Testing Training Showdown

During testing, the proctor must escort students to the restroom one at a time.

• Sure! That's what proctors are here for!

• The student can actually go with their signed agenda.

• Maybe I should call the office for an escort?

• Send an extra student with them to monitor.

Which choices are considered unethical testing practices?

• Encouraging students not to do their best

• Encouraging students to be absent for the sake of my EVAAS score

• Changing student responses

• Failing to provide documented accommodations during testing

Who can test over MAXIMUM TIME?

• All students who have not completed their test by the maximum time can continue to test for another 60 minutes.

• All students who have not completed their test by the maximum time can continue testing until they have completed their test, up to the full school day.

• All students who have an IEP or 504 documenting Extended Time can continue testing after maximum time has been reached.

If a student is kicked out of the NC Test platform, should the TA report it to the STC?

• Yes

• No

A student accidently clicks START on the NCFE and doesn't answer any questions. What should the TA do?

• Exit the test and log back in

• End the test and log back in

• Exit the test and call the STC

Eduardo accidentally clicks START on his EOG test and only answers the sample questions. What should the TA do?

• Exit the test and then log him back in

• Exit the test and call the STC to have it reset

• End the test, call the STC and then log him back in

I'eesha decides she doesn't want the computer to read to her and refuses to use the headphones because they distract her. Which is the best option for the TA to document on her ROA?

• Mark NO, the accommodation was not provided

• Mark Yes, the accommodation was provided

• Mark Yes, the accommodation was provided and write a brief summary stating I'eesha was provided headphones but chose not to use them.

Select all common Irregularities:

• Failing to follow appropriate procedures for providing testing accommodations

• Providing accommodations that invalidate the test

  Ex: Read Aloud on Reading test

• Providing accommodations to students who are not eligible to receive them

• Failing to provide documented accommodations to the appropriate students

• Leaving a student with the proctor to run off campus and grab food (5 minutes!!!)

Select the best testing practices:

• Eat my breakfast sandwich after students finally start testing

• Document testing time, including breaks and lunch, so I know when maximum time is for my session.

• Pick up my bin at 8:45 am

• Read over the assessment guide before testing so I know what to expect

What should a TA refer to when they are unsure of a protocol?

• The Bible

• The Staff Handbook

• The Assessment Guide

• The TA Manual