WV ONLINE TASC
READINESS ASSESSMENT
Training
August 2014
Agenda
• Guidelines for Using the High School Equivalency
Readiness Assessment
• Guidelines for Using the TASC Readiness Assessment
(TRA)
• Login Information & Documents
• Administrative Workstations
• Technical Requirements
• Student Workstations
• Step 1: Check for Technical Requirements
• Step 2: Install Software
• Step 3: Download TRA Test Content
• Step 4: Check for Successful Installation
Agenda
• Managing Your TRA Online Account
• Step 1: Add Students to Your Account
• Step 2: Schedule a Test Session
• Step 3: Add Students to Test Session
• Step 4: Print Test Tickets
• Summary Test Tickets (Examiner/Proctor)
• Individual Test Tickets (Test Takers)
• Multiple Test Tickets (Test Takers)
• Step 5: Administer the Online Test
• Required Materials
• Online Tools within the Test
• Times for Subtests
Agenda
• Managing Your Online Account (cont.)
• Step 6: View Scores (for open and completed sessions)
• Online Test Status
• Scoring Essay and Gridded Response Items
• Recording Scores in Readiness Assessment Results Booklet
• Interpreting Scores
• Copying and Pasting Scores for Printing
• Q&A
• Exit Ticket (TRA Training Post-Test)
Guidelines for Using the High School
Equivalency Readiness Assessment
Guidelines for Using the High School
Equivalency Readiness Assessment
Unofficial Practice Tests/Courses
Following may be used to check student readiness
• TASC Academy Online Practice Tests
• Plato Online Courseware (TASC preparation courses)
• Online TASC Preparation at LearningExpress Library Site
(accessed via WVInfoDepot.org)
• Official Practice Test (OPT)
• Also use to practice accommodations
• Coming Soon: Plato Practice Tests
Guidelines for Using the High School
Equivalency Readiness Assessment
First-time Testers
Re-testers
• TASC Readiness Assessment
(TRA)
 Only one version available at
this time
• Official Practice Test (OPT)
 Multiple versions available
(any form may be used)
• TRA
 30-day wait period in between
retakes
• OPT
 No wait time; use alternate
forms for retakes
• TASC Academy Practice Test
 Two tests available
See WVABE Instructor Handbook, Section 12 (pp. 8-9) for more
information.
Guidelines for Using the High School
Equivalency Readiness Assessment
HSE Readiness Assessment Minimum Scores Table
Content Area
Minimum
Score Required
for the TRA
Likelihood of Minimum Score Minimum Score
Passing TASC Required for the Required for
OPT
TASC Academy
(with required
Practice Test
minimum score
(Re-testers
on TRA)
ONLY)
Math
6
63%
420
55%
Reading
8
69%
420
55%
Science
6
59%
420
55%
Social
Studies
Writing
7
53%
420
55%
11
56%
420
55%
Guidelines for Using the TASC Readiness
Assessment (TRA)
Guidelines for Using the TRA
• Computer-based version of TRA purchased by State
Dept. – scheduled to be released on September 1
(pending CTBs corrections)
• Paper-based version purchased by Program
• Cost of test
• $10 each
• Purchase in sets of 10
• Order Forms located on web at
http://wvde.state.wv.us/abe/TASC_Info.html
• Purchaser’s Qualification Statement (for 1st time buyers)
• WV Site Numbers
• TRA Order Form
Guidelines for Using the TRA
• Assessments are consumable
• Recommended that paper-based TRA be used (if available) if
student needs to assess in only one or two areas
Login Information & Documents
Login Information & Documents
• Receive two emails from Regional Coordinator
• User name (case sensitive)
• Password (do not change)
If receive prompt to change, contact Ellen Killion at
ekillion@k12.wv.us.
• Receive following PDF documents (via email)
• WVABE User Guide for the Online TRA
• OAS Installation Guide
• Online System Basics
• Readiness Assessment Manual
• Login URL: https://oas.ctb.com
Administrative Workstations
Administrative Workstations
• Separate from Student Workstations
• Technical Requirements
• Internet access
• Any web browser allowed
• Adobe Reader installed
• No Online Assessment System (OAS) software to install
Student Workstations
Step 1: Check for Technical Requirements
Student Workstations: Step 1
Step 1:
Check for
Technical
Requirements
Workstation Technical Requirements (Windows PC)*
Required
Hardware &
1.3 GHz processor
Memory
2 GB of memory
1 GB disk space available
Display Monitor Set to a minimum of 1024 x 768 pixels
Minimum color display:
256 colors (8-bit)
Operating
Windows® XP SP3, Vista SP 1, Windows 7, Windows
System
8
Additional
Adobe® AIR®
Software **
Java Runtime Environment™ 7, 32- or 64-bit to
match Operating System
Web Browser
None required for testing; IE required if downloading
tests
Internet Access
High-speed internet connection:
Minimum 1.5 Mbps upload and download –T1, highspeed cable, or high-speed DSL.
Peripherals
Keyboard (should not have shortcut hot keys for
launching browsers)
Mouse is required for manipulatives
Student Workstations
Step 2: Install Software
Student Workstations: Step 2
Step 2:
Install Software
Note: If you have
TABE Online or the
TASC test software
already installed on
the student
workstations, you
will NOT have to
install the software
again. These tests
run off of the same
software. You will
only need to
download the TRA
test content.
• Log on to the CTB Online Assessment
website at https://oas.ctb.com
• Enter username/password
Username & password
are both case sensitive
Student Workstations: Step 2
• System Default (Home) Page
Group(s) to
which you
have
access
show here
This section will list all of the test sessions that are
currently scheduled for your group. You will identify
your sessions by the test name.
Assessments: Choose this option to schedule a Test Session, Edit a Session, Delete a
Session, or Copy a Session. You will also choose this option to Print Test Tickets and View
Score Reports after students have completed a test/subtest.
Defaults to the Current/Future Sessions. Click on the Completed option at bottom of
window to view score reports for previous test sessions.
Groups:: Choose this option to add, edit, delete or search for students in your group.
Services: Choose this option to install the software and download the test content.
Messages: Important messages from CTB. Click on this option if you see a red box with a
number, which indicates you have a new message(s).
My Profile: Please do not change this info, since you are sharing this account with other
people in your RESA.
Help: Select this option for an online, searchable database for items you may need help
with. Note: There is no Reports feature at this time, although there is a Section on this
under Help. We are not sure when this feature will be added, but it is a work in progress at
this time. We will let you know when this is available.
Logout: Select this option to end your session. (Note: You will automatically be logged out
after a short period on inactivity.)
Student Workstations: Step 2
• Click on Services tab
• Select Workstation Setup > Install Software
• Follow steps on next pages
Student Workstations: Step 2
Student Workstations: Step 2
Student Workstations: Step 2
Student Workstations: Step 2
Click on Next
Student Workstations: Step 2
Click on Next again
Student Workstations: Step 2
Click on Install
Student Workstations: Step 2
Click on Done
Student Workstations: Step 2
Step 2:
Install
Software
• TASC Online Assessment icon should
now be visible on desktop
Student Workstations
Step 3: Download TRA Test Content
Student Workstations: Step 3
Step 3:
Download TRA
Test Content
• Not mandatory but highly
recommended
• Ensures faster availability
• Minimizes interruptions
• Encrypted & secure
• After logging in, click on Services tab >
Workstation Setup
• Then click on Download Test
Student Workstations: Step 3
Step 3:
Download TRA
Test Content
• Click on TASC Readiness Content
link
Student Workstations: Step 3
Step 3:
Download TRA
Test Content
• Click on Save As when dialog box
opens
o Select a location where you want to
temporarily save the file (e.g., desktop)
Student Workstations: Step 3
Step 3:
• After download is complete, click Open
Download TRA
Test Content
• Click Extract All Files
Note: You may
copy these files
to a flash drive &
copy them onto
each
workstation.
Student Workstations: Step 3
Step 3:
Download TRA
Test Content
Note: You may
copy these files
to a flash drive &
copy them onto
each
workstation.
• Click on Browse & locate “Objectbank”
Folder
• Default location on PC:
On PC: C:\Program Files\CTB\Online
Assessment\data\objectbank
Student Workstations: Step 3
Step 3:
• Click on Extract
Download TRA
Test Content
Note: You may
copy these files
to a flash drive &
copy them onto
each
workstation.
Make sure the file
location is correct before
clicking on Extract.
Student Workstations
Step 4: Check for Successful Installation
Student Workstations: Step 4
Step 4:
Check for
Successful
Installation
Note: When
assessment is
launched, the
computer is
locked down so
student can only
access the
assessment.
• Double-click on TASC Online
Assessment Icon (on Desktop)
• If the software is installed correctly, the
login page will appear.
Repeat these steps for each computer
workstation on which students will be
taking the TRA.
Managing Your Online TRA Account
Step 1: Add Students to Account
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 1
Step 1:
Add Students
to Account
Note: You will be
sharing a group
with other
instructors in your
RESA so you will
also see their
students in the list.
• Click on the Groups tab > Manage
Students > Student List
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 1
Step 1:
Add Students
to Account
Note: You will be
sharing a group
with other
instructors in your
RESA so you will
also see their
students in the list.
• Click on the name of your group
under the Group Selector column
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 1
• List of all students in group appears
List of students
Note: You will be sharing a group with other instructors in your RESA. Therefore,
the list of students includes all students in the group, not just your students.
+ sign = Add Student
Pencil = Edit Student
Trash Can = Delete Student
Magnifier = Search for Student
Arrows = Reload Student List
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 1
Step 1:
Add Students
to Account
Note: You will be
sharing a group
with other
instructors in your
RESA so you will
also see their
students in the list.
• Click on + sign to add a student
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 1
Step 1:
Add Students
to Account
Note: You will be
sharing a group
with other
instructors in your
RESA so you will
also see their
students in the list.
• Complete Required Fields
• First & Last Name
• Date of Birth
• Gender
• TASC ID (Student’s SSN or ID#)
• TASC ID2 field – leave blank
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 1
TASC ID = SSN or ID#
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 1
• Select Group (under Group Selector) by clicking
in checkbox beside name of Group
Click on Save if no accommodations
are needed
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 1
• Click on individual subject area
Step 1:
Add Students
to Account
Note: You will be
sharing a group
with other
instructors in your
RESA so you will
also see their
students in the list.
accommodations tab to notify examiner of
accommodations needed by student
Click on each individual subject
area accommodations tab to
notify the examiner of the
accommodations that the student
will need. This info shows up on
the TRA examiner’s summary
report.
Note: This DOES NOT set the
account up with the specific
accommodations.
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 1
Click Save when finished
Select the
accommodations that will
be required for the
student. This info shows
up on the TRA
examiner’s summary
report, letting him/her
know that the student
needs accommodations
for this subject area.
Repeat this process for
each subject area in
which the student will be
testing and needs
accommodations.
Note: This DOES NOT
set the account up with
the specific
accommodations.
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 1
Click Save when finished
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 1
Click Save when finished
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 1
Click Save when finished
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 1
Click Save when finished
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 1
Select the Additional Student
Information tab if the student
will need a Spanish version of
the test. Selecting this option
DOES set up the
accommodation, as well as
notifies the TRA examiner (on
the summary report) that the
student has this
accommodation.
Click Save when finished
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 1
See Handout
Select the Specific
Accommodations/
Student Tools tab
to set up the
accommodations
and tools for the
assessment.
The Online
calculator,
Highlighter, and
Blocking Ruler are
selected by default
for all students in
the TRA.
Click Save when finished
Managing Your Online TRA Account
Step 2: Schedule Test Session
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 2
Step 2:
Schedule Test
Session
Note: You will be
sharing a group with
other instructors in
your RESA you will
see all test sessions
that have been
scheduled by others
in your RESA.
• Click on Assessment > Manage
Sessions
• Click on the name of your group
under Group Selector column
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 2
• Click on Schedule Session tab (or on the + sign at bottom of
window)
A list of sessions will appear
if there are any currently
scheduled.
+ sign = Add Session
Pencil = Edit Session
Trash Can = Delete Session
Magnifier = Search for Session
Circle = Reload Session List
Click on Completed tab to view
sessions that have ended
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 2
Step 2:
Schedule Test
Session
Note: You will be
sharing a group with
other instructors in
your RESA you will
see all test sessions
that have been
scheduled by others
in your RESA.
• Test Group
o English selected by default
o Change to Spanish (if applicable)
• Click on Test Name to select
• Click on Test Details
• Change date, time, location
Click on down
arrow to change
test to Spanish
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 2
Click on name of test to
select it. Subtests then
appear in window on
right.
Note: The above
times include 10
minutes for the
sample question.
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 2
Step 2:
Schedule Test
Session
Note: You will be
sharing a group with
other instructors in
your RESA you will
see all test sessions
that have been
scheduled by others
in your RESA.
• Click on Test Details
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 2
• Change test name, date, time, location
Change the Test Session Name: Enter First Initial
Last Name & name of your program (e.g., Ekillion
Kanawha County DE). This is how you will identify
your sessions from others in your group.
Drag bar to change time
Be sure to Save if you
are not adding students
or a proctor at this time.
Managing Your Online TRA Account
Step 3: Add Students to Test Sessions
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 3
Step 3:
• To add students to a scheduled
session, click on Add Student
Add Students
to Test
Session
Be sure to Save if you
are not adding students
at this time.
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 3
Step 3:
Add Students
to Test
Session
• Click on Add Student button
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 3
Step 3:
Add Students
to Test
Session
• Click on group name (in new window)
to see list of students
Click on group name
in this window
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 3
Step 3:
Add Students
to Test
Session
• Select the names of the students to
add to Test Session
• Click OK
Click in checkbox
to select student
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 3
• If have a long list of students, use navigation bar to locate
students
Navigation bar
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 3
Step 3:
Add Students
to Test
Session
• Click on Add Proctor (if applicable)
• Click on Save when finished
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 3
Step 3:
• You will now see a list of scheduled
sessions for your group.
Add Students
to Test
Session
Click on icons in menu bar to
add, edit, or delete sessions
Managing Your Online TRA Account
Step 4: Print Test Tickets
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 4
Step 4:
Print Test
Tickets
Note: Test
Tickets are
considered
secure
documents and
should be
handled in a
secure manner.
• Click on Assessments > Manage
Sessions
• Click on name of your group (under
Group Selector)
• Click on name of test session (yellow
highlight shows session is selected)
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 4
Step 4:
Print Test
Tickets
Note: Test
Tickets are
considered
secure
documents and
should be
handled in a
secure manner.
• Click on the Print Test Tickets tab
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 4
Step 4:
Print Test
Tickets
Note: Test Tickets
are considered
secure
documents and
should be
handled in a
secure manner.
• Click on blue link to print and/or save
document
Click on blue link for
document(s) you wish
to print or save
Managing Your
Online TRA
Account: Step 4
Sample Individual Test
Ticket
• Student Name
• TASC ID: (SS#)
• Unique Login ID &
Password
• Keyboard Shortcuts
Managing Your
Online TRA
Account: Step 4
Sample Multiple Test
Ticket
(Prints 2 Per Page)
• Student Name
• TASC ID: (SS#)
• Unique Login ID &
Password
Managing Your
Online TRA
Account: Step 4
Sample Summary Test
Ticket
(for Examiner/Proctor)
•
•
•
•
•
•
Start/End Dates
Login Time
Test Access Codes
Total Students
Accommodations
List of Students with Login
Info & Accommodations
Managing Your
Online TRA
Account: Step 4
Sample Summary Test
Ticket (page 2)
Managing Your Online TRA Account
Step 5: Administer the Online Test
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 5
Step 5:
Administer the
Online Test
• Required Materials for Online TRA
o Readiness Assessment Manual for
Examiner
o Test Tickets
• Summary Test Ticket for Examiner/Proctor
• Individual Test Tickets for Each Examinee
o
o
o
Colored Scratch Paper (with lines for
Writing Essay)
Lined White Paper (for Math and Writing)
No. 2 pencils with erasers
(Note: The online TRA has a built-in calculator for use with the
Math Calculator section & the Science subtest. A formula sheet
is also included in the tools for the Math subtest. There is no
formula sheet for the Science test.)
Source: Readiness Assessment Manual, p. 6
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 5
Step 5:
• Online Tools within the TRA
o
Administer the
Online Test
o
o
o
o
(See Handout)
o
o
o
o
o
Option Eliminator Tool
Highlighter Tool
Eraser
Blocking Tool
Calculator
Stop Test Button
Show Timer Button
Mark for Later Review Button
Progress Bar
Finish Test Button
Note: When a student has completed a subtest, the system
logs them out of the OAS system. They must click on the TASC
Online Assessment icon again & log back in with the new
access code to take the next subtest.
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 5
• Readiness Assessment Timing
Note: These times
are for the actual
subtest. An
additional 10
minutes is
allotted for the
sample question
at the beginning
of the test.
Note: The TRA is NOT exactly ½ the length of the TASC test. According to CTB,
each subtest (with the exception of Writing, is approximately half the number of test
questions and takes approximately half the amount of time as the corresponding
TASC subtests. (See page 4 of the Readiness Assessment Manual.)
Managing Your Online TRA Account
Step 6: View Scores
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 6
Step 6:
View Scores
•
•
•
•
Log in to your account
Click on the name of your group
Click on the name of the test session
Click on View Status
To view scores for students in sessions that have
already ended, click on the Completed tab to locate
the test session.
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 6
• New window with list of students scheduled for that subtest will appear
Online Test Status:
Scheduled – Test not yet started (test still
open)
Not Taken – Test was not taken (after test
date/time ended)
System Stop – one or more subtests
complete but not all
Completed – all five subtests are complete
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 6
Step 6:
View Scores
• Click on name of student
• Click on Subtest Details (light blue
area at bottom of page)
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 6
• Student Score Report appears in new window
Note: There is no report option in
the OAS at this time so if you wish
to print the scores, you must copy
and paste them into a word
processing document (e.g., Word).
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 6
X
Managing Your Online TRA Account: Step 6
Step 6:
View Scores
• Transfer scores to Readiness
Assessment Results Booklet
Note: This booklet should be treated as a
secure document since it contains the answers
to the paper/pencil and online TRA tests.
The scores for the 3 gridded math
questions must be added to the total Math
score showing on the online system until
further notice.
The score for the Essay must be added to
the Writing score.
Q&A