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2014-15
TEST ADMINISTRATION MANUAL
On-line Administration
4041 N. Central Avenue, Suite 1200
Phoenix, AZ 85012
Phone: 602.506.3866 • Fax: 602.506.3753
Table of Contents
Introduction........................................................................................................................................................................... 1
Purpose and Design of the Assessment .......................................................................................................................... 1
Definition of Roles............................................................................................................................................................... 1
Statement of Security......................................................................................................................................................... 2
Before Testing ..................................................................................................................................................................... 3
• Preparing Materials ............................................................................................................................................... 3
• Preparing the Environment ..................................................................................................................................... 3
• Preparing Students................................................................................................................................................... 3
During Testing ...................................................................................................................................................................... 4
• Starting the Test........................................................................................................................................................ 4
• Monitoring Testing .................................................................................................................................................... 6
Accommodations ................................................................................................................................................................. 7
• AIMS Testing Accommodations Guidelines .......................................................................................................... 7
• Additional Accommodations for Special Education Student ............................................................................ 8
• Additional Accommodations for English Language Learners........................................................................... 8
Completing and Exiting the Test ...................................................................................................................................... 8
Accessing the Data ............................................................................................................................................................. 9
Appendix A – Taking On-Line Assessments
Appendix B – FAQ’s for On-line Testing
Appendix C – Power Point of Student Instructions
Introduction
Congratulations. You will soon be implementing a MCESA Content Specific Assessment that is a
collaborative effort by teachers, administrators, policy makers, and students. This assessment has
undergone a rigorous development process to ensure validity and reliability. Please read this manual
carefully. It is designed to assist you with creating a smooth and efficient testing experience for students,
thereby collecting the most accurate data.
Purpose and Design of the Assessment
The MCESA Content Specific Assessments were created to measure student achievement in traditionally
non-tested courses. The assessments are a matched pair of a pre-assessment and a post-assessment that
are both aligned to the Arizona State Standards for the course. The post-assessments contain items that
align to the end-of-year content standards. Forty percent of the pre-assessments align to beginning of
year content standards for measuring students’ in-coming knowledge. Sixty percent of the pre-assessments
align to end-of-year content standards. (Assessments for the subject area of Transition do not follow this
design. The pre-assessment and post-assessment both measure end-of-course content.)
Definition of Roles
Test Coordinator – the person responsible for scheduling the test administration dates and coordinating all
preparations including communicating information about log-in user names and passwords and testing
procedures.
Test Administrator – the person(s) responsible for administering the test to students and proctoring the
student testing experience.
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Statement of Security
Because this assessment was designed to be used to measure student growth as a part of teacher
effectiveness models, it is imperative to adhere to professional security measures. Listed below is an
excerpt from the test security agreement for the MCESA Content Specific Assessments. Please note that
items 5-10 apply to on-line test administration and 1-4 apply to paper administration.
1. Access to test books and answer documents shall be restricted to assigned Test Coordinator(s)
during the prescribed assessment administration.
2. All test books and answer documents shall be kept under lock and key and in possession of the
Test Coordinator except during actual test times.
3. Test books and answer documents shall be checked out or delivered and signed for by the Test
Administrators no sooner than the date of testing and returned at the end of each day of testing.
4. Test books and answer documents shall be kept secure until they are distributed to students.
5. Only teachers and students in participating classes shall be allowed to access and use MCESA
Content Specific Assessments.
6. The MCESA Content Specific Assessments shall not be examined, read, or reviewed.
7. No content of the test shall be disclosed, hand-copied, electronically stored, photographed, or
photocopied.
8. No test item shall be discussed at any time.
9. No student responses shall be examined, read, or reviewed.
10. Ethics and professionalism regarding test administration will be upheld throughout the entire test
administration window.
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Before Testing
Preparing Materials
In order to log-in and take an on-line assessment, students will need to know their user name and
password. Test Administrators should be prepared to support students in learning their user name and
password. Young students may need a card or slip of paper on which their information is written in order
to remember it and type it correctly. Test Administrators should have a copy of the user names and
passwords available during the testing session to support students who may have forgotten or need help
entering their information. To expedite the testing session and allow more time for students to take the
test, a test proctor could enter student usernames and passwords prior to students entering the testing
location. For students to access EdPlan, the user name is the student’s SAIS ID and the password is the
student’s SAIS ID plus four-digit birthdate (mm/dd).
Example for student born on January 1st
User Name - 12345678
Password - 123456780101
Before students begin their testing session, Test Administrators should validate that the correct students are
enrolled in the class and that the correct test has been released to all students in the class. To conduct a
validation, the Test Administration should log-into PCG’s EdPlan and use the Student Tracking feature to
navigate to the specific section of students that will be testing. In this view, Test Administrators should check
that all student names are listed and check that each student has a 0* under the name of the test that has
been released. The 0* indicates that the student has the test assigned to him/her and can proceed to take
the test in the designated window. If a student is missing, the Test Administrator should notify the person(s)
responsible for enrolling students. If the student is present, but does not have the test released, notify the
Test Coordinator or call the ADE helpdesk for an immediate release of the test if the window has already
opened.
Preparing the Environment
Careful preparation of the testing environment is an important step to ensure that the assessment measures
student knowledge of the standards. A room that is quiet and free from distracting noises or interruptions
should be scheduled for the testing session. The seating arrangements should support students in working
individually, not collaboratively, on the assessment. Assigning students specific seats is a good strategy for
maintaining a room where students work individually. Also, any bulletin boards, posters, or signs that could
cue student answers should be removed or covered.
Depending on the course, MCESA Content Specific Assessments contain 40-50 items and are designed to
be administered in one class period of approximately 40-60 minutes.
Preparing Students
Students who are taking an on-line test should be familiar with the process to access the URL of the test
delivery system, log-into the system, and select their appropriate test. See Appendix A for the guidance
document from Public Consulting Group (PCG) called ‘Taking On-line Assessments’ for specific directions
about how students access their tests in this system. It is recommended that students view a demonstration
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of the process if they have never seen the on-line test delivery system before. This demonstration should
occur prior to the testing session so as to allow the maximum amount of time for taking the actual test. For
a demonstration of PCG’s EdPlan system, please refer to the Power Point presentation available through
the Test Coordinator or the MCESA and/or REIL website. A copy of this presentation is shown in Appendix
C.
Before students take their test, they should be informed of the purpose of the assessment and what to
expect. Questions that students are likely to ask include
1.
2.
3.
4.
Why am I taking this test?
How long will it last?
Where will we take the test?
Does this count for my grade?
An appropriate script for communicating with students is provided here, but the script may be modified to
include district specific information.
You will be taking a test to show what you know about _______ (insert subject area or course
name) _________. In this test, you will be working on your own, answering questions on the
computer. Try your best to answer the questions.
During Testing
Starting the Test
Upon entering the testing room, students should leave backpacks and electronic devices in a designated
location. Students should then sit in the appropriate seat for taking their test. The name of the test to be
taken should be displayed on the board to ensure that students select the correct assessment for the testing
session. The chart below shows the names of the MCESA Content Specific Assessments that could be
assigned to students.
Pre-assessments
Music Grade 2 Pre 2014-15
Music Grade 3 Pre 2014-15
Music Grade 5 Pre 2014-15
PE Grade 3 Pre 2014-15
PE Grade 8 Pre 2014-15
Visual Arts Grade 3 Pre 2014-15
Visual Arts Grade 5 Pre 2014-15
Visual Arts Grade 8 Pre 2014-15
SS Grade 6 Pre 2014-15 (social studies)
SS Grade 7 Pre 2014-15 (social studies)
SS Grade 8 Pre 2014-15 (social studies)
Band Pre 2014-15
Choir Pre 2014-15
Dance Pre 2014-15
Theater Pre 2014-15
PE HS Pre 2014-15
Visual Arts S Pre 2014-15
Economics Pre 2014-15
Government Pre 2014-15
US History Pre 2014-15
World History Pre 2014-15
Transition Gen Ed 2014-15
Transition ELL 2014-05
*Field Test participants may see the name of the test followed by Form A, B, or C
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Post-assessments
Music Grade 2 Posttest 2014-15
Music Grade 3 Posttest 2014-15
Music Grade 5 Posttest 2014-15
PE Grade 3 Posttest 2014-15
PE Grade 8 Posttest 2014-15
Visual Arts Grade 3 Posttest 2014-15
Visual Arts Grade 5 Posttest 2014-15
Visual Arts Grade 8 Posttest 2014-15
SS Grade 6 Posttest 2014-15 (social studies)
SS Grade 7 Posttest 2014-15 (social studies)
SS Grade 8 Posttest 2014-15 (social studies)
Band Posttest 2014-15
Choir Posttest 2014-15
Dance Posttest 2014-15
Theater Posttest 2014-15
PE HS Posttest 2014-15
Visual Arts S Posttest 2014-15
Economics Posttest 2014-15
Government Posttest 2014-15
US History Posttest 2014-15
World History Posttest 2014-15
Transition Gen Ed 2014-15
Transition ELL 2014-05
*Field Test participants may see the name of the test followed by Form A, B, or C
Ask students to listen to all directions before logging in and beginning their tests. An appropriate script for
communicating with students is provided here, but may be modified to include district, school, or class
specific information.
In a moment you will log-into the system to begin your test. You will be working
independently. You may not use any personal electronic devices during this test. This test is
not timed, and you will have the entire class session to work on it. Read each question and
answer choice carefully. Choose only one answer for each question. While you are working
or when you are finished, you may revisit any of the questions on your test. After you have
completed the test, raise your hand and I will come to your seat to give you permission to
submit your tests. At that time you will click the submit button. When you finish, remain
quiet so that others can concentrate on their test. If you have a question, please raise your
hand. You may begin. Please log in and choose the test called _________________.
The school’s technology team may put a shortcut on each computer for students to access the test. If
students do not have a shortcut on the desktop, the log-in page to take the assessment can be accessed by
going to your district’s URL listed below.
https://ade-alhambra.d2sc.com/
https://ade-adjc.d2sc.com/
https://ade-balsz.d2sc.com/
https://ade-gilabend.d2sc.com/
https://ade-isaac.d2sc.com/
https://ade-MaricopaCRD.d2sc.com
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https://ade-mobile.d2sc.com/
https://ade-nadaburg.d2sc.com/
https://ade-pesd1.d2sc.com/
https://ade-roosevelt.d2sc.com/
https://ade-tolleson.d2sc.com/
https://ade-wilson.d2sc.com/
It is a good strategy to stagger start the students. For example, have students wearing a white shirt begin
first. Then wait 60 seconds and have another set of students begin. This strategy often supports electronic
testing systems with their efficiency and also helps to reduce cheating if students are not always on the
same item as their neighbor. MCESA Content Specific Assessments are intentionally not delivered with
randomized items, because they are designed to present students with easier and harder questions in a
specific order.
Monitoring Testing
Students may have multiple assessments assigned to them. Ensure that each student has selected the
appropriate assessment.
At the bottom of the screen, students will see a navigation bar showing the number of items completed and
the number of items on the test. Depending on the hardware used, it may be necessary for students to
scroll across this navigation bar to see the total number of items on the test. It may be necessary to remind
students to maximize the window if the browser is not set to automatically display full size windows. If the
test has reading passages, the student will see the passage repeated at the side of each associated item.
For hardware or internet technical problems during testing, call the school or district technical support team.
For other technical issues including application problems, call the ADE Help Desk (602-542-2222). For
long-distance outside of Maricopa County, use this toll-free number 1-866-577-9636. Additionally, refer
to the FAQ’s in Appendix B.
Test Administrators should inform students when they have 10 minutes and 5 minutes of testing time
remaining.
A quiet test environment will support students in concentrating on their work. Therefore, it is recommended
that students who finish the test early are provided an additional activity such as reading or completing
work quietly at their seat. Providing computer free-time or games after the testing session may discourage
students from putting forth their best effort on the test.
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Accommodations
Accommodations can support students in accessing the content of the test and are, thus, an important part
of the testing environment. The Arizona Department of Education has provided an excellent document
describing the allowable accommodations for students during AIMS testing. The most salient and
applicable accommodations from the AIMS protocols have been extracted and applied to the MCESA
Content Specific Assessments
Universal Test Administration Conditions
The following excerpt from AIMS Testing Accommodations: Guidelines for 2013-2014 describes the
Universal Test Administration Conditions that should enable all Arizona students to have an appropriate
testing setting to support their success on the assessment. These conditions are applicable to the
administration of MCESA Content Specific Assessments.
Universal Test Administration Conditions are specific testing situations and conditions that may be offered
to any student in order to provide him/her a comfortable and distraction free testing environment.
Universal Test Administration Conditions include:
 Testing in a small group, testing one-on-one, testing in a separate location or in a study carrel,
 Being seated in a specific location within the testing room or being seated at special furniture,
 Having the test administered by a familiar test administrator,
 Using devices that allow the student to see the test: glasses, contacts, magnification, special
lighting, and color overlays,
 Using devices that allow the student to hear the test directions: hearing aids and amplification,
 Reading the test quietly to himself/herself as long as other students are not disrupted,
 Wearing noise buffers after the scripted directions have been read,
 Having the scripted directions included in the Test Administration Directions repeated (at student
request) and having questions about the scripted directions or the directions that students read on
their own answered. (They may also be displayed in writing on the board.)
While some of the items listed as Universal Test Administration Conditions might be included in a student’s
IEP as a required testing accommodation, for testing purposes these are not considered testing
accommodations and are not limited to only students with IEPs.
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Additional Accommodations for Special Education Students
All teachers are expected to implement any testing accommodations specifically noted on student
Individual Education Plans (IEP) or 504 Plans. Also, special education students may use the
accommodations listed below, extracted from the AIMS Testing Accommodations: Guidelines for 20132014.




More breaks and/or several shorter sessions
Testing at a different time of day
Simplified directions for the scripted directions
Read aloud the test items, only as needed and requested by the student*
Additional Accommodations for English Language Learners
Students who have been classified as English Language Learners by the AZELLA assessment may use the
accommodations listed below, extracted from the AIMS Testing Accommodations: Guidelines for 20132014.





More breaks and/or several shorter sessions
Simplified directions for the scripted directions
Exact translation of the scripted direction in their native language, as needed upon student request
Access to a native language dictionary
Read aloud the test items, only as needed and requested by the student *
* Use of this accommodation should not impede the Test Administrators ability to monitor the other students
in the class, nor should it provide any teacher the ability to study or read secure test items that will be used
in his/her teacher effectiveness plan. Thus, it is recommended that arrangements should be made for an
additional Test Administrator to be in the room to implement this accommodation if needed. Lastly, use of
this accommodation should not interrupt the prescribed testing environment or distract the other test takers.
Completing and Exiting the Test
When students complete their test, it is essential that they submit their assessment. According to the
scripted directions, students must notify the Test Administrator that they have completed the test and are
ready to submit. The Test Administrator should check that all items have been completed and can then
give permission for the student to submit the test. The student will click the submit button.
If students were not able to complete their test before the end of the testing, then they should NOT submit,
but instead click the SAVE button and log out.
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A make-up session to complete the remaining questions should be arranged according to the school plan.
After submitting or saving the test, the student should log out of PCG: EdPlan. Explain to students that they
may not discuss the content of the test with any peers, teachers or parents.
Accessing Data
After students have completed their test, their scores are immediately available to teachers and
administrators. To access the scores, users should log-into PCG: EdPlan via ADE Connect.
https://home.azed.gov/Portal
The fastest way to see the student scores is to use the Student Tracking function and navigate into the
school, teacher and class section that has completed the test. Scores that are below 60% are highlighted
red, scores between 60-89% are highlighted yellow, and scores that are 90% or above are highlighted
green.
Additional reports with more detailed information can be accessed through the Reports function. For more
information on accessing and interpreting reports see the MCESA REIL webpage.
http://mcesa.schoolwires.net//site/Default.aspx?PageID=387
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Appendix A
Taking Online Assessments
PCG Terms
Save – Using the Save button only saves any answers
that have been entered. It does NOT score.
Submit – Using the Submit button completes the
testing session. The test may not be reopened.
Exit – Using the Logout button properly closes the
session with the server.
TO DO LIST
1. Log in.
2. Click on active Assessment link.
3. Take test.
4. Submit test.
5. Log out.
Log in as a student, using the login and password you have been given.
Choose Student At-A-Glance
Click on the
student’s folder
to show the
contents.
Click on the
Assignments link.
Click on the
Assessments link
under the class in
which you need
to take a test.
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Proprietary and Confidential
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The right side of the screen
will display all assessments
assigned in that class, both
available and completed.
If necessary, scroll down
until you find the
available assessment (it
will be a blue hyperlink),
then click on it.
Take the Test. Answer each
question by clicking in the
bubble to the left of the
answer you think is correct.
If you need to stop the test
for some reason, click the
Save button (diskette icon)
, then close the
window.
When you are finished, click on the Submit
You will see the screen refresh, then see
confirmation that the test has been submitted:
Close the screen (red x)
Log out by
clicking the
“logout”
link at the
top right of
the screen:
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Proprietary and Confidential
button.
Appendix B: FAQs for On-Line Testing
Page #
1.
How do students access the website to take the test? ................................................................................................... 1
2.
What do I do if a student cannot log in with the user name or password that was provided? ...................................... 1
3.
What do I do if a student clicks on the folder to access the assessment but nothing happens? .................................... 2
4.
What do I do if students are able to log in, but the expected test does not appear? ..................................................... 2
5.
What do I do if the students test freezes while taking the test? ..................................................................................... 3
6.
What do I do if Internet problems or other technical difficulties come up in the middle of a test and the student is
unable to continue taking the test online? ...................................................................................................................... 3
7.
What do I do if I am having difficulties with the entire class and cannot proceed with testing on the specified date? . 3
8.
What do I do if a student accidentally submitted a test but is not finished answering all questions? ........................... 3
9.
What do I do if a student started the wrong test? .......................................................................................................... 4
10. What do I do if students want to continue an incomplete test? ..................................................................................... 5
11. What do I do if students want to retake a completed test? ............................................................................................ 5
12. What do I do if students are not done at the end of the testing session? ...................................................................... 5
13. What do I do if students try to submit after completing all questions and they get a notification that one item has
not been answered? ........................................................................................................................................................ 5
14. Who do I contact for help? .............................................................................................................................................. 5
Appendix B: FAQs for On-Line Testing
1. How do students access the website to take the test?
Your technology team may put a shortcut on each computer for students to access the test. If students do not
have a shortcut on the desktop, the log-in page to take the assessment can be accessed by going to your district’s
URL, as shown below. Be sure that web security filters allow access to the URL.
https://ade-alhambra.d2sc.com/
https://ade-adjc.d2sc.com/
https://ade-balsz.d2sc.com/
https://ade-gilabend.d2sc.com/
https://ade-isaac.d2sc.com/
https://ade-MaricopaCRD.d2sc.com
https://ade-mobile.d2sc.com/
https://ade-nadaburg.d2sc.com/
https://ade-pesd1.d2sc.com/
https://ade-roosevelt.d2sc.com/
https://ade-tolleson.d2sc.com/
https://ade-wilson.d2sc.com/
2. What do I do if a student cannot log in with the user name or password that was provided?
Double check that the student used the correct user name and password. The user name will be the student’s
SAIS ID and the password will be the student’s SAIS ID plus four-digit birthdate – month/day.
Student User Name: SAIS ID
Student Password: SAIS ID +mm/dd of birthdate
Example for student born on January 1st
User Name - 12345678
Password - 123456780101
You can call the ADE Help Desk (602-542-2222) to verify the student’s information.
If after three attempts the student cannot log in, the student’s account will be locked. If this happens, contact the
ADE Help Desk to re-activate the account (602-542-2222).
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When calling the ADE Help Desk, please be prepared to provide the following information:

District name

School name

Student first and last name

Student SAIS ID

Student birthdate (month/day)

Name of exam (grade level, subject area)
3. What do I do if a student clicks on the folder to access the assessment but nothing happens?
If the student is using Internet Explorer version 9 or 10, there may be a compatibility issue. Click on compatibility
icon found near the address bar. The student will then be able to click on the folder and expand its contents.
If this does not resolve the issue, contact the ADE Help Desk (602-542-2222).
4. What do I do if students are able to log in, but the expected test does not appear?
Have the student log out and contact the ADE Help Desk (602-542-2222) immediately to have the test released to
that student. Once the ADE Help Desk has released the test, the student can log back into the system, click on the
link to access the assessment, and take the test. When calling the ADE Help Desk, please be prepared to provide
the following information:

District name,

School name,

Student first and last name,

Student SAIS ID and birthdate,

Name of exam (grade level, subject area).
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5. What do I do if the student’s test freezes while taking the test?
First, try to navigate to another question using the navigation bar at the side of the screen or the arrows. If that is
not possible, then press alt+tab to toggle back to the PCG Assessments page. Select Take Assessment again to
reload the test. If the test is still frozen, then close the test and log out of PCG. Then log in again and reselect the
test. The system automatically saves the student’s answers during testing and the student should be able to
return to the last question he was working on.
6. What do I do if Internet problems or other technical difficulties come up in the middle of a test and the student is
unable to continue taking the test online?
The system will automatically save the student’s answers as the student takes the test one question at a time. So
all responses up until the point of disruption will be saved. Once the issue has been resolved, the student can log
back into the system and complete the test. To help you identify possible causes of your technical difficulties of
issue, follow these steps:
a. If the technical issue is isolated to one student’s computer try to identify the cause of the problem (internet
issue, loose cords, hardware problem, etc.) Contact your district or school technical support staff for help as
necessary.
b. If an error 500 message (or other software error message) is displayed, contact the ADE Help Desk (602-5422222). ADE Help desk staff will ask for detailed information. Please note the exact wording of the error
message.
c. If there are internet or technical difficulties with the entire class, contact your district or school technical
support staff. If you cannot continue the testing session with the entire class, notify your district Testing
Coordinator of the issue and get guidance on rescheduling the testing session.
7. What do I do if I am having difficulties with the entire class and cannot proceed with testing on the specified date?
If there are technical difficulties with the entire class or if there are internet issues, contact your district or school
technical support staff. If you cannot continue the testing session with the entire class, notify your district Testing
Coordinator of the issue and get guidance on rescheduling the testing session.
8. What do I do if a student accidentally submitted a test but is not finished answering all questions?
Contact the ADE Help Desk (602-542-2222) immediately to have the link to that student’s test reactivated. Once
the ADE Help Desk has released that test again, the student can log back into the system, click on the link to access
the assessment, and complete the test. When calling the ADE Help Desk, please be prepared to provide the
following information:

District name
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
School name

Student first and last name

Student SAIS ID and birthdate

Name of exam (grade level, subject area)
9. What do I do if a student started the wrong test?
If the student did not submit the test, have the student close out of that test by clicking the “X” at the top right
side of the test window.
Once the test window is closed, the Assessments screen will appear. The student can then click on the link to the
correct test.
If the student started taking the wrong test and accidentally submitted it, follow instructions above for the student
to access the correct test and begin taking the test. Contact the ADE Help Desk (602-542-2222) to provide
notification that the student submitted the wrong test. ADE Help Desk staff will reactivate the link so that student
will be able to access the test for that specific subject area during the correct testing time.
When calling the ADE Help Desk, please be prepared to provide the following information:

District name,

School name,

Student first and last name,

Student SAIS ID and birthdate,

Name of exam that was accidentally submitted and should be reassigned (grade level, subject area).
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10. What do I do if students want to continue an incomplete test?
Students may complete an incomplete test if the testing session has not ended and if the test has not yet been
submitted.
Students should follow the normal login process. When they see the list of available tests, the incomplete test
name should appear. When students select the test, it will resume. Their answers from previous sessions will
appear in the test.
11. What do I do if students want to retake a completed test?
Students are not allowed to retake a test after it has been submitted.
12. What do I do if students are not done at the end of the testing session?
Student should save their test and then close the window and logout of the system. Follow the school or district
plan for make-up testing.
13. What do I do if students try to submit after completing all questions and they get a notification that one item has
not been answered?
Us the navigation bar at the bottom to verify that all questions have been completed. If not, then the student should
complete the questions. Click off of the last question and then go back to the last question to submit again.
14. Who do I contact for help?
For hardware or internet issues, call your school or district technical support team.
For other issues including application problems, call the ADE Help Desk 602-542-2222. For long-distance outside
of Maricopa County, use this toll-free number 1-866-577-9636.
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Appendix C: Power Point of
Student Instructions
MCESA Content Specific
Assessments:
Taking On-Line Assessments
Instructions for Students
Access the Website
Select the icon on your desktop
OR
Go to this URL:
https://ade-districtname.d2sc.com
(For district name, insert the actual name of your district.)
Log in using the user name
and password you have been
given.
Click on Student At-A-Glance.
Click on your folder.
Click on Assignments.
Click on the Assessments link.
(Select the correct class.)
Find the test that you need to take.
Click on the blue link - Take Assessment.
You will see one question presented at a time.
Every question has four answer choices.
Some may have a passage to read. You may
need to scroll to see the whole passage.
Take the test.
• Use
at the bottom left corner of the page to go from
question to question.
• You can also click on the numbers under Questions.
Test Tools
To help you think about the question click on the
question to bring up the test tools.
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bold
underline
strike-through
highlight a word or sentence
font size
clear formatting
undo/redo
preview
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pause test
save
Test Tools
Use the “X” next to the question to eliminate an
answer choice.
Test Tools
Flag – mark the question
to come back to later
Scratch Pad – write down
notes
Save
• As you go from question to question, the system will
save your answers.
• You can also use the save button.
Submit
• Double check that you have answered all the
questions.
• Raise your hand to get teacher permission to submit
your test.
• Use the
icon (bottom right corner) on the last
question to submit the test.
• If you leave any questions unanswered, you will see
the following message.
• Choose No and go back to answer those questions.
Submit and Log Out
• After answering all questions and with teacher
permission, click submit.
• If you see this window click submit again.
• After you submit, you will see a confirmation stating
that your test has been submitted.
• Close the screen.
• Log out of the system.