OSAS Training Modules and Test Overview

Have you gotten the blue folder from John Sperry yet?

• Yes

• No

• I'm on my way to get it before I start this training.

What are the 4 Training Modules we will go over?

• Testing Overview

• TA Training

• Test Security

• TA Script

• Recipe for the perfect baked Mac 'n' Cheese

What are the two parts of the test that students will be taking?

• The CAT (computer adaptive test)

• R&D (Research and Development Test)

• The PT (Performance Task)

• MLB (Major League Baseball Test)

Which of the following is something new for this year's test?

• Students will take two tests per subject area

• Students will see a new warning if they pause the test

• Students will take the test any time between April and June

• Students can opt out of the tests

CLARIFICATION: For the PT, scratch paper still needs to be collected after every test session. You may give it back to the students at the start of each new PT test session.

• I understand that students cannot keep or hold onto their scratch paper outside the testing environment and that I need to collect it and return it to them before each PT test session.

• I don't understand

How long do students have to finish a started test?

• 20 light days

• 20 calendar days

• 20 school days

• 20 nautical days

Each grade level is taking the same test at the same time.

• True

• False

CLARIFICATION: Parents can opt students out of the ELA and Math tests by filling out an opt-out form. There is a separate form for opting out of the Science or ELPA tests. It is more difficult to opt out of the latter tests because it requires proof of a disability or a religious exemption.

• I understand

• I don't Understand

If a student needs help withg a question, I can only use the prescribed responses from the TA script.

• True

• False

CLARIFICATION:

Don't freak out about this portion, I will make sure everyone has detailed instructions on how to set up and manage a testing session.

• I Understand

• I don't Understand