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Agenda ● PARCC Basic Information ● English Language Arts (ELA) Assessments ● Math Assessments ● Differences between ISAT and PARCC ● PARCC Sample Items ● Technology ● Additional Resources for Parents 1
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PARCC Basics • PARCC will replace ISAT as the Illinois mandated assessment in 3rd - 8th grades. • PARCC will test students in English Language Arts and Mathematics. • PARCC Assesses the Common Core State Standards. • PARCC is given in two parts: • Part 1 - the Performance-Based Assessment (PBA) is given in March • Part 2 - the End of Year (EOY) is given in May 3
PARCC Basics • The two PARCC parts will be combined together into one set of scores. • 3rd through 8th grade students will be given the PARCC test on computers. 4
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What makes PARCC different? It tests critical thinking, rather than rote memorization. The test goes well beyond the traditional bubble tests by measuring critical thinking and problem solving skills that are very important in college and the workforce. Other tests PARCC assessments Primarily use multiple-choice format that Allow students to submit answers and detailed responses, emphasizes memorization, “test prep” and guessing. eliminating guesswork and allowing students to show their thinking and knowledge. Test students’ rote learning. Assess students’ abilities to read carefully, communicate clearly and problem solve. Offer basic, one-step problems. Present challenging, multi-tiered problems. Are too vague to offer detailed insight to gauge Provide students, parents and educators detailed students’ readiness for the next step toward success. information so they can understand how students are progressing, where they need assistance and where they can be encouraged to do more. 16
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Technology • In District 66, students will take the PARCC assessments on the computer. PARCC states understand that in the 21 st century students • need to have access to technology in the classroom throughout the year, not just at testing time, ensuring they are comfortable using the technology. • The technology gives students independence and is more engaging, as it includes videos and interactive tools. Students are the drivers of their own testing experience which gives them confidence. • PARCC is using Universal Design principles to make the new tests as accessible as possible to all students, including English learners and students with disabilities. 20
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Timeline Research from Field tests/Practice tests Performance-based field tests assessment End-of-Year assessment Online practice tests Release test results Fall Block Administration Spring Fall Winter Spring Summer Fall Summer 2014 2015 22
Parent Score Report • PARCC state leaders and educators have designed a detailed and clear student assessment report on how your student is progressing and where he or she needs assistance. • The PARCC score report uses clear icons and colors combined with information to explain results and resources for more information. • The report is intended to help you work with your student’s teachers and school officials to decide how best to support your student’s needs. 23
How You Can Support your Child • Read a combination of fiction and non-fiction aloud or with your child. Look for subjects of interest – from sports heroes to dinosaurs. • Discuss and “do” real life math with your child. Help him/her know basic math facts. • Discuss the new tests with your child. Make sure he/she is not scared or anxious going into the new tests. • Explain to your child that the tests will initially be more challenging. Tell your child to do his/her best on the test and that you are there to help every step of the way. • After the test, review the results with your child. Bring the teacher into the discussion as needed. • Provide a quiet, comfortable place for studying at home and make sure your child gets a good night’s sleep and a nutritious breakfast before a test. • Above all, be positive and encouraging about the tests. 24
Additional Parent Resources • PARCC offers information about the assessments including fact sheets, a glossary and sample test questions. – http://parcconline.org/for-parents • Illinois State Board of Education - www.isbe.net • National Parent Teacher Association offers grade-by-grade parent guides for student success. Available in English and Spanish. – www.pta.org/parents/content.cfm?ItemNumber=2583 • Great Schools offers Milestones, a free online collection of videos aimed at helping parents understand grade-level expectations in grades K-5. – http://www.greatschools.org/gk/milestones/ • America Achieves – Raise the Bar offers free parent resources to help children succeed in school. Must sign up. – http://raisethebarparents.org/raise-the-bar-for-your-child 25
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