7/19/23 Module 2: Gauging Student Progress with CAASPP and ELPAC Interim Assessments by Assessment for Learning at WestEd

7/19/23 Module 2: Gauging Student Progress with CAASPP and ELPAC Interim Assessments by Assessment for Learning at WestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923 2023 Interim and Formative Assessment Training Series en-us 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC 2025-10-02 07:19:13 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/270f.png Use the + symbol at the top of the column to post your question(s) for Section 1. A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698372 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698372 Materials A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698374 You should have received an email with a link to access the meeting materials. You may also access the materials at https://www3.cde.ca.gov/exfiles/downloadurl.aspx?pid=170&dc=d6dcdb5143f647b482.]]> 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698374 Attendance Verification A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698376 You will receive an email with an evaluation survey and verification of attendance for each of the sessions you have attended. If you do not receive the email by the end of the day tomorrow, email CalTrainings@WestEd.org for assistance.]]> 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698376 Upcoming Training Opportunities A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698378 For more information on upcoming training opportunities, including additional sessions in the 2023 Interim and Formative Assessment Training Series, please visit www.caaspp.org/training/training-opportunities.html]]> 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698378 Evaluation A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698380 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698380 Please post technical issues or questions here. A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698383 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698383 Use the + symbol at the top of the column to post your question(s) for Section 2. A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698385 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698385 Use the + symbol at the top of the column to post your question(s) for Section 6. A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698389 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698389 Interim Assessment Item Portal website A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698391 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698391 Interim Assessment Viewing System A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698393 The Interim Assessment Viewing system is accessed through the Interim Assessment Administration Resources web page. To access, select the button for Interim Assessment Viewing system.]]> 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698393 Smarter Balanced Content Explorer A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698397 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698397 Smarter Balanced Sample Items A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698399 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698399 Smarter Balanced Annotated Response Tool A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698401 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698401 Online Practice Tests Scoring Guides, Preparing for Administration, and Directions for Administration web page A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698403 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698403 California Educator Reporting System, A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698406 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698406 Use the + symbol at the top of the column to post your question(s) for Section 3. A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698408 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698408 Video: Using Rubrics to Improve Student Writing A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698410 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698410 Video: Importance of Implementing CAASPP and ELPAC Accessibility Resources: Voices from Educators A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698413 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698413 Use the + symbol at the top of the column to post your question(s) for Section 5. A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698415 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698415 CERS User Guide A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698417 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698417 CERS Resources A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698419 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698419 CERS Sandbox A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698420 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698420 2023-24 Introduction to CERS Training A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698422 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698422 Video: Understanding CERS A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698425 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698425 Use the + symbol at the top of the column to post your question(s) for Section 4. A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698428 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698428 Instructions A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698431

Select one resource highlighted in this section. They are linked in the previous column.

Answer the questions below.

Use the + symbol at the top of the column to post your answers. Remember to share what resource you reviewed.

]]> 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698431 Questions A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698433 1. What do you notice about this resource?

2. What do you wonder about this resource?

3. What is the main question you have?

4. What do you need to know to answer the main question you identified?

5. How could you use this resource in your own setting?

6. What reflections do you have on your noticing-and-wondering process?

]]> 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698433 Smarter Balanced Supporting Remote and Hybrid Teaching and Learning A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698437 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698437 California Student Assessment Accessibility Graphic for English Language Arts/Literacy A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698439 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698439 California Student Assessment Accessibility Graphic for Mathematics A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698440 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698440 Video: Understanding the Smarter Balanced Interim Assessments A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698441 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698441 California Student Assessment Accessibility Graphic for Science A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698443 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698443 ELPAC Accessibility Resources A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698444 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698444 ELPAC Videos and Quick Reference Guides A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698445 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698445 California Student Assessment Accessibility Graphic for the Computer-Based ELPAC A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698446 2023-07-12 17:25:39 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2643698446 Smarter Balanced Interim Assessments At-a-Glance web document A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2647491605 2023-07-19 01:01:04 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2647491605 Smarter Balanced Interim Assessments by Grade web document A4LWestEd https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2647491856 2023-07-19 01:01:22 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2647491856 Where can we find how to interpret the scores for each item on the interim assessments? https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648083612 2023-07-19 20:16:43 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648083612 Concerned about testing fatigue for ELs with new assessments. https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648090335 Perhaps as folks fold in ELPAC interims into their comprehensive assessment system the CDE can share sample assessment schedules that include timelines and how LEAs and teachers targeted standards and domains that can support the effective use of these great new resources to move students towards English language proficiency?]]> 2023-07-19 20:36:26 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648090335 Can a standardized ELPAC interim assessment be used for RFEP? https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648091747 2023-07-19 20:40:20 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648091747 Parent use of ELPAC materials https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648092746 I understand that parents can't access interim assessment materials, but do they have access to the practice tests?]]> 2023-07-19 20:43:46 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648092746 I don't know if this has been addressed yet, but when are Interim Assessments for ELPAC scheduled to be released? https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648095601 2023-07-19 20:54:50 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648095601 Targets https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648096148 IABs and F-IABs focus on targets. Will we receive Target Level data on the 2023 Summative Assessments?]]> 2023-07-19 20:56:38 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648096148 Recording of Session II https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648098085 Can someone make the recording of today's session available to us? There are a few sections I want to review more carefully. Finally, is it possible to access the recording of Session I?]]> 2023-07-19 21:04:52 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648098085 Will there be ELPAC ICAs, IABs and FIABs? https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648100838 When it was shared that one interim assessment will be released per year per grade level or grade span, will those be ICAs, IABs and FIABs?]]> 2023-07-19 21:14:52 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648100838 Hand-Scoring https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648102473 Hi there! It looks like the hand scoring training sessions scheduled for the end of July are all at capacity. Are there alternatives for attending these math and ELA sessions? Will more sessions be made available soon? Thanks so much!]]> 2023-07-19 21:20:51 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648102473 Will there be ELPAC writing booklets for grades K -2? https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648102759 2023-07-19 21:22:07 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648102759 When will CAST Interim Assessments be released? https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648102801 2023-07-19 21:22:18 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648102801 Trouble accessing IAIP https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648108202 If I do not have access to the IAIP (I am a math program specialist, providing professional learning and supporting math teachers), what should I specifically request from my district assessment coordinator?]]> 2023-07-19 21:42:53 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648108202 Online Interim Testing https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648108535 Are the Interim tests given through the lockdown browser like the summative test?

]]> 2023-07-19 21:44:46 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648108535 Teaching at an NPS school I find the Interim assessments very helpful and especially so using the none standardized methods shown in the video segment. Thanks for the terrific training! https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648110707 2023-07-19 21:55:35 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648110707 Resource: CERS https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648110828 I could use this resource for planning and goal setting for the class and individual student. Seeing progress or mastery toward each standard will help direct classroom instruction.
I wonder exactly how the student data is inserted into this resource? ]]> 2023-07-19 21:56:01 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648110828 https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648111150 The resources help tremendously within the EL teachings. The collaborative ideas illicit spoken responses which is one important aspect the the ELPAC test. ]]> 2023-07-19 21:57:30 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648111150 Interim Assessments and the non-standardized ways to provide assessments are super helpful for this NPS teacher. Thank you. https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648111322 2023-07-19 21:58:14 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648111322 IAIP https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648112039 I looked at the IAIP at some math questions. I would find these useful if I was creating checks for understanding, exit tickets, or formative assessment items, to make sure the problems I was using were in alignment with the targets I am aiming for.]]> 2023-07-19 22:00:45 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648112039 Resource: Content Explorer https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648112148 The sentence stems can be plugged into daily instruction so that academic vocabulary matches what students will see on Smarter Balanced Summative. It'll also help with rigor of vocabulary if the local reading program is not fully connected to end of year standards and targets.]]> 2023-07-19 22:01:24 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648112148 Sample Items https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648112799 I would love to use these with our parent groups to help them understand the types of questions their students will be expected to answer, so that they can support their student. ]]> 2023-07-19 22:03:43 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648112799 ELPAC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648113162 I would use the ELPAC resource to help assess where my students are and what areas they need the most work in]]> 2023-07-19 22:05:28 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648113162 Smarter Balanced Sample Items https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648113270 I like the idea of pretesting my students with a practice Interim assessment. Then, I will use the Sample Items to help prepare my students for their next upcoming Interim Assessment. I wonder if this strategy will help students understanding of the concepts.]]> 2023-07-19 22:06:10 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648113270 Interim Assessment Item Portal omartinez88 https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648113323 I could see myself using this resource to pick specific questions to address specific instructional needs (question types, specific claims, targets). ]]> 2023-07-19 22:06:32 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648113323 ELPAC Resoures meier_n https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648113477 Since my focus is on the interim ELPAC, I spent my time familiarizing myself with the different resources. Most covered only the ELA and math assessments. I am excited about what will be added in the future to support the ELPAC assessments.]]> 2023-07-19 22:07:27 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648113477 I would use it to train and make any student feel comfortable taking this sort of test. https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648113508 2023-07-19 22:07:38 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648113508 Great Resources https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648113792 I notice all of the great resources available to help us understand Interim assessments better.
I wonder how to best deliver this information to our district staff so that they can be successful utilizing all that is available.]]> 2023-07-19 22:09:18 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648113792 Are there IABs for all 3 types of writing (narrative, informational, opinion) available at each grade level? https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648113847 2023-07-19 22:09:30 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648113847 ELPAC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648114097 I would you ELPAC resource to assess students and determine what areas need improvement]]> 2023-07-19 22:10:44 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648114097 How do the points each item is given translate into the score reported on CERS? https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648114098 2023-07-19 22:10:45 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648114098 I would have to agree that graphing is important. https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648114133 2023-07-19 22:10:54 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648114133 Interim ELPAC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648114135 I am excited to start using this tool and learning the benefits of non standardized administration.]]> 2023-07-19 22:10:54 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648114135 ELPAC practice https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648114295 ELPAC resources allow students to practice writing, listening, reading and listening before taking the test.]]> 2023-07-19 22:11:24 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648114295 wargockic https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648114334 I noticed the depth of information available for specific standards that will allow for supporting students learning. I wonder how best to support teachers in using these resources without overwhelming them with all of the information and how to use what is available. ]]> 2023-07-19 22:11:36 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648114334 Are there IABs for all 3 types of writing (narrative, informational, opinion) available at each grade level? https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648114756 2023-07-19 22:13:24 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648114756 IAIP https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648115176 I could see using this resource as a quick check but also an opportunity for student pairs or small groups to discuss possible strategies for addressing the problem. They can describe their rationale to justify responses and model critical thinking with one another.]]> 2023-07-19 22:14:29 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648115176 Sample Questions https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648115716 If I were use to use the secure material questions in my classroom, would I be able to post the example questions on my Google Classroom? My Google Classroom is only for students and myself; parents aren't invited and they don't have access to it.]]> 2023-07-19 22:17:02 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648115716 Wonder https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648115733 When will the IAIP have science content available?]]> 2023-07-19 22:17:09 UTC https://padlet.com/A4LWestEd/IFA071923/wish/2648115733