Math III, and US History; optional EOC Biology.
June 4, 2014 Last day to enter responses for Reading and Mathematics into Data Entry Interface (DEI)
June 6, 2014 Last day to enter responses for Science and Social Studies into Data Entry Interface (DEI)
June 13, 2014 District Test Coordinators (DTCs) return DCAS test books
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Roles and Responsibilities
All test coordinators, test administrators and school administrative staff who will be involved in DCAS administration must complete the DCAS Test Administrator Training and Update Course. This course will provide training on how to properly administer a DCAS test, review of DCAS security and updates on the changes to all DCAS applications.
District Test Coordinators
District Test Coordinators (DTCs) are responsible for coordinating testing in their district. They should ensure that the School Test Coordinators (STCs) in their district are appropriately trained and aware of testing policies and procedures. DTCs must also sign the security certification form (Appendix H).
Table 3: District Test Coordinator Checklist for Paper/Pencil TestingActivity Completion
Work with schools to determine policy regarding which students are eligible to receive the paper/pencil versions of the DCAS
Before testing window
Identify students who need paper/pencil test forms (add accommodation to DCAS Accommodations) and distribute the test booklets and materials to the STC
Before first testing window
Review scheduling and testing requirements with STCs Before each test cycle
Assure that all individuals who will be administering paper/pencil test attend training Ongoing
Collect test booklets and return used and unused test booklets to vendor After test administration
School Test Coordinators
A School Test Coordinator (STC) can be a principal, vice principal, technology coordinator, counselor, or other staff member. We recommend that the STC be a person with non-instructional or limited instructional duties so that she or he can coordinate testing activity in the school.
STCs are ultimately accountable for ensuring that testing is conducted in accordance with the test security policies and other policies and procedures established by the Delaware Department of Education. STCs must
n identify TAs and ensure that they are properly trained; n create or approve testing schedules and procedures for the school; n monitor testing progress during the testing window and ensure that all students participate as appropriate; andn address testing problems as needed.
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Table 4: School Test Coordinator Checklist for Paper/Pencil VersionActivity Completion
Make sure accommodations have been reviewed and updated in DCAS Accommodations Database and are correct in TIDE
Before and during each testing window
Identify,request, and receive paper/pencil version of test for appropriate students (mark accommodation)
Before testing window opens
Set up testing schedule for two weeks of testing for paper/pencil testBefore and during each testing window
Request any additional copies of paper/pencil test for homebound students Before testing window opens
Inventory all test booklets when received Before test window opens
Assure that all individuals who will be administering paper/pencil test attend training including information regarding the read-aloud, scribing, and translating policies and procedures
Before and during each testing window
Test students during two-week paper/pencil test window During testing window
Verify that student responses have been entered on the online Data Entry Interface During and after testing window
Return used and unused test booklets to the DTC After testing window
In addition, STCs who also act as TAs must review all user guides and other manuals.
Test Administrators
TAs administer the DCAS. The DCAS Paper-and-Pencil version may be administered only by
• Delaware-certified educators (teachers, administrators, or guidance counselors); • paraprofessionals, if closely supervised by a Delaware-certified educator; • translators (if they are not Delaware-certified educators, they must be closely supervised by a
Delaware-certified educator); and • substitute teachers (if they are not Delaware-certified educators, they must be closely
supervised by a Delaware-certified educator).
If there is a severe shortage of staff, a test may be administered by
• student teachers acting as TAs, if closely supervised by a Delaware-certified educator, and • student teachers and school support staff to act as proctors.
Table 5: Test Administrator ChecklistActivity Completion
Review necessary manuals and user guides (as listed in in Appendix A) Before testing
Complete the DCAS Test Administrator Training and Updates and sign DCAS Security form Before testing
Prepare the testing environment, ensuring that students have the necessary equipment and materials, including scratch paper, pencils, and rulers as appropriate
Before testing
Ensure that students receive the necessary accommodations (Special Education/504, ELL) Before testing
Administer the DCAS Paper/Pencil version, following the Directions for Administration During testing
Report testing irregularities After testing
Dispose of scratch paper in a secure manner After testing
Enter the student responses on the online Data Entry Interface or arrange for their entry After testing
Return test booklets to the STC After testing
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Receipt of Test Materials
Paper/pencil tests are secure documents and must be appropriately handled. Secure handling must protect the integrity, validity, and confidentiality of assessment questions, prompts, and student results. Any deviation in test administration must be reported to ensure the validity of the assessment results. Mishandling of test administration puts student information at risk and disadvantages the student because tests that are improperly administered may be invalidated.
Failure to honor security severely jeopardizes compliance with district and state accountability requirements and the accuracy of student data. Printed test materials will be shipped only for those students who have been identified as eligible for the paper/pencil accommodation. Printed materials will be shipped to the District Test Coordinator who will distribute the materials. Manuals and other information can also be found online at http://de.portal.airast.org. DTCs, STCs, and Test Administrators are able to print out materials from this site.
All test materials for paper/pencil assessments must be kept in a securely locked room that can only be entered with a key or key card. All test materials must remain secure, both prior to the testing and following testing. Student test documents must not be given to the Test Administrator prior to the date of the actual test administration.
All printed test materials must be returned to the DTC as soon as each student’s answers have been entered into the Data Entry Interface. This should be done as soon as possible after testing is completed. The materials must be kept in a secure location until all tests are completed. After entry is complete, the STC must return all test booklets to the DTC who will return them to AIR.
Samples of the cover pages of the test booklet are located in Appendix E.
All test materials are scheduled to arrive at the district’s or charter school’s Assessment Coordinator’s office approximately one week before the opening of the paper/pencil test window.
Table 6: Checklist for District Test Coordinators: Inventorying and Distributing Paper/Pencil Test Materials
1. Produce an accommodations list from the DCAS accommodations application for all students who have a paper/ pencil accommodation or from request form. o
2. If testing materials have not been received by the week before testing begins, contact the AIR Help Desk. o
3. Open paper/pencil shipment of test materials. Inventory the paper/pencil quantities. Validate the receipt of materi- als against the shipment order. o
4. Store test materials in secure location. o
5. Distribute test materials to appropriate schools. Use the District Security Checklist (provided in Appendix G). o
6. Retain cartons for return shipment. o
7. Collect and return the used and unused materials to AIR. o
The following test materials used for the paper/pencil tests must be securely shredded and recycled on-site immediately after each separate testing session:
n Scratch paper and all other paper handouts written on by students during testingn Any reports or other documents that contain personally identifiable student information
These materials cannot be retained for use from one testing session to the next.
Preparing for the DCAS
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Student Participation and Accommodations
Students from all Delaware public schools in the specific grade levels must participate in the DCAS unless they receive a special exemption, are being administered DCAS Alt-1, or they qualify as recently arrived English language learners. (See the DCAS Guidelines for Inclusion for more information on recently arrived English language learners.)
Both paper/pencil and paper Braille forms are available. Enter the correct accommodation codes in the online accommodations system. DDOE will notify AIR which schools and students require paper/pencil and Braille forms.
All student testing accommodations must be entered in the DCAS accommodations database. A student must be provided with all accommodations entered in the DCAS accommodations database. You can review the DCAS Accommodations for each student in the DCAS TIDE application (See Appendix C).
Students may refuse to use an accommodation, but they must be offered the opportunity to use all specified accommodations.
If questions arise about the use of specific accommodations with the DCAS, please contact Helen Dennis (302-735-4090) or Brian Touchette (302-735-4210) at the Delaware Department of Education.
Student ID Numbers
All students must be registered at their testing schools before they can take any DCAS test. The student must be registered in the DCAS TIDE system in the correct school.
If a student is not registered at the testing school, this information must be updated in the student information system before the student can be tested. Data from the student information system will be uploaded nightly into DCAS.
If materials are distributed to students containing both the student name and the SSID, these materials must be collected before the students leave the testing room and then shredded.
Exempt Students
Some students, may qualify for an exemption from the DCAS during a particular testing window. These include the following:
n Students receiving services at an out-of-state residential program that is approved by the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP)
n A recently arrived ELL student (who has been in U.S. schools less than one year at the time of testing for reading only
n Students too ill to test or students who have recently experienced severe traumatic eventsn Other student situations identified by the school, evaluated and approved by DDOE
Please do not enter any exemption requests until the close of the testing window unless the student’s disposition is known to be permanent. All exemptions must be entered no later than one week after the testing window closes.
Remember, not all accommodations available in the classroom are to be used in DCAS testing. Only these specifically identified in DCAS Accommodations may be used during testing
Please see Appendix D, What to Do When, for specific examples of when to file an exemption request.
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Preparing Students for Testing
In order to best prepare students for testing, provide them with the following instructions as applicable:
n Remind students to take their time; this is not a timed test. n Students should use their scratch paper to take notes and work through multi-step questions. n Remind students to do a last check before they submit their test. n Students should try to be well-rested and have a good breakfast the day of testing. A relaxed and confident
attitude is the goal when testing.
Test Security and Materials
The security of assessment instruments and the confidentiality of student information are vital to maintain the validity, reliability, and fairness of the results. There will be systematic checks and balances of the test data to locate discrepancies among scores. The DDOE will monitor testing and conduct investigations of reported breaches of security. DCAS is covered by the terms outlined in Subchapter IV of Chapter 1, Title 14 of the Delaware Code.
All test items, test materials, and student-level testing information are secure documents and must be appropriately handled. Secure handling must protect the integrity, validity, and confidentiality of assessment questions, prompts, and student results. Any deviation in test administration must be reported to ensure the validity of the assessment results. Mishandling of test administration puts student information at risk and disadvantages the student because tests that are improperly administered may be invalidated. Failure to honor security severely jeopardizes district and state accountability requirements and the accuracy of student data. All test administrators must take the Test Administrator Training and sign the DCAS Security form after reviewing the Delaware Department of Education State Assessment System Security and Violations section on pages 9–11.
Because the DCAS is administered online, printed test materials will be shipped only for those students requiring the paper-and-pencil accommodation or students identified as homebound. If a student is homebound, the flag must be set in e-school in order for the student to receive a paper-pencil test. Confirm that all students’ information, including their accommodations (e.g., paper or homebound), are set in e-school to ensure on-time delivery of materials. On-time orders are the orders set in e-school before the close of the on-time order window. In order to be included in the on-time order, the homebound or paper accommodation must be set for the student. If additional orders are needed, they will be accepted by the DCAS Help Desk beginning the day that material arrives in the district. These orders will be shipped several times a week. Additional orders must be placed by the DTC.
Manuals, user guides, and other information can also be found online at de.portal.airast.org. STCs and TAs will be able to print additional materials from this site.
The following test materials must be securely shredded and recycled immediately after each testing session and may not be retained from one testing session to the next:
n Scratch paper and all other paper handouts written on by students during testingn Any reports or other documents that contain personally identifiable student information, including cards with
student ID numbers
Allowable Resources for Paper/Pencil Testing
During the administration of the Reading test, the use of resources such as a dictionary, thesaurus, literature texts, or literary glossaries is NOT permitted. Only ELL students who have an accommodation to use a paper English dictionary may use one for the DCAS. Wall charts that contain literary definitions must be removed or covered during the testing session. During administration of the Social Studies test, charts containing dates or historical information must be removed or covered. During administration of the Mathematics and Science tests, students must NOT have access to notes, textbooks, maps, or charts. Protractors are NOT allowable resources for the online Mathematics test. The resources listed in Tables 7 and 8 may be provided to students during the DCAS test.
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Table 7: Not Allowable ResourcesMathematics Tests
• NO Protractors
• NO access to notes, textbooks, maps or charts
Social Studies Tests
• NO charts containing dates or historical information; they must be removed or covered during testing
Science Tests
• NO access to notes, textbooks, maps or charts
Reading Tests
• NO dictionary, thesaurus, literature texts or literary glossaries allowed
• ONLY ELL students who have an accommodation to use a paper English dictionary may use one for the DCAS
• NO wall charts that contain literary definitions; they must be removed or covered during testing
Table 8: Allowable Additional Resources for the DCAS Tests
All DCAS Tests
Pen or pencil.
Blank or grid scratch paper (must be securely shredded immediately after a test administration) and a ruler for drawing on scratch paper only.
Posters offering students encouragement or inspiration without any specific content related to content standards.
Online test keyboard navigation symbols (found in the Test Administrator User Guide)• Department-approved keyboard navigation symbols can be provided to students as a poster or wall chart or as individual
handouts. However, if students write on them, the handouts will need to be shredded after testing.
Students using the Spanish-English side-by-side accommodation will need to have an English version of the help screens printed out and available during the test, because all the help screens, instructions, and error messages will be in Spanish only.
Headphones will be needed by students who are using the text-to-speech feature (in which the computer reads aloud portions of the test).
Mathematics Tests
Calculators:• The calculator accessible within the DCAS is allowed during testing. See Online Calculators in the DCAS Tests (2013–2014) at
http://de.portal.airast.org• School handheld calculators as specified in Appendix L.
Department-approved formula:• Only the formula sheets accessible in the DCAS are allowed during the Mathematics test. (Available in Appendix I)
Grid Paper:• It is mandatory to provide two sheets of graph paper per student for each Mathematics test. Students in grades 2–5 should
have a ½-inch grid. Students in grades 6–10 should have a ¼-inch grid. Both grids can be located in Appendix F or on the DCAS portal.
Hundreds Table:• The hundreds table accessible in the DCAS is allowed during the grade 2 Mathematics test.
Science Tests
Department-approved Periodic table:• Only the Periodic table accessible in the DCAS is allowed during the Science test. (Available in Appendix J)
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Delaware Department of Education State Assessment System Security and Violations
Definitions.
The following terms shall have the meanings indicated:
1) “State Assessment System” means the assessment program established pursuant to Subchapter III of this title, including the assessments administered pursuant thereto; and
2) “Department” means the Delaware Department of Education;
3) “Individual” means a student, teacher, administrator, local or state school board member, or other employee, agent or contractor employed by the Delaware public school system whether local or at the state level, and including an employee, agent or contractor of a charter school;
4) “School district” means any school district, special school or charter school created pursuant to the provisions of this title;
5) “Assessment administration” means the range of activities from the initial procurement of secure assessment materials including those delivered via the computer through testing and the return of secure assessment materials to the Department or its agents;
6) “Log-in” means the process of accessing the assessment website;
7) “Secure browser” means the computer browser that prevents the student from accessing functions of the computer that are not allowed during assessment;
8) “Student Identification Number” means the unique identification number assigned to each student in the State of Delaware under which his or her student records are maintained; and
9) “Assessment site” means the physical location of the assessment administration, including a computer lab, classroom, or other room.
Security and data procedures.
a) The Department shall promulgate rules and regulations to ensure the security of the assessment administration, training of personnel and the collection and reporting of assessment data.
b) The Department’s rules and regulations shall provide for:
1) The security of the printed materials during assessment administration and the storage under lock and key of all secure assessment materials, including answer documents, before and after assessment administration;
2) Procedures to safeguard computer access information and use the secure browser, including printing of assessment content;
3) The proper administration of assessments and the monitoring of assessment administrations by school district personnel; and
4) Procedures for the accurate and timely collection, storage and retrieval of state assessment system materials and data.
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Assessment behavior violations.
It is an assessment security violation for an individual to fail to follow state assessment administration procedures promulgated by the Department, and no individual shall:
1) Give any examinee access to secure assessment items or materials except in the regular course of an authorized administration of the state assessment system;
2) Give unauthorized individuals or other persons access to secure assessment items or materials;
3) Copy, reproduce, use, or otherwise disclose in any manner inconsistent with assessment security regulations and procedures any portion of the secure assessment materials;
4) Provide answers during the assessment administration either orally, in writing, or by any other means to any examinee;
5) Coach any examinee during the assessment administration by giving the examinee answers to secure questions or otherwise directing or guiding a response or by altering or interfering with the examinee’s response in any way;
6) Fail to follow security regulations and procedures for the storage, distribution, collection and return of secure assessment materials or fail to account for all secure assessment materials before, during and after assessment administration;
7) Fail to properly monitor assessment administration, including permitting inappropriate collaboration between or among individuals; fail to remove or cover non-allowable resources from the assessment site during the assessment administration; or fail to destroy scratch paper used by students during the assessment administration;
8) Fail to prohibit students from accessing or using electronic equipment (e.g., cellular phones, personal digital assistant devices, iPods, electronic translators), other than those authorized for use by the Department for the assessment administration;
9) Fail to confirm proper identification of students being administered the assessment or intentionally give a student the wrong student identification number during the log-in, causing any student to log in and take the assessment under another student’s records;
10) Fail to collect and destroy any materials bearing student identification number(s) and student name(s) used to provide student(s) with this information during the assessment administration;
11) Produce unauthorized copies of assessment content from the computer website; fail to properly destroy authorized copies; or allow copies to be taken outside the assessment site;
12) Allow assessment administration by unauthorized personnel or personnel who have not received assessment administration certification;
13) Administer secure assessments on dates other than those authorized by the Department;
14) Participate in, direct, aid, counsel, assist, encourage or fail to report any of the acts prohibited in this subchapter; or
15) Refuse to disclose to the Department information regarding assessment security violations; or
16) Refuse to cooperate in the investigation of a suspected breach of assessment security, whether such investigation is conducted by a school district or the Department. The investigation shall include a review of mitigating circumstances, if applicable.
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Data reporting violations.
School districts and individuals shall not:
1) Fail to report assessment scores, numbers of students administered the assessment or any other data element required to be reported to the Department;
2) Report incorrect or otherwise inaccurate assessment scores, numbers of students administered the assessment or any other data element required to be reported to the Department;
3) Exclude a student from participation in the state assessment except in accordance with the regulations of the Department;
4) Refuse to disclose to the Department information concerning a violation of the foregoing data reporting requirements; or
5) Refuse to cooperate in the investigation of a suspected data reporting violation, whether such investigation is conducted by a school district or the Department. The investigation shall include a review of mitigating circumstances, if applicable.
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Establishing Appropriate Testing Conditions
The DTC and TAs should work together to determine the most appropriate testing option(s) and testing environment, based on the number of students in each tested grade, and the average time needed to complete each test. Testing students in classroom-sized groups is preferable to administering tests to large groups in large facilities. Establishing smaller groups lessens test fear and anxiety for the students and facilitates monitoring and control for the TA.
The test administration should be conducted in a room that does not crowd students. Good lighting, ventilation, and freedom from noise and interruptions are important factors to be considered when selecting a site. When testing homebound students, the best testing environment possible at the home should be arranged.
The room should be prepared for test administration. Information that is displayed on bulletin boards, chalkboards, or charts and that students might use to help them answer questions should be removed or covered. This applies to rubrics, vocabulary charts, student work, posters, graphs, charts, etc.
Cell phones or other electronic devices are not allowed in the testing room.
It may be helpful to place a “TESTING—DO NOT DISTURB” sign on the door.
It may also be helpful to block off hallways by posting signs in halls and entrances. Reroute traffic, if necessary, in order to promote optimal testing conditions.
The test administration should be conducted with the following requirements to promote optimal testing conditions:
Room Requirements
• Good lighting, ventilation and freedom from noise and interruptions
• Bulletin boards, chalkboards or charts with any information (rubrics, vocabulary, student work, posters, graphs, etc.) must be removed or covered
• Post sign outside door and in the hallway, that states “TESTING – DO NOT DISTURB”
• Re-route traffic in hallways to minimize noise and distractions
• NO Cell phone or other electronic devices allowed in the testing room
Seating Requirements
• Arrangements for student seating should be completed prior to the test administration
• Students should be seated so that they will not be tempted to look at the answers of others
Time Requirements
• When setting testing times, remember to account for any time needed to start computers, load secure browsers and log in students.
Students should be seated so that they will not be tempted to look at the answers of others. To prevent confusion, arrangements for student seating should be completed prior to the test administration.
Expected Testing Times
Establish procedures to maintain a quiet testing environment throughout the testing session, recognizing that some students will finish more quickly than others. Review DCAS After-Testing suggestions in Appendix F and adopt a school policy. If students are allowed to leave the testing room when they finish, explain the procedures for leaving without disrupting others and where the students are expected to report once they leave. If students are expected to remain in the testing room until the end of the session, instruct them on what activities they may do after they finish the test.
During Testing Administration
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The paper/pencil tests are NOT timed; however, students who begin a paper/pencil session should complete the test within the session whenever possible.
All testing must be completed during the designated testing window. Students who finish early should be encouraged to use any remaining test time to check answers.
Distributing Materials
STCs must follow procedures for distributing secure test materials to each Test Administrator. Appendix G contains a Security Checklist that DTCs can follow to ensure that the correct procedures are followed. Each Test Administrator must sign a form indicating that they have received the secure test materials.
Directions for Administration
In order to ensure that all students are tested under the same conditions, you should adhere strictly to the following Directions for Administration. When asked, you should answer questions raised by students, but you should never help the class or individual students with specific test items.
All directions that you are to read to students are displayed in bold type so that they stand out from the regular text. Read these directions exactly as they are written, using a natural tone and manner.
If you make a mistake in reading a direction, stop and say, “I made a mistake. Listen again.” Then read the direction again.
Try to maintain a natural classroom atmosphere during the test session. Before each test begins, encourage students to do their best. See Appendix B for printable directions for administration pages for reading, mathematics, science, and social studies assessments.
The script follows (with Test Administrator read-aloud sections in bold):
SAY: You are now going to take the [subject] test. You will have [time] to complete this test.
Make sure that you have two sharpened No. 2 pencils on your desk. If you need another pencil during the test, raise your hand and I will give you one. If you need to change an answer, make sure that you completely erase the answer you do not want.
Are there any questions? Answer any questions.
I will hand out the test booklets. Do not open your test booklet until I tell you to do so. Make sure that each student receives his or her assigned test booklet and has two No. 2 pencils.
Look at the back covers of your test booklet. Print all the requested information. Allow time for students to print their information.
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There are several important things to remember:
1. Read each question carefully. Think about what is being asked.
2. For multiple-choice questions, circle your choice in the test booklet. Mark only one answer. If you change an answer, make sure that you erase your old answer completely. Notice that the answer choices are A through D.
3. Do not spend too much time on any one question. Go on to the next question and return to the skipped question after answering the remaining questions. You must answer all questions.
4. Check your work when you are finished.
You should continue until you see the word “STOP” in your test booklet. If you finish before time is called, make sure that you have answered all the questions and bubbled any information needed. Then raise your hand and I will collect your test.
After I collect your test, you may take out your silent work. Are there any questions? Pause for students’ questions.
If you have any questions during the test, please raise your hand.
Go to page 1 of your test booklet. Please read the directions provided in the test booklet. You may begin.
When the students are finished, collect all test materials, including scratch paper, etc.
See below for sample instructions from reading and mathematics test booklets:
Directions: Read each passage. Then read each question about the passage. The following
answer to each question and circle the letter of the answer you have chosen. multiple-choice questions have only one right answer. Choose the best
ReadingR
Directions: Read each question or problem carefully. The multiple-choice questions in this
section have only one correct answer. Choose the best answer to each question
and circle the letter of the answer you have chosen. You may use a calculator
during this test session.
Mathematics M
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Ensuring That Accommodations Are Provided
DTCs must ensure that Special Education, Section 504, and ELL students are provided the accommodations to which they are entitled. Special protocols must be followed for translating, signing, scribing, reading aloud, and other accommodations. Test Administrators must be familiar with these protocols if they are administering tests to students with these accommodations.
Securing Test Materials between Administration Sessions
The DTC is responsible for monitoring and ensuring the secure storage of all test materials between testing sessions. Secure test booklets, when not in use, must be stored in a locked, secure location in each school.
Administer Make-up Testing
Students who are absent during their regular testing period can be tested at any time during the DCAS paper/pencil test window. All students who can be appropriately tested must take the assessment.
In addition, any students who have not completed their tests should be allowed to do so within the DCAS paper/pencil test window.
Absences
STCs must keep a record of absences for any student in grades 3–10 who is eligible for paper/pencil testing and was absent from the scheduled regular and make-up testing sessions.
Whenever possible, students who were ill or absent during testing should be tested during the paper/pencil make-up sessions in your school. If a student does not test during the scheduled or make-up testing his or her name must be recorded to indicate that he or she did not participate in testing and did not take the test during the school’s scheduled make‑up sessions. This record will help each school verify the receipt of student scores when released on the online reporting system. Apply for a special exemption if appropriate.
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Destroying Test Materials
The following test materials must be securely shredded and recycled immediately following each testing session and may not be retained from one testing session to the next:
n Any print on request documents printed for the students use during testing. The TA interface can generate a report that allows you to track all documents printed to make sure you have retrieved all printed documents.
n Scratch paper and all other paper handouts written on by students during testing.n Any reports or other documents that contain personally identifiable student information.
Testing Incidents and Irregularities
Reporting Test Irregularities
Testing irregularities are unusual circumstances that impact a group of students who are testing and may affect student performance on the test or interpretation of student scores. Examples of testing irregularities include major disruptions to a test, such as a fire drill, a school wide power outage, or a force majeure (e.g., a natural disaster), that impact either test security or test validity.
During an event such as a fire drill or other evacuation, safety is the top priority. If the TA can safely secure all test materials before evacuating the testing environment, then the TA should do so before evacuating. If the TA cannot safely secure the paper/pencil tests, then the TA should evacuate immediately. Upon returning to the testing environment, the TA should secure all test materials.
Testing irregularities also include the administration of an accommodation to a student who is not eligible to receive it or the failure to administer an accommodation to a student who is eligible to receive it.
If testing improprieties or irregularities occur during administration of a paper test, DDOE may invalidate the student scores. Alternatively, DDOE may allow the student to retest at the request of the school district if DDOE determines that the retest can be completed during the official testing window and allowing the student to retest will not compromise the security or validity of the assessment. Please see Appendix D, What to Do When.
Reporting Testing Security Incidents
Occasionally an emergency beyond the control of the Test Administrator will arise, necessitating some unusual action. Please see Appendix D, What to Do When, in this document for additional information.
For example, if a student becomes ill during a test session, the student should stop testing immediately. You should stop the student’s test session, and the student may continue the test at some later time. In such cases, a few minutes should be set aside for orientation at the beginning of the new session.
DTCs are required to report testing security incidents to the Delaware Department of Education.
Test Administrators and school administrators who have witnessed, been informed of, or suspect the possibility of a testing incident that could potentially impact the integrity of the tests, the data, and the test results should immediately contact the DTC:
Provide the following information:
n Name and role n School name n Date of incident
Following Test Administration
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n Description of incident n Type (e.g., cheating, copying items)
• Scope (e.g., individual, class, grade level, school wide) • By whom (e.g., student, school personnel)
All of these testing irregularities must be reported through the Assessment Request Application. No resets or grace period extensions will be given if an entry has not been recorded in this application.
Entering Student Responses
n Test Administrators should enter all student responses in the online Data Entry Interface system. (All responses must be entered in the online Data Entry Interface. Test books will not be scored when they are returned.)
n A second qualified person or the individual entering the responses verify that the responses entered match the responses that the student selected.
n Test Administrators should return all materials to the DTC.n Detailed instructions can be found in Appendix K.
Note: If you pause a test in the DEI for more than 30 minutes, you will not be able to review or change the responses to items you have already entered.
After a pause, you may resume entry of the student’s responses at any time within the test window opportunity. Once the DEI closes, the test record expires and the opportunity is lost.
The ability of the test to be paused is not intended for lunch or breaks.
Packaging Materials for Return
n DTCs should collect all test booklets, and other test materials from schools. n DTCs should verify that they have the same quantity of test materials that was distributed and that all materi-als are accounted for.
n Do not destroy any test booklets. All used and unused test materials must be returned. n Use the original shipping boxes to return the test materials to AIR. If these boxes have been damaged, please contact the AIR Help Desk at 877-560-8331 to request additional boxes.
n Do not overfill the box, and be sure to use filler if the materials do not completely fill the box. Remove any pre-vious markings or labels from the boxes before filling them.
Returning Test Booklets
The DTC is responsible for arranging for the test materials to be picked up and returned to AIR. It is very important that districts/charter schools follow the return procedures below so that test booklets are returned in a timely fashion.
Unacceptable Label Placements
DO NOT place any labels across the top or bottom of the boxes.
UPS Contact Information
UPS will serve as the shipping carrier. The DTC Kit contains appropriate UPS labels. If a daily pickup or a drop box is not available, call UPS at least two or three days before to schedule a pickup (800-742-5877).
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Packing of Test Materials for Return Shipment
n Locate the package labeled “DTC Kit.” This packet contains an envelope of UPS ground labels, which are pre-printed with your school information.
n Use the UPS ground delivery labels for test booklet return. n Do not write anything on the UPS return shipping label. n Once all boxes are appropriately labeled, seal them with packaging tape. n It is important to return test booklets as soon as possible after the test administration window.n Keep the boxes in locked storage until they are shipped to AIR.
For any additional information or questions regarding packing or shipping, please contact the AIR Help Desk at 877-560-8331.
Returning District Overage
DTCs must be sure to count and return ALL unused secure materials in the district overage shipment.
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All materials are available on the portal at: de.portal.airast.org.
Table A-1: Resources for the DCASResource Description
Online Test Administration ManualManual that includes information for District Test Coordinators, Test Administrators, and other roles. This manual describes the policies and responsibilities for each role in online testing.
Test Administrator User GuideGuide that offers specific instructions on how to use the online system. Includes screenshots and a troubleshooting guide.
TIDE User GuideGuide that offers specific instructions on how to use the TIDE system to perform tasks related to online testing.
Online Reporting System User GuideGuide that offers instructions on how to use the online reporting and participation reports system.
Test Administrator Training and Updates Live and Online Training and Updates
Student Training TestResource for students to learn and become familiar with the types of items that will be on their online tests. Online guides are available to help students learn about each item type.
Student Practice Test Resource for students to become familiar with the content of the online test.
Guidelines for Inclusion Guide that offers instruction for inclusion of students in the DCAS.
Online Calculators in the DCAS Tests A quick reference guide for the online calculators in the DCAS tests.
System RequirementsInformation on hardware and software requirement, including supported operating systems and web browsers for all DCAS applications.
Handheld Calculator Policy Policy for the use of handheld calculators.
Appendix A: 2013–2014 DCAS Resources
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The script follows (with Test Administrator read-aloud sections in bold):
SAY: You are now going to take the [subject] test. You will have [time] to complete this test.
Make sure that you have two sharpened No. 2 pencils on your desk. If you need another pencil during the test, raise your hand and I will give you one. If you need to change an answer, make sure that you completely erase the answer you do not want.
Are there any questions? Answer any questions.
I will hand out the test booklets. Do not open your test booklet until I tell you to do so. Make sure that each student receives his or her assigned test booklet and has two No. 2 pencils.
Look at the back covers of your test booklet. Print all the requested information. Allow time for students to print their information.
There are several important things to remember:
1. Read each question carefully. Think about what is being asked.
2. For multiple-choice questions, circle your choice in the test booklet. Mark only one answer. If you change an answer, make sure that you erase your old answer completely. Notice that the answer choices are A through D.
3. Do not spend too much time on any one question. Go on to the next question and return to the skipped question after answering the remaining questions. You must answer all questions.
4. Check your work when you are finished.
You should continue until you see the word “STOP” in your test booklet. If you finish before time is called, make sure that you have answered all the questions and bubbled any information needed. Then raise your hand and I will collect your test.
After I collect your test, you may take out your silent work. Are there any questions? Pause for students’ questions.
If you have any questions during the test, please raise your hand.
Go to page 1 of your test booklet. Please read the directions provided in the test booklet. You may begin.You may begin.
When the students are finished, collect all test materials, including scratch paper, etc.
Appendix B: Directions for Administration (Printable Version)
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Appendix C: Accommodation Screen in the DCAS Test Information Distribution Engine (TIDE)
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Description What to Do
Before Testing
A. A student is chronically truant. Do not submit incident report. No exemptions will be granted.
B. A student is present at school but refuses to take the test any time during the testing window.
Submit an incident report for the individual student for the affected tests.
C. A student is being treated as in-patent in a non-DSCYF mental health facility during the testing window.
Submit a request for an exemption. Keep letter from the doctor on file at the district office.
D. Student was recently released from a mental health facility, and his or her doctor believes the student should not test.
Submit a request for an exemption. Keep letter from the doctor on file at the district office.
E. A student is hospitalized or homebound with a serious or terminal illness.
Submit a request for an exemption. Keep letter from the doctor on file at the district office.
F. There is a death in the family before or during the testing window.Determine if the child can be tested at the end of the testing window; if that will not be feasible, submit an exemption.
G. A student is in a DSCYF juvenile detention facility.Do not submit an exemption. Make sure student has a home school record associated with your district and the student has been enrolled at the detention facility.
H. A student is in a court-ordered private placement in-state.Submit a request for an exemption. Keep letter from facility on file in district office. If the student does return, he or she must be given the opportunity to test.
I. Student is in court-ordered private placement out of state.Submit a request for an exemption. Keep letter from facility on file in district office. If the student does return, he or she must be given the opportunity to test.
J. Student is in DAPI or Consortium Discipline Alternative Program (CDAP).
Student will be tested at current CDAP facility. Make sure student has home school record and the CDAP facility has entered the student record for that facility.
K. Student is in adult prison. Submit a request for exemption.
L. Student delivers baby shortly before or during the testing window.Submit a request for exemption. Keep letter from doctor on file at the district office.
M. A student who wears glasses or takes medication on a daily basis is without them on testing day.
Postpone testing for student and have student take test at a later time in the testing window.
N. Student qualifies for English as a Second Language (ESL) services but the student’s parent/guardian/caregiver has withdrawn him or her from ESL services. Can this student have testing accommodations? Can this student qualify for an exemption in the Reading test?
If a student meets the criteria to be identified as an English language learner (ELL) and receive ESL services, a student may receive ELL accommodations even if parent/guardian/caregiver has withdrawn the student from ESL services.
Please see the Guidelines for Inclusion for ELL Student to determine if a student can be excluded from the reading test.
Appendix D: What To Do When (for Paper and Pencil Testing)
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Description What to Do
During Testing
A. A student becomes sick during testing.Stop student test, secure materials, and allow student to return during make-up sessions to finish test.
B. A student is removed from test session due to student misbehavior.
Stop student test, secure materials, and allow student to return during make-up sessions. If student is not allowed to finish, void the answer sheet.
C. A student is given a test accommodation that is not in his or her IEP.
Submit an incident report indicating name(s) and ID number(s) of student(s) involved. Indicate which accommodations were incorrectly provided. Students will not be penalized for Assessment Administrator or staff errors.
D. A security violation regarding test materials occurs.Report incident to the District Test Coordinator, who will contact the DDOE Accountability Resources office. The DTC should submit an online incident report. Refer to security policy in this manual.
E. A student is cheatingSubmit an incident report. Enforce district policies for student misconduct.
F. It is identified that a student who has test accommodations has not been provided one or more of these accommodations during a test session.
Submit an incident report. Make sure the student is provided with appropriate accommodations for any remaining test sessions. The student may be granted an exemption for the test session (content) affected.
G. A student moves out of my school before all test sessions are completed.
Indicate to receiving school if any paper/pencil testing has occurred.
H. A student moves into my school in middle of testing window. He or she has completed part of the test in previous school.
Indicate to receiving school if any paper/pencil testing has occurred.
I. A student registers in school from out of state during testing window.
The student should be administered all tests that he or she can complete before the testing window has ended. Paper/pencil accommodations must be entered into the DCAS Accommodations application, which will always remain open so that all accommodations can be entered at any time.
J. The building experiences a fire drill, emergency situation, or extended power outage.
The TA should ensure student safety and pause the test if time permits. Testing should be continued when order is restored if time permits. If not, a new test session must be scheduled to give the students sufficient time to complete the test.
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Grade 3Mathematics & Reading Test Booklet
DelawareComprehensive Assessment System (DCAS)
Appendix E: Test Booklet Samples
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When administering an untimed test, students will finish at different times. What students are allowed to do while other students finish is a dilemma. Here is the DDOE’s list of recommended, suggested and prohibited activities. This list is not complete. If you have doubts about the appropriateness of an activity, contact James Hertzog to discuss at 302-735-4090 or [email protected].
Activity Status Rationale
Leave the testing room and report back to regularly scheduled activity
Recommended Student instructional time is not wasted
Leave the testing room and report to pre-designated, monitored holding area, with or without a scheduled activity
Suggested Students are engaged
Sit quietly in their seats Allowed This is difficult for many students
Read a preapproved book or pre-assigned material not related to the tested subject
Suggested Quiet, not a major security risk
Write in a journal, diary, or on any paper Prohibited Security risk that students may transmit item content
Listen to music on an iPod, etc. Prohibited Electronic devices are not allowed in the testing room
Use a cell phone Prohibited Electronic devices are not allowed in the testing room
Play video games on the computer Prohibited Too distracting to other students
Use the computer to research answers to questions they missed
Prohibited Security risk with other students still testing
Use the computer to communicate Prohibited Security risk that students may transmit item content
Use the computer for any other reason Not recommended Too difficult to monitor
Talk or signal to other students Prohibited Too distracting to other students and security risk
Move about the testing room Prohibited Too distracting to other students
Appendix F: DCAS After-Testing Suggestions
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Appendix G: School and District Security Checklists
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DCAS SECURITY FORMSchool District________________________________________________________________ School____________________________________________________
COMPLETE PRIOR TO TEST ADMINISTRATION - SECURITY CERTIFICATION Initial and sign the below portion of this form before administering tests and/or handling any secure test materials
I do hereby certify that I have received and read the DDOE Test Security Policy governing the Delaware Comprehensive Assessment System (DCAS) as supported by Subchapter IV, Chapter 1, Title 14 and do hereby certify the following:
Initial each statement that is related to your DCAS role.
______ As a Test Administrator, I have received training in test security and general testing procedures for DCAS test administration;
______ As a Test Administrator, I am aware of my obligations concerning the proper administration of each DCAS test;
______ I understand my obligations concerning the security and confidentiality of the tests, and I am aware of the range of penalties that may result from a violation of test security and confidentiality; and
______ I am aware of my obligation to report any suspected violation of test security.
I do hereby further certify, warrant, and affirm that I will faithfully and fully comply with all requirements concerning test security and confidentiality.
__________________________________________________ __________________________________________________ Signature Printed/Typed Name
_______________________________________ Date
SIGN AFTER EACH TEST WINDOW - DCAS NONDISCLOSURE AGREEMENT After all testing has been completed and all secure materials have been returned to the administrator/designee, sign and date the statement below.
I do hereby certify, warrant, and affirm that I have fully complied with all the requirements governing the Delaware Comprehensive Assessment System test administration and that I have reported any suspected violations of test security or confidentiality to the School Test Coordinator or administrator.
Furthermore, I have read and agree to abide by Subchapter IV, Chapter 1, Title 14 of the Delaware Code which enumerates possible violations of test security and provides the sanctions for such violations. Specifically, I agree not to
(a) Disclose, describe, or discuss specific test/assessment questions verbally, in writing, or by any other means to any other person;
(b) Copy, reproduce, use, or otherwise disclose any portion of secure test/assessment materials in any manner inconsistent with test security regulations and procedures;
(c) Give any examinee access to secure test/assessment items or materials except in the regular course of an authorized administration of the assessment(s);
(d) Give unauthorized individuals or other persons access to secure test items or assessment materials.
By signing my name to this document, I am assuring the Delaware Department of Education and its contractor(s) that I will abide by the above conditions.
FALL WINDOW
____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ _______________ Signature Printed/Typed Name Date
SPRING WINDOW
____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ _______________ Signature Printed/Typed Name Date
Return this completed form to the School Test Coordinator or school administrator
Appendix H: Security Certification
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The DCAS Math Resources are ½-inch graph paper, ¼-inch graph paper, grades 6–8 reference sheet, and grade 9 and 10 reference sheet.
Appendix I: Math Resources
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GRADE 6-8 MATHEMATICSREFERENCE SHEET
VOLUMES
Cube V = s3
Rectangular Prism V = lwh orV = Bh
where B = area of the base
Cylinder V = π hr 2
Cone V = 31π hr 2
Pyramid V = 31
Bhwhere B = area of the base
AREAS OF POLYGONS
Parallelogram A = bh
Rectangle A = bh or A=lw
Square A = s2 OR A = s × s
Triangle A = 21 bh
Trapezoid A = 21 h(b1 + b2)
CIRCLES
C = 2π r OR C = πd
A = π 2r
π =7
22OR π ≈ 3.14
RIGHT TRIANGLES
a
b
c
a2 + b2 = c2
SURFACE AREAS
Cube SA = 6s2 OR SA = 6×(s×s)
Cylinder SA = 2π hr + 2π 2r
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GRADE 9-10 MATHEMATICSREFERENCE SHEET
VOLUMES
Cube V = s3
Prism V = Bh where B=area of the base
Cylinder V = π hr2
Cone V = 31π hr2
Pyramid V = 31
Bhwhere B = area of the base
Sphere V = 34 π 3r
AREAS OF POLYGONS
Parallelogram A = bh
Rectangle A = bh
Square A = s2
Triangle A = 21 bh
Trapezoid A = 21 h(b1 + b2)
CIRCLES
C = 2π r OR C = πd
A = π 2r
RIGHT TRIANGLES
a
b
c
a2 + b2 = c2
Trigonometric Ratios: sin θ = c
a
cos θ = cb
tan θ = ba
SURFACE AREAS
Cube SA = 6s2
Cylinder SA = 2π hr + 2π 2r
Sphere SA = 4π 2r
OTHERS
d = ( ) ( ) 212
212 yyxx −+−
d = rt
Interest = principal × rate × time
Slope: m =12
12
xxyy
−
−
θ
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Periodic Table
Appendix J: Science Resources
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The Data Entry Interface allows authorized teachers to electronically record responses for student who tested with paper and pencil test booklets. Note: Students must answer every question, they cannot leave blanks.
All DCAS application sites, including the Data Entry Interface, are accessed through DDOE’s Identity Management System (IMS) application.
1. Access the DDOE IMS login page at https://login.doe.k12.de.us. Use your regular IMS ID and password to log in.
2. After you have successfully logged into IMS, you will see a list of applications available to you, including DCAS.
• Click the [DCAS] button from the IMS menu. You will be directed to the DCAS portal.
Appendix K: Entering Student Responses
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3. Click either the [Test Administrators/Coordinators] button to access DCAS applications.
4. Click the [Data Entry Inferface] button. If you are authorized to access this application, you will be automatically directed to the Data Entry Interface home page. You will not have to log in again.
5. Enter the student’s legal First Name and corresponding SSID, and then click [Sign In].
6. Verify the student’s information and the test for which responses are being entered.
Note: Firefox is required to use this site.
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Ø Is This The Student? – Verify the
student’s personal information (Enrolled Grade, Birth date, School and SSID).
Ø Tests For This Student – Select the test for which you are entering the student’s responses.
Login Process
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The End Test screen will appear. Select [Review My Answers].
NOTE: This must be done within 45 minutes
o Select an item from the list and then click [Review My Answers]. While reviewing the scores, the [End Test] button will remain on the screen.
o To return at any time to the End Test screen and submit the test for scoring, click the [End Test] button again. To complete the testing process, click [Submit Test].
The results screen will appear.
Sample Results Screen
Either a second reviewer or you should review your response entries. or the responses cannot be reviewed.
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An online calculator is provided for use on the DCAS. The use of a handheld calculator is not required, but if one is used, only approved calculators are permitted for the DCAS mathematics tests in grades 3 thru 10. Students should be thoroughly familiar with the operation of the calculator they plan to use on the assessment. Students should also have experience with the basic paper-and-pencil techniques of mathematics and be able to apply them when technological tools are unavailable or inappropriate.
Calculator Use and Restrictions Policy for Grades 3 – 5:
• Grades 3 – 5 may only use a basic four-function calculator (+, -, x, and ÷). The calculator may not have any additional function keys; such as, square root (√ ), sign ( ± ), percent ( % ), etc.
Calculator Use and Restrictions Policy for Grades 6 – 8:
• Grades 6 – 8 may not have any function keys which perform mathematical operations involving fractions; such
as, the fraction key ( ) or fraction to decimal key (F ⬌ D).
Calculator Use and Restrictions Policy for Grades 3 – 10
The following are NOT allowed for the DCAS:
• Non-calculators such as cell phones, PDAs, laptops, minicomputers, pocket organizers, etc. • Calculators with built in Computer Algebra Systems – CAS. • Programs/information stored in a calculator other than those that are factory installed. Proctors must clear
calculator memory both before and after each testing session. • Sharing calculators by students during a test session. • Beaming capabilities. (These must be disabled.) • Wireless communication technologies. Calculators having wireless communication technologies may be used if
those technologies are disabled. • Calculators with QWERTY keyboards or other typewriter-like keyboards or keypads (e.g. Dvorak). • Calculators that make noise, have paper tape, need to be plugged in or talk unless these specific calculators are
required as an accommodation.
Note: When using a TI-Nspire calculator, proctors must invoke the “Press-to-Test” mode at the beginning and end of each test session. This feature temporarily disables all flash applications and calculator files.
Allowed Calculators:
• A scientific calculator • A non-CAS graphing calculator, with memory cleared both BEFORE and AFTER each test session • A non-CAS graphing calculator, enabled in Press-to-Test mode • TI-Nspire calculators without CAS are allowed only in the following two cases:
1. with the TI-84 Plus keypad and the memory cleared OR2. with the TI-84 Plus keypad and enabled in Press-to Test mode
Appendix L: Handheld Calculator Policy
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Calculator Memory Clearing
Students with memory-enabled calculators are not allowed to bring stored examples into the exam, access programs during testing, or store the exam questions for later reference. For this reason, a graphing calculator must either:
• have its memory cleared both before and after each testing session, or • be used in Press-to-Test mode. Proctors must invoke Press-to-Test mode at the beginning of each test session
and exit Press-to-Test mode at the end of each test session.
Proctors are required to check calculators before the exam and disable any stored programs and applications on all calculators by either clearing the memory both before and after the exam or by invoking Press-to-Test mode. Please be advised that clearing the calculator memory will delete stored programs or application; students should be told prior to the test day to store all data and software they wish to save on a computer or a calculator not being used for the test.
If a calculator can neither have its memory cleared nor be enabled in press-to-Test mode prior to test administration, students are not permitted to use the calculator during the assessment.
PLEASE NOTE: Steps to clear most calculators may be found online, in the owner’s manual for the calculator.
This is intended to be a general description of what is not allowed. It is not meant to be an exhaustive list of specific calculators, devices or technologies that can or cannot be used on the DCAS. As technology changes this policy will be reviewed and may also change.
