SBAC_StudentactivitiesforTraining2014. CAASPP-PerformTask-Admin-Guide-031214. CAASPP Testing Resources. This module provides District/School Test Coordinators and teachers the characteristics and advantages of Computer Adaptive Test (CAT) that will be available for the operational assessment in spring 2015. The Field Test will not be a Computer Adaptive Test. Before taking the module, there are a couple frequently used terms that you should become familiar with: Performance Task – A performance task is a required portion of the Field Test that requires students to answer a set of complex questions that are centered on a common theme or problem. The Smarter Balanced assessment is comprised of two components: a classroom activity with a performance task and non-PT items. Prior to the performance task, teachers or instructional staff conduct a classroom activity for all students in the class to ensure that the context of the task does not interfere with a student’s ability to address the content of the task.
Blueprint – Each Smarter Balanced assessment is designed based on a test blueprint. NAEP Data Explorer.net. Do you have questions about what the nation's students know and can do? With the NAEP Data Explorer (NDE) you can create statistical tables, charts, and maps to help you find answers. Explore the results of decades of assessment of students' academic performance, as well as information about factors that may be related to their learning.
For help using NDE, view the tutorial, visit the Quick Reference Guide (609K PDF) or use the NDE help button available at the top of every page. System Requirements: Target screen resolution is 1024x768. Internet Explorer 7 or Higher. Districts Selected for NAEP. CA Smarter Balanced Testing Resources. Latest information about new generation of English-language arts and mathematics assessments. The Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium is a multistate consortium working collaboratively to develop a student assessment system aligned with a common core of academic content standards for English language arts/literacy and mathematics. As a Smarter Balanced governing state, California is a decision-making member. Smarter Balanced assessments are designed to measure student progress toward college and career readiness.
Assembly Bill 484 Questions and Answers (Updated 31-Jan-2014) Questions and answers regarding Assembly Bill (AB) 484, which establishes California’s new statewide student assessment system. Program Updates Bimonthly program updates issued by the California Department of Education (CDE). Smarter Balanced Updates Current update and archived updates sent to the CDE Smarter Balanced e-mail list.
Spring 2014 Field Test California Technical Assistance Center (CalTAC) Website Resources. 2014 CAASPP Test Site Coordinator Responsibilities - Sacramento City Unified School District. NAEP Procedures Overview.