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Like last year, students in grades 3-8 and 11 will take this year’s tests in English-language arts and mathematics online using a computer. These tests are also known as the Smarter Balanced Assessments. Students in grades 5, 8, and 10 will also take paper and pencil science tests made up of multiple choice questions. In the next few years, these will be changing to online tests, and other tests in other subjects like history-social science, art, and technology will also be added. The CAASPP program is designed to give information to teachers, students, and their families about what students know and are able to do and whether they are on track to be ready for success in college or career when they graduate from high school. Test results will help identify and address gaps in knowledge or skills early on so students get the support they need to be ready for success in higher grades.  \nNew Standards Require New Tests  \nCalifornia’s new standards (i.e. Common Core State Standards or CCSS) set higher expectations for our students than ever before. These higher expectations were carefully developed by classroom teachers, community colleges, colleges, universities, and leaders in the workforce. They represent the skills that today’s students need to succeed in college, career, and life. Skills like critical thinking, problem solving, and strong writing so that our children are competitive with peers from around the world. Measuring these skills requires different types of test questions.  \nTest Results Will Be Reported This Spring  \nLast year, students in California participated in what was called a field test, or a “test of the test”. That means students who participated tried out the new technology being used to give the test (computers, laptops, tablets) . They also tried out the test questions. Most importantly, last year’s field test gave students and their teachers a chance to have a trial run with the new testing system. That experience gave students and teachers the confidence needed to help them succeed this spring.  \nBecause last year’s field test was a “test of the test”, results were not given for individual students, classrooms, or schools. This is the first year that results will be given to individual students and reported to families and the general public.  \nResults Set New Baseline for Student Achievement  \nResults from the new tests are measured differently and cannot be compared to results from the previous Standardized Testing and Reporting (STAR) program. Because the tests in each system measure different things in different ways, comparing their results would be like comparing apples to oranges. Think of this year as us hitting the reset button. This year’s results will set a new starting point for student achievement, against which we can compare performance for years to come.  \nNew Test Results Are Just One Measure  \nYou receive information about how your child is doing in school through grades on tests and classroom assignments, as well as by talking with your child’s teacher. The new test results will give you another piece of information about how well your child is learning what is expected for his or her grade and how well your child is doing compared to other students in the same grade. Think of the test results as one part of an academic “wellness” check for your child – similar to when you take your child to the doctor for their annual checkups.  \nThe test results, combined with all the other information you have about your child, give yo","cbCaidALhGxRSVGz","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaidALhGxRSVGz","pdf",297919,"English","# A Family Guide to Understanding California’s New Testing System - Part I\n## New Standards Require New Tests\n## Test Results Will Be Reported This Spring\n## Results Set New Baseline for Student Achievement\n## New Test Results Are Just One Measure\n## Online Tests Engage Students and Provide Personalized Experiences\n## Grades and Subjects for Spring 2015 Testing","[{\"question\":\"Which grades take CAASPP online tests for English-language arts and math?\",\"answer\":\"Students in grades 3-8 and 11 take English-language arts and mathematics online using a computer.\"},{\"question\":\"How and when will families receive test results?\",\"answer\":\"This spring is the first year results are given for individual students and reported to families and the general public.\"},{\"question\":\"Why can’t CAASPP results be compared to the previous STAR program?\",\"answer\":\"CAASPP and STAR measure different skills in different ways, so comparing results is not like measuring the same outcomes; CAASPP sets a new baseline.\"}]","A Family Guide to Understanding California’s New Testing System - Part I | PDF",1790994224]