OSAS Training

I have been teaching for years, do I need to complete the training?

• No, we trust you.

• Yes, every year there are minor updates and the training helps communicate that.

• No, the training is only for those that are new to being TAs.

• Yes, it is the only way to get your password.

Students are allowed to listen to music while testing.

• True
• False
• True, but only on their phone
• True, but not from YouTube.

Students are allowed to use the computers for other class work when they are done.

• True, as long as the material doesn't relate.

• True

• False

• True, as long as it isn't a distraction. AND YOU CAN MONITOR IT.

Students should work on the following parts of the test first.

• CAT

• PT

• DOG

• It doesn't really matter

Students are allowed to use scatch paper on the SBAC.

• True
• False
• True, but you have to shred the CAT notes at the end of the day.
• False, everything is done in their head.

What is the first thing you (the proctor) should do when a student raises their hand to go to bathroom?

• Let them go.
• Pause their test and let them go.
• Tell them to hold it.

Students that have opted out can use the computers for other work.

• Of course, there isn't an issue there.

• No, this becomes an impropriety and tests could become invalid.

• As long as it isn't related to what is being tested it is okay.

• As long as it isn't a distraction and related to the work the parents created for the days of testing.

How many days does a student have to finish the PT test once it is started?

• 3
• 5
• 10
• 45

How many days does a student have to finish the CAT test once it is started?

• 3
• 5
• 10
• 45

Who do I contact if there was a testing impropriety?

• District Testing Coordinator

• Joe Mitacek

• Amy Slaughter

• Craig Meyers