Test Taking Strategies and Tools

Ronald Hawkins, principal of Harbor Laura School, introduces the Smarter Balanced Assessment practice tests. He explains the purpose of these tests, which is to familiarize students and parents with the system's functionality and item types. The video provides step-by-step instructions on accessing and navigating the practice tests online, including using various tools and features like marking questions for review and using the notepad. The video concludes with contact information for further assistance.

Who is the principal of Harbor Laura School?

• Ronald Hawkins

• Emily Johnson

• Laura Smith

• John Doe

What is the main purpose of taking practice tests at home?

• To become familiar with the test system

• To learn new subjects

• To compete with classmates

• To improve handwriting

How many times can you take the practice tests?

• Twice

• Once

• As many times as you like

• Five times

What should you do if a question seems too difficult?

• Leave it blank

• Ask a teacher

• Experiment with the tools and choose the best answer

• Skip it

Where should you go to access the practice tests?

• principalHawkins.com

• testCenter.com

• educationPortal.com

• schoolLibrary.com

Which department's portal do you visit for the practice tests?

• Texas State Department of Education

• California State Department of Education

• Connecticut State Department of Education

• New York State Department of Education

What is the first step to start the practice test?

• Read the instructions

• Download the test

• Go to the website and click on practice tests

• Contact the school

For which grades are the Connecticut S back tests available?

• Grades 1 through 5

• Grades 3 through 12

• Grades 9 through 12

• Grades 6 through 8

What should you do after selecting the grade and test type?

• Download the test

• Log out

• Hit select and begin the test

• Contact the teacher

Which tool highlights text on the test screen?

• Zoom tool

• Line reader

• Calculator

• Dictionary