NSCAS Student Accommodations Flashcards

Which NSCAS accommodation allows students to take breaks during testing beyond the standard session structure?

Answer: Scheduled extended breaks as documented in the IEP or 504 Plan

Students with documented needs in their IEP or 504 Plan may receive scheduled extended breaks as an approved testing accommodation.

What must a school do if a student's documented accommodation was not provided during NSCAS testing?

Answer: Report it as a testing irregularity to the district coordinator and NDE

Failure to provide a documented accommodation is a testing irregularity that must be reported to the district coordinator and NDE for review.

Which accommodation built into the DRC INSIGHT platform allows students to change text and background colors during NSCAS testing?

Answer: Color contrast tool

The color contrast tool in DRC INSIGHT allows students with visual sensitivities or certain disabilities to adjust foreground and background colors.

A student who uses American Sign Language (ASL) may be eligible for which NSCAS accommodation?

Answer: ASL video for test directions or content delivered by a qualified interpreter

Students who use ASL may receive test directions or content delivered via ASL video or a qualified sign language interpreter as documented in their IEP.

What is the primary purpose of NSCAS testing accommodations?

Answer: To provide equitable access to the assessment for students with disabilities or language needs

Accommodations are designed to provide equitable access by removing barriers caused by a disability or language need, not to alter the construct being tested.

Which of the following is an example of a universal tool available to ALL students during NSCAS, regardless of accommodation status?

Answer: Highlighter tool within DRC INSIGHT

The highlighter tool is a universal tool built into DRC INSIGHT that all students may use without needing a documented accommodation.