ELPA21 Test Administration and Procedures Flashcards

How should a test administrator handle a student who becomes upset or anxious during ELPA21 testing?

Answer: Offer permitted non-content encouragement (e.g., 'You're doing a good job') and follow the TAM guidance for pausing or stopping the session if needed

Test administrators may offer general, non-content encouragement and should follow TAM protocols for managing student distress, including pausing or stopping as needed.

What is the role of a Test Coordinator during the ELPA21 administration cycle?

Answer: Overseeing test scheduling, material security, accommodation implementation, and score submission processes

The Test Coordinator manages the logistics of ELPA21 administration, including scheduling, security of materials, accommodation oversight, and submission of data to the state.

Which of the following is a permissible accommodation during ELPA21 testing for a student with a documented visual impairment?

Answer: Enlarged print test materials or screen magnification software

Enlarged print and screen magnification are accessibility accommodations that support access to the test without altering the construct being measured.

Before the ELPA21 test window opens, what training must test administrators typically complete?

Answer: State- or district-required test administrator training covering TAM procedures, security, and accommodations

Test administrators must complete required training on the TAM, test security, and proper accommodation implementation before they may administer ELPA21.

What happens to a student's ELPA21 scores if a testing irregularity is found to have compromised the validity of the results?

Answer: The scores may be invalidated and the student may need to be retested or have their results marked as void

Scores compromised by a testing irregularity may be invalidated to protect the integrity of the assessment; retest opportunities depend on state policy.

Which ELPA21 administration rule helps ensure that students do not receive unfair advantages from other test-takers during the assessment?

Answer: Students must be seated so they cannot see each other's screens, and talking is prohibited during testing

Proper seating arrangements and a no-talking rule during testing prevent students from sharing answers and ensure each score reflects individual proficiency.