ELPAC - English Language Proficiency Assessments for California ELPAC Administration Procedures Questions and Answers

Question 1

While administering the Writing section of the computer-based ELPAC, a test examiner notices that several students seem confused by a prompt.
To help them, the examiner rephrases the prompt using simpler vocabulary than what is written in the Directions for Administration (DFA).
Why is this action procedurally incorrect?

Accepted Answer

It introduces a testing variable that compromises the standardization and validity of the assessment.

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It is only incorrect if the examiner provides examples of what to write.

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It is acceptable as long as the examiner makes a note of the change in the test log.

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It is only incorrect for the Reading domain, not the Writing domain.

Question 2

A student's Individualized Education Program (IEP) specifies the 'read-aloud' accommodation for all classroom and state testing. When preparing for the ELPAC Reading domain, the test examiner reviews this requirement. Which of the following statements is the most accurate?

Accepted Answer

Reading the passages aloud would invalidate the construct of the Reading domain and is not a permissible accommodation for this specific domain.

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The examiner should proceed with reading the passages aloud as the IEP is the guiding document.

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The examiner should provide the student with a text-to-speech tool instead of reading aloud.

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The read-aloud accommodation is only permitted for the Writing and Listening domains without restriction.

Question 3

According to the California Code of Regulations, Title 5, and standard ELPAC security procedures, which of the following actions by a test examiner constitutes a testing security breach?

Accepted Answer

Using a personal smartphone as a timer while administering the Speaking domain.

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Placing a 'Testing—Do Not Disturb' sign on the classroom door.

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Allowing students to use approved scratch paper on certain sections of the test.

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Confirming that all instructional materials on the classroom walls have been removed or covered.

Question 4

A student has a temporary medical condition (e.g., a broken jaw) supported by a doctor's note, which makes it impossible for them to participate in the Speaking domain of the Summative ELPAC. What is the correct procedure for the site coordinator to follow?

Accepted Answer

Request a medical exemption for the Speaking domain in the Test Operations Management System (TOMS), allowing an overall score to be calculated from the remaining domains.

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Administer the Speaking domain but score all items as 'No Response.'

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Postpone the student's entire ELPAC administration until the next school year.

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Assign the student the average score of their grade level for the Speaking domain.

Question 5

Which of the following is a primary requirement for an individual to be authorized to administer any of the ELPAC assessments?

Accepted Answer

They must be an employee or contractor of the local educational agency (LEA) who has completed the required annual training and signed a Test Security Affidavit.

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They must hold a full California teaching credential with an English Learner authorization.

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They must be a district administrator who has been employed by the LEA for at least three years.

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They must be a parent volunteer who has passed a background check and is supervised by a teacher.

Question 6

When setting up the physical environment for a group administration of the computer-based ELPAC, which of the following is a critical procedural step?

Accepted Answer

Verifying that the required secure browser is installed and functioning correctly on all student testing devices.

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Allowing students to choose their own seats to increase comfort.

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Playing quiet instrumental music to help students focus.

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Ensuring students have access to their classroom dictionaries and thesauruses.