Tuesday, June 7, 2011
CRT testing
Today I administered the CRT math test. Four of my 28 already took their test with their resource teacher. The teaching assistant took those four students to an empty classroom while the other students were testing in my classroom. The assistant monitored their activities. One student worked on a late assignment, two students used laptops to visit school appropriate sites, and another student worked on a math test. This student needs the 22 question math test to be given over several testing sessions. She cannot handle seeing all the questions at once. We literally cut the test apart, or give her only one page a day. I was grateful to have the assistant work with me today. It would be very difficult to manage the class without her.
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Jan,
ReplyDeleteBeing in charge of the CRT testing for the whole school is a challenge. I was the CRT testing coordinator for two years and my assistants/lab aides were always on the ball and helped me out tremendously. Testing goes by a lot smoother when assistants know what they are doing.
I understand that each state has specific tests that they require, I am unfamiliar with the CRT exam specifically but I have personally tested special needs students on our Texas state test, TAKS. I know that many students have different needs from being alone, to needing multiple breaks or having the directions read orally. It is important for us as educators to provide opportunities for our students to succeed in a safe and encouraging environment while having an experience that does not feel overwhelming so that the student does not lose confidence in their abilities. I believe that splitting the test up for this student is an excellent example of you meeting the needs of that student.
ReplyDeleteAssistants can get easily looked over, but in many classrooms they play vital roles and not only put the teacher at ease, but also help the student feel more cared for and important.