Professional Development & Ethics Flashcards
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A parent contacts a test site directly to request their child's test scores before official release. What should the administrator do?
Answer: Direct the parent to ACT's official score reporting channels and decline to release scores
Score release is controlled exclusively by ACT, and administrators must direct all inquiries through official channels to protect student data.
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which responsibility falls on the ACT test administrator regarding accommodations?
Answer: Implement only those accommodations pre-approved by ACT and listed in official documentation
Administrators implement ACT-approved accommodations only; they do not evaluate eligibility or approve new requests on test day.
Which behavior constitutes a conflict of interest for an ACT test administrator?
Answer: Proctoring an exam where the administrator's own child is registered to test
Administering an exam to a close family member creates a conflict of interest that could compromise objectivity and fairness.
What does 'test security' primarily refer to in the context of ACT administration ethics?
Answer: Protecting the confidentiality of test content before, during, and after administration
Test security encompasses all measures taken to prevent unauthorized access to or disclosure of test content at any stage.
An administrator overhears two proctors discussing specific test questions in a public area after the exam. This is problematic because:
Answer: It risks exposing secure content that may be reused in future test forms
ACT may reuse test questions across administrations, so discussing content publicly risks compromising future exam integrity.
Which of the following is considered an unethical practice for an ACT test administrator seeking professional development?
Answer: Accessing and reviewing secured test items to prepare for training sessions
Accessing secured test items for any purpose other than official administration is a serious security violation regardless of intent.
Why is it important for ACT test administrators to document irregularities using official ACT forms rather than informal notes?
Answer: Official forms ensure complete, standardized records that ACT can use for score validation and appeals
Standardized documentation provides ACT with consistent, reliable information needed to investigate incidents and make equitable decisions.