ISASP ISASP Test Structure and Strategies 3

Question 1

What accommodations are available for students with disabilities on the ISASP?

Accepted Answer

Extended time, text-to-speech, large print, and other supports as specified in IEPs or 504 plans

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No accommodations — all students take the identical test

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Home testing for all special education students

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Reduced number of questions only

Question 2

How should students approach ISASP multi-select questions where more than one answer may be correct?

Accepted Answer

Read all options carefully and select every answer that is supported by the text or question

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Always select exactly two answers

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Choose the first and last options by default

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Select only one answer even if multiple seem correct

Question 3

Why is practicing with ISASP sample items and released tests helpful for students?

Accepted Answer

It familiarizes students with question formats, pacing, and the computer interface before test day

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It reveals the exact questions that will appear on the real test

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It replaces the need to study academic content

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It is only helpful for students who score below proficient

Question 4

What does 'evidence-based writing' mean on ISASP writing tasks?

Accepted Answer

Supporting every claim with specific details, quotes, or examples drawn from source texts

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Writing personal narratives without using outside sources

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Using emotional appeals instead of facts

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Writing long essays with no organizational structure

Question 5

What is the best way to check your work after completing an ISASP writing response?

Accepted Answer

Reread for clarity, evidence quality, and grammar/conventions before submitting

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Count the number of sentences written

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Check only for spelling errors

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Submit immediately without rereading

Question 6

Iowa's ISASP results are used by the state to:

Accepted Answer

Evaluate school and district performance and meet federal reporting requirements under ESSA

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Determine individual teacher bonuses exclusively

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Publish student scores publicly without school aggregation

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Replace local district benchmark assessments entirely