Texas English Language Proficiency Assessment System - Alternate Test Administrator Manual - Grades 2–12 - TELPAS Alternate 2020–2021

Oct 2, 2026

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Manual for test administrators of the Texas English Language Proficiency Assessment System (TELPAS) Alternate for grades 2–12 in the 2020–2021 cycle. Covers TELPAS Alternate purpose and overview, scheduling, student eligibility, administration and test security requirements, handling and reporting testing irregularities, and required oaths. Provides guidance on accessibility, accommodations, language domains, response modes, and a detailed test administrator checklist including training and preparation steps for completing inventories and returning materials. Includes appendices for observable behaviors and a glossary.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages44

Reading Time1 h 51 min

AccessFree to download

TELPAS Alternate Purpose and Overview

Scheduling

Student Eligibility Requirements

Test Administrator Requirements

Test Security and Confidentiality

Accessibility for TELPAS Alternate

Accommodations

Language Domains

Response Modes

Test Administrator Checklist

Training

Prepare to and Complete Assessments

Return Materials

Appendix A: TELPAS Alternate Observable Behaviors Inventory

Appendix B: TELPAS Alternate Glossary

Texas English Language Proficiency Assessment System Alternate Test Administrator Manual Grades 2–12 TELPAS Alternate 2020–2021 Copyright © 2021, Texas Education Agency. All rights reserved. Table of Contents Contact Information and Resources.......................................................................................... ii Calendar of Events ....................................................................................................................... ii TELPAS Alternate Purpose and Overview ................................................................................. 1 Scheduling........................................................................................................................... 2 Submission of Student Data and Assessment Information for TELPAS Alternate..... 2 Student Eligibility Requirements ................................................................................................ 2 Test Administrator Requirements ............................................................................................. 3 Test Security and Confidentiality ............................................................................................... 4 Maintaining Security of Test Materials ............................................................................ 4 Testing Irregularities .......................................................................................................... 6 Penalties for Violating Security and Confidentiality of Assessments........................... 9 Investigating and Reporting Testing Irregularities ....................................................... 11 Oaths of Security and Confidentiality ............................................................................ 11 Accessibility for TELPAS Alternate............................................................................................ 12 Accommodations ............................................................................................................. 12 Language Domains .......................................................................................................... 13 Response Modes .............................................................................................................. 13 Test Administrator Checklist .................................................................................................... 15 Training ....................................................................................................................................... 16 Attend Training Session on Administration Procedures............................................. 16 Review Optional Training Presentations....................................................................... 17 Prepare for and Complete Assessments ................................................................................ 18 Prepare to Mark the Observable Behaviors Inventory for Each Student..................18 Complete the Observable Behaviors Inventory for Each Student............................. 18 Transcribe Observations into the Online System, If So Directed...............................20 Return Materials ........................................................................................................................ 22 Prepare Materials for Return.......................................................................................... 22 Appendix A: TELPAS Alternate Observable Behaviors Inventory......................................... 23 Listening ............................................................................................................................ 27 Speaking ............................................................................................................................ 29 Reading...................................................................................

FAQs

What is the purpose and overview of TELPAS Alternate in 2020–2021?

The manual explains the purpose of TELPAS Alternate and provides an overview of how the assessment is organized and administered for eligible students in grades 2–12.

What security and confidentiality requirements must test administrators follow?

Test administrators must follow strict procedures to maintain security of test materials, prevent breaches, and protect confidentiality. The manual also outlines penalties and how to investigate and report irregularities.

How do test administrators prepare and complete assessments and return materials?

The manual provides step-by-step preparation and completion procedures, including preparing and marking the Observable Behaviors Inventory, transcribing observations into the online system when directed, and preparing materials for return.

Oct 2, 2026

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