NSCAS NSCAS Student Accommodations

Question 1

Which document must designate accommodations for a student with a disability to receive them during NSCAS?

Accepted Answer

An Individualized Education Program (IEP) or 504 Plan

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A parent request letter

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A teacher recommendation form

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The district test coordinator's verbal approval

Question 2

What is the difference between an accommodation and a modification in NSCAS testing?

Accepted Answer

Accommodations change how a test is presented without altering content; modifications alter the construct being measured

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They are the same thing and can be used interchangeably

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Accommodations change what is being tested; modifications change how it is presented

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Modifications are only for ELL students; accommodations are only for students with IEPs

Question 3

Which accommodation allows a student to have NSCAS test directions or questions read aloud?

Accepted Answer

Text-to-speech or human read-aloud

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Extended time

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Preferential seating

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Chunking of test sections

Question 4

Extended time is an NSCAS accommodation typically granted to students who have what documented need?

Accepted Answer

A disability that affects processing speed or test completion pace

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A strong preference to work slowly

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A history of tardiness to school

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A request submitted by a parent without IEP documentation

Question 5

Which NSCAS accommodation provides a physical copy of the test in enlarged print for students with visual impairments?

Accepted Answer

Large-print test edition

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Screen magnification software

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Braille test edition

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Color contrast setting

Question 6

What accommodation is available for students who are blind or have severe visual impairments taking NSCAS?

Accepted Answer

Braille edition of the assessment

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Standard print test with a magnifier only

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Oral administration only without written materials

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Visual accommodation is not available for NSCAS