MAP™ AdministrationProctor TrainingSupplementary Component

Setting the StageSetting the Stage

Welcome/introductions

Structure of the training

Materials review

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Materials

Activity

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Demonstration TestTaker

Successful Proctoring Choosing the Right Test Scheduling Accommodations and

Invalidations Proctoring Reminders Planning for ongoing training

Topics for TodayTopics for Today

Successful Proctoring Choosing the Right Test Scheduling Accommodations and

Invalidations Proctoring Reminders Planning for ongoing training

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Intended AccomplishmentsIntended Accomplishments

Introduce the skills and knowledge necessary for successful proctoring

Introduce resources that will support you in your ongoing efforts to train Proctors

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Design and Features of MAPDesign and Features of MAP™™ Assessments Assessments

Beginning Literacy

Adult Reading

5th Grade

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MAP Test

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Features of MAPFeatures of MAP™™ Assessments Assessments

Challenging and appropriate

Dynamically developed

Accurate data

Untimed

Measures growth

Immediate results May test up to four times a year

(Science assessment can be given up to 3 times per year.)

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How do I know which test to give?How do I know which test to give?

Survey w/ Goals 42-64 items

~ 1 hour to administer

Gives information on goal areas

Survey 20 items

~ 30 minutes to administer

No information on goal areas

Overall RIT only

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Proctors Teachers

Before Testing

Ready all computers for testing MAKE SURE CORRECT TESTS ARE

ASSIGNED Number class lists to computers, share

with teachers Have scratch paper and pencils available

Let students know computer assignments Show MAP Student PowerPoint® Presentation

to students Have students bring a book to read or

assignment to work on Bring class to computer lab at designated

time – help find computers

During Testing

Read directions to students Monitor test event Terminate tests as needed Log scores or print screen at end of test

Remain in lab to help monitor test event

After Testing

Prepare computer for next group to test between testing sessions

Upload data to NWEA at end of every day during testing if designated by the district to do so

Access teacher reports 24-48 hours after data is uploaded

Analyze class and teacher reports Discuss student scores with parents and

students Implement necessary instructional

modifications

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Scheduling SuggestionsScheduling Suggestions

Plan well in advance

Connect with the teacher to arrange the seating assignment in the lab

Test one subject at a time

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Appropriate Testing EnvironmentAppropriate Testing Environment

Plan ahead for students with special needs

Keep testing location secure

Maintain a relatively quiet location

Reduce glare on monitors

Keep power cords out of the way

Make sure the Proctor can easily see screens

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Allowable AccommodationsAllowable Accommodations

May not read any part of the Language Usage or Reading tests

May help with a difficult word in Mathematics and Science as long as no additional clues are given

May read Mathematics and Science tests if the Individual Education Plan (IEP) allows

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Proctoring the TestProctoring the Test

Maintain password security

Confirm that students have a book to read or assignment after testing

Verify that each machine shows the correct student name

Remind students that there is to be no talking

Stagger student start times by a few seconds

Be ready to pause tests as needed

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Proctoring the Test (continued)Proctoring the Test (continued)

Allow students to use calculators if it appears on the screen

No hand-held calculators are allowed.

Have scratch paper and pencils available for Mathematics test

Check progress occasionally

Notify NWEA of any problem items

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Invalidations and RetestingInvalidations and Retesting

Reasons to invalidate a test Retesting when necessary

Testing absent students

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Ongoing ConsiderationsOngoing Considerations

What is the backup plan for Proctor substitutes and for training new Proctors the next time you test?

Online Recorded Proctor Training www.nwea.org >> Member Support >>

Professional Development >> Online Trainings

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Ongoing Considerations (continued)Ongoing Considerations (continued)

District decisions that need to be made: Will Proctors be required to use forms for

record keeping?

How will new students be added?

Who will upload the data everyday?

Will the Proctor need to keep a log of scores? Print the final screen?

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Proctor HandbookProctor Handbook

Access via www.nwea.org >> Member Support >> Test Administration >> Measures of Academic Progress

Provides a detailed activity checklist for the entire testing window

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Section 1 Wrap-upSection 1 Wrap-up

Critical components of this section Choosing the right test

Scheduling

Accommodations and invalidations

Proctoring reminders

Planning for ongoing training

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Demonstration TestTaker

Successful Proctoring Choosing the right test Scheduling Accommodations and

invalidations Proctoring reminders Planning for ongoing training

Topics for TodayTopics for Today

Demonstration TestTaker

Section 2Section 2

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Now let’s try it!Now let’s try it!

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Log InLog In

Test SelectionTest Selection Choose the SubjectChoose the Subject

Test SelectionTest SelectionChoose the Correct Test

Choose the Correct Test

Click AddClick Add

Student SelectionStudent Selection

Start ScreenStart Screen

Mathematics ItemMathematics Item

Reading ItemReading Item

Proctor Administration MenuProctor Administration Menu

To access this screen: Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows) Apple+Shift+P (Mac)

To access this screen: Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows) Apple+Shift+P (Mac)

Terminate TestTerminate Test

Student SelectionStudent Selection

Resume TestResume Test

Mathematics ItemMathematics Item

End of TestEnd of Test

Student SelectionStudent Selection

Section 2 Wrap-upSection 2 Wrap-up

Critical components of this section TestTaker demonstration

Test selection

Selecting students

Terminating and resuming a test

Printing the End-of-Test Score Screen Report

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Questions?

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Help Us Learn From You Please complete the

Evaluation Form and leave it in the designated location.

Thank you for your attention and hard work.

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