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Presentation Overview

Science

Math

ELA (Reading and Writing)

Resources

Science Scope and Sequence

Statewide Science Assessment (SSA)

• The test helps teachers determine the level of success students have with the Next Generation Sunshine State Standards for Science.

• Test questions are designed to measure the science skills that students should acquire in grades 3-5.

• Testing dates are Monday, April 25th and Tuesday, April 26th

Statewide Science Assessment

▪ 2- 80 minute sessions

▪ 60-66 questions

▪ All multiple choice

▪ 17% Nature of Science (The Scientific Method)

▪ 29% Earth and Space Science (Space, Water Cycle, Weather)

▪ 29% Physical Science (Forces in Motion, Matter, Energy)

▪ 25% Life Science (Adaptations, Life Cycles, Human Body)

▪ Cognitive Complexity– Low 10-20, Moderate 60-80, High 10-20

Low Complexity

▪ Science low-complexity test items rely heavily on the recall and recognition of previously learned concepts and principles.

▪ Test items typically specify what the student is to do, which often is to carry out some procedure that can be performed mechanically.

▪ It is not left to the student to come up with an original method or solution.

Moderate Complexity

Science moderate-complexity test items involve more flexible thinking than low-complexity test items do.

They require a response that goes beyond the habitual, is not specified, and ordinarily involves more than a single step or thought process.

The student is expected to decide what to do—using informal methods of reasoning and problem-solving strategies—and to bring together skill and knowledge from various domains.

High Complexity

▪ Science high-complexity test items make heavy demands on student thinking.

▪ Students must engage in abstract reasoning, planning, analysis, judgment, and creative thought.

▪ The test items require that the student think in an abstract and sophisticated way, often involving multiple steps.

Statewide Science Assessment Achievement Levels

Success on the Statewide Science Assessment

▪ Vocabulary knowledge is essential.

▪ Students must have a concrete understanding of the scientific method.

▪ Students must know how to read graphs, charts, data, and diagrams.

▪ Student must apply knowledge of science concepts taught throughout K-5.

Success on the Statewide Science Assessment

▪ Learn how to answer each type of question

▪ For multiple choice questions, read each question carefully and think about the answer from the choices provided.

▪ Answer questions you are sure about first. If a question seems too hard, skip it and go back to that question later.

▪ There is no penalty for guesses. Therefore, it is best to try to answer all questions, even if you are not sure of the correct answer.

Success on the Statewide Science Assessment

▪ Think positively. Some questions may seem hard, but you may be able to figure out how to respond if you read the question carefully a second time.

▪ Be sure to completely fill in the answer bubbles in your test book or answer document. Do not make any stray marks around the answer spaces.

▪ Check to make sure the test question number matches the answer choice number on the answer sheet.

How do I help my child do well on Statewide Science Assessment?

▪ Make sure your child attends school regularly. The more effort your child puts into learning, the more likely he or she will perform well.

▪ Encourage your child, a positive outlook helps children do their best.

▪ Read longer texts for longer periods of time to build

fluency and vocabulary.

▪ Read texts that are linked to the curriculum. This

will help build background knowledge and vocabulary.

▪ Include your child in real world science situations. (visit science museums, aquariums, science field trips)

Websites:

▪ www.thinkcentral.com Watch digital lessons from 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade and take Unit Self quizzes

▪ www.fcatexplorer.com Resources that reteach standards

▪ http://www.fldoe.org/accountability/assessments/k-12-student-assessment/science.stml

The Florida Department of Education website includes information about the Statewide Science Assessment that students will be taking on April 25th and 26th. Clicking on “Test Item Specifications” will explain what will be tested. Clicking on “Test Book” will show you sample tests.

Science Questions?

Math Scope and Sequence

Florida Standards Assessment (FSA) in Math

▪ 60-64 test items

▪ 2-80 Minute Sessions

▪ Computer Based Testing

▪ Testing is on Monday, May 2nd and Tuesday, May 3rd

FSA Testing Categories

Grade 5 Category % of Test

Operations, Algebraic Thinking, and Fractions 39

Numbers and Operations in Base Ten 28

Measurement, Data, and Geometry 33

Operations, Algebraic Thinking, and Fractions: numerical expressions, adding-subtracting-multiplying-dividing fractions

Numbers and Operations in Base Ten: multiplication, division, place value, adding-subtracting-multiplying-dividing decimals,

Measurement, Data, and Geometry: line plots, coordinate grids, volume, 2-D Shapes, conversions

Note: The computer based test for grade 5 has an equation editor.

Grades 3 & 4 have these first three typesand grade 5 has all six types of questions.

Grade5

Grade 3 Sample Problem

There will be 5-7 item responses and at least two answers will be correct.

There will be 5-7 item responses and at least two answers will be correct.

Grade 4 Sample Problem

Only what should be used will be active.

Grade 4 Sample Problem

Only what should be used will be active.

Equation response field

Navigation buttons

Only what should be used will be active.

Special symbols(fractions, exponents, etc.)

points and lineadded to graph

action buttons

Click the arrow button if you do not want to add anextra point or line by accident.

The numbers 8 and 6 are added,and the sum is then multipliedby 3.A. Drag numbers to the boxes and

symbols to the circles to represent the expression described.

B. Drag numbers to the boxes and symbols to the circles to create an equivalent expression to the one your created in part A.

Answers are expected to be a sentence or two in length. They will be looking for key words or ideas that convey the question.

Grade 5 Sample Problem

Michael and John are creating patterns. Each pattern starts at 0.

• Michael uses the rule “add 3.”• John uses the rule “add 6.”

Explain why the terms in John’s sequence are twice the terms in Michael’s sequence. Type your answer in the space provided.

FSA Math Levels of Achievement

Level 3 or higher is a proficient (passing) score.

Websites/Resources

▪ http://www.fsassessments.org/students-and-families/practice-tests/

▪ www.thinkcentral.com Soar to Success for math reteaches skills. Teachers can track individual student progress

▪ www.fcatexplorer.com Videos to reteach standards

▪ www.tenmarks.com Reteaches math skills. Teachers can track student progress

▪ www.mobymax.com Reteaches math skills. Teachers can track student progress

▪ www.khanacademy.org A great resource that teaches math skills to students and parents

▪ Practice basic multiplication and division facts daily!

Math Questions?

ELA Standards

Literature

▪ Key Ideas and Details-Quoting accurately, theme, compare/contrast story structure

▪ Craft and Structure-figurative language, text structure, point-of-view

▪ Integration of Knowledge and Ideas-multimedia elements, beauty and tone, compare/contrast genre

Informational

▪ Key Ideas and Details-Quoting accurately, main idea, cause/effect

▪ Craft and Structure-academic vocabulary, text structure, analyze multiple accounts of same topic

▪ Integration of Knowledge and Ideas-draw information on multiple print and locate answers quickly, author’s purpose, integrate information from several topics

Language Standards

Students will be required to complete an editing task portion of the FSA test, which may include fill in the blank, multiple choice, drop down boxes, and highlighting an answer.

Types of Writing

FSA ELA Test Information

5th grade reading- April 11th and 12th – computer based

They will have two days of 80 minute sessions. There will be approx. 60 total test items.

▪ The test will include reading, language and listening standards.

ELA Word Count

The length and complexity of texts should vary within each grade level assessment. This table suggests an appropriate word count range for a text or text set.

1. Measures student’s educational gain and progress on the New Florida Standards

2. Permits the measurement of higher order, critical and analytical thinking.

3. Provides a more authentic assessment.

4. Teachers can deepen their understanding of student progress from grade to grade

5. Gaps in progress can be identified and addressed quickly – well before college and career.

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WHAT SKILLS WILL BE ASSESSED?

1. Whether students can read and comprehend the big

ideas and key details of texts of varying complexities.

2. The degree to which students can determine why the author purposefully used

words and phrases or structured a text in a

particular way.

3. How well students can integrate information across

sources.

What Will the Test Look Like?

Editing Task

Hot Text Items

Multiple Choice

Multiselect Items

Open Response Items

Open Response Items

• A – Answer the question

• C – Cite Evidence from the text

• E – Explain and elaborate

Training Tests

Help familiarize with the assessment question formats

and the computer-based testing (CBT) delivery

system.

Created for students to have the opportunity to practice the functionality and review

item types

NOT designed to guide classroom instruction in

content

FSA ELA Levels of Achievement

Level 3 or higher is a proficient (passing) score.

What can I do to support my child? • Review classroom assignments together

– have your child discuss and explain what he/she had done in class that day

• Have your child read a text, then write and speak about the text to explain what they read

• Communicate with your child’s teacher(s)

• Use Istation daily

ELA Questions?

Websites/Resources

▪ http://www.fldoe.org/accountability/assessments/k-12-student-assessment/science.stml

▪ http://www.fsassessments.org/students-and-families/practice-tests/

▪ http://www.stlucie.k12.fl.us/curriculum/i_scope_seq_Grade5.htm

▪ www.tenmarks.com

▪ www.mobymax.com

▪ www.khanacademy.org

▪ www.fcatexplorer.com

▪ www.thinkcentral.com

▪ www.istation.com