TEST ADMINISTRATION DIRECTIONS All versions, test booklets, answer documents, and materials related to the Islamic Studies Standardized Test (ISST) are SECURE. Do not copy or duplicate any materials in any manner and keep all materials in a locked location. GENERAL INFORMATION Introduction This manual provides direction for the administration of the Islamic Studies Standardized Test. As this manual contains information regarding materials and general testing procedures, you will need these directions to administer the test. Purpose This test series has been developed by accredited Islamic educators to measure student competency in four core content areas: 1) Qur’anic Studies; 2) Sirah and Hadith; 3) Aqidah, Fiqh, and Akhlaq, and; 4) Islamic History. These tests are meant to be used diagnostically—to better understand students’ strengths and instructional needs and to evaluate curriculum. Teachers will not have to score these tests. The tests will be scored by an external scoring company (Strategic Measurement and Evaluation, Inc). All tests must be treated as SECURE material. Timeframe for Administration It is important that all students at each level in a building are assessed within the narrowest timeframe possible (the same date/time, if feasible) to minimize security issues during testing. (For example, test all 2nd graders the same morning.) Time Allotment for Testing Students are scheduled to have no more than 1.5 hours (90 minutes) of actual test-taking time. There are a total of 80 questions. Students are allotted 1 minute per question. The 90 minutes of test time includes a 10 minute break after students complete sections 1 and 2 of the test. Note: Test-taking “suggested” time does not include reading the instructions to the students. It is important that students who require the time are permitted the entire time allotted. However, after 1.5 hour, stop the test session for all students. If all students complete the test prior to the allotted time, you may collect all booklets. Students who need special accommodations due to a disability or special needs should be administered the test with accommodations based on the documentation provided in their IEPs or Section 504 plans. REMINDER: tests are secure material and may NOT be duplicated or photocopied in ANY form. If you require more materials, please contact your School Testing Coordinator.
TEST ADMINISTRATION DIRECTIONS All versions, test booklets, answer documents, and materials related to the Islamic Studies Standardized Test (ISST) are SECURE. Do not copy or duplicate any materials in any manner and keep all materials in a locked location. GENERAL INFORMATION Introduction This manual provides direction for the administration of the Islamic Studies Standardized Test. As this manual contains information regarding materials and general testing procedures, you will need these directions to administer the test. Purpose This test series has been developed by accredited Islamic educators to measure student competency in four core content areas: 1) Qur’anic Studies; 2) Sirah and Hadith; 3) Aqidah, Fiqh, and Akhlaq, and; 4) Islamic History. These tests are meant to be used diagnostically—to better understand students’ strengths and instructional needs and to evaluate curriculum. Teachers will not have to score these tests. The tests will be scored by an external scoring company (Strategic Measurement and Evaluation, Inc). All tests must be treated as SECURE material. Timeframe for Administration It is important that all students at each level in a building are assessed within the narrowest timeframe possible (the same date/time, if feasible) to minimize security issues during testing. (For example, test all 2nd graders the same morning.) Time Allotment for Testing Students are scheduled to have no more than 1.5 hours (90 minutes) of actual test-taking time. There are a total of 80 questions. Students are allotted 1 minute per question. The 90 minutes of test time includes a “suggested” 10 minute break after students complete sections 1 and 2 of the test. Note: Test-taking time does not include reading the instructions to the students. It is important that students who require the time are permitted the entire time allotted. However, after 1.5 hour, stop the test session for all students. If all students complete the test prior to the allotted time, you may collect all booklets. Students who need special accommodations due to a disability or special needs should be administered the test with accommodations based on the documentation provided in their IEPs or Section 504 plans. REMINDER: tests are secure material and may NOT be duplicated or photocopied in ANY form. If you require more materials, please contact your School Testing Coordinator.
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