Welcome to
Curriculum Night
Presentation Overview
Science
ELA (Reading
and Writing)
Math
Resources
Science Scope and Sequence
Statewide Science Assessment (SSA)
• The test helps teachers determine the level of success
students have with the Next Generation Sunshine State
Standards for Science.
• Test questions are designed to
measure the science skills that
students should acquire in grades
3-5.
• Testing dates are Monday, April
25th and Tuesday, April 26th
Statewide Science Assessment
▪ 2- 80 minute sessions
▪ 60-66 questions
▪ All multiple choice
▪ 17% Nature of Science (The Scientific Method)
▪ 29% Earth and Space Science (Space, Water Cycle, Weather)
▪ 29% Physical Science (Forces in Motion, Matter, Energy)
▪ 25% Life Science (Adaptations, Life Cycles, Human Body)
▪ Cognitive Complexity
– Low 10-20, Moderate 60-80, High 10-20
Low Complexity
▪ Science low-complexity test items rely
heavily on the recall and recognition of
previously learned concepts and principles.
▪ Test items typically specify what the student
is to do, which often is to carry out some
procedure that can be performed
mechanically.
▪ It is not left to the student to come up with
an original method or solution.
Moderate Complexity
 Science moderate-complexity test items involve
more flexible thinking than low-complexity test
items do.
 They require a response that goes beyond the
habitual, is not specified, and ordinarily involves
more than a single step or thought process.
 The student is expected to decide what to do—
using informal methods of reasoning and
problem-solving strategies—and to bring
together skill and knowledge from various
domains.
High Complexity
▪ Science high-complexity test items make
heavy demands on student thinking.
▪ Students must engage in abstract
reasoning, planning, analysis, judgment, and
creative thought.
▪ The test items require that the student
think in an abstract and sophisticated way,
often involving multiple steps.
Statewide Science Assessment Achievement Levels
Success on the Statewide Science Assessment
▪ Vocabulary knowledge is essential.
▪ Students must have a concrete
understanding of the scientific method.
▪ Students must know how to read graphs,
charts, data, and diagrams.
▪ Student must apply knowledge of science
concepts taught throughout K-5.
Success on the Statewide Science Assessment
▪ Learn how to answer each type of question
▪ For multiple choice questions, read each
question carefully and think about the answer
from the choices provided.
▪ Answer questions you are sure about first. If a
question seems too hard, skip it and go back to
that question later.
▪ There is no penalty for guesses. Therefore, it is
best to try to answer all questions, even if you
are not sure of the correct answer.
Success on the Statewide Science Assessment
▪ Think positively. Some questions may seem hard,
but you may be able to figure out how to
respond if you read the question carefully a
second time.
▪ Be sure to completely fill in the answer bubbles
in your test book or answer document. Do not
make any stray marks around the answer spaces.
▪ Check to make sure the test question number
matches the answer choice number on the
answer sheet.
How do I help my child do well on
Statewide Science Assessment?
▪ Make sure your child attends school regularly. The more effort
your child puts into learning, the more likely he or she will
perform well.
▪ Encourage your child, a positive outlook helps children do their
best.
▪ Read longer texts for longer periods of time to build
fluency and vocabulary.
▪ Read texts that are linked to the curriculum. This
will help build background knowledge and vocabulary.
▪ Include your child in real world science situations. (visit science
museums, aquariums, science field trips)
Websites:
▪ www.thinkcentral.com Watch digital lessons from 3rd, 4th,
and 5th grade and take Unit Self quizzes
▪ www.fcatexplorer.com Resources that reteach standards
▪ http://www.fldoe.org/accountability/assessments/k-12student-assessment/science.stml
The Florida Department of Education website includes
information about the Statewide Science Assessment that
students will be taking on April 25th and 26th. Clicking on “Test
Item Specifications” will explain what will be tested. Clicking on
“Test Book” will show you sample tests.
Science Questions?
Math Scope and Sequence
Florida Standards Assessment (FSA) in Math
▪ 60-64 test items
▪ 2-80 Minute Sessions
▪ Computer Based Testing
▪ Testing is on Monday, May 2nd and Tuesday, May 3rd
FSA Testing Categories
Grade 5 Category
Operations, Algebraic Thinking, and Fractions
Numbers and Operations in Base Ten
% of Test
39
28
Measurement, Data, and Geometry
33
Operations, Algebraic Thinking, and Fractions: numerical expressions,
adding-subtracting-multiplying-dividing fractions
Numbers and Operations in Base Ten: multiplication, division, place
value, adding-subtracting-multiplying-dividing decimals,
Measurement, Data, and Geometry: line plots, coordinate grids, volume,
2-D Shapes, conversions
Grades 3 & 4 have these first three types
and grade 5 has all six types of questions.
Grade
5
Note: The computer based
test for grade 5 has an
equation editor.
Grade 3 Sample Problem
There will be 5-7 item responses and
at least two answers will be correct.
Grade 4 Sample Problem
There will be 5-7 item responses and
at least two answers will be correct.
Grade 4 Sample Problem
Only what should be used will be active.
Equation response field
Navigation buttons
Only what should be used will be active.
Only what should be used will
be active.
Special symbols
(fractions, exponents, etc.)
action buttons
points and line
added to graph
Click the arrow button if you do not want to add an
extra point or line by accident.
The numbers 8 and 6 are added,
and the sum is then multiplied
by 3.
A. Drag numbers to the boxes and
symbols to the circles to represent the
expression described.
B. Drag numbers to the boxes and
symbols to the circles to create an
equivalent expression to the one your
created in part A.
Grade 5 Sample Problem
Michael and John are creating patterns. Each pattern starts at 0.
• Michael uses the rule “add 3.”
• John uses the rule “add 6.”
Explain why the terms in John’s sequence are twice the terms in Michael’s sequence. Type
your answer in the space provided.
Answers are expected to be a sentence or two in length. They
will be looking for key words or ideas that convey the question.
FSA Math Levels of Achievement
Level 3 or higher is a proficient (passing) score.
Websites/Resources
▪ http://www.fsassessments.org/students-and-families/practice-tests/
▪ www.thinkcentral.com Soar to Success for math reteaches skills.
Teachers can track individual student progress
▪ www.fcatexplorer.com Videos to reteach standards
▪ www.tenmarks.com Reteaches math skills. Teachers can track student
progress
▪ www.mobymax.com Reteaches math skills. Teachers can track student
progress
▪ www.khanacademy.org A great resource that teaches math skills to students and
parents
▪ Practice basic multiplication and division facts daily!
Math Questions?
ELA Standards
Literature
▪ Key Ideas and DetailsQuoting accurately, theme,
compare/contrast story
structure
▪ Craft and Structurefigurative language, text
structure, point-of-view
▪ Integration of Knowledge and
Ideas-multimedia elements,
beauty and tone,
compare/contrast genre
Informational
▪ Key Ideas and Details-Quoting
accurately, main idea,
cause/effect
▪ Craft and Structure-academic
vocabulary, text structure,
analyze multiple accounts of
same topic
▪ Integration of Knowledge and
Ideas-draw information on
multiple print and locate answers
quickly, author’s purpose,
integrate information from
several topics
Language Standards
Students will be required to complete an editing task portion
of the FSA test, which may include fill in the blank, multiple
choice, drop down boxes, and highlighting an answer.
Types of Writing
FSA ELA Test Information
5th grade reading- April 11th and 12th – computer based
They will have two days of 80 minute sessions. There
will be approx. 60 total test items.
▪ The test will include reading, language and listening
standards.
ELA Word Count
The length and complexity of texts should vary within each
grade level assessment. This table suggests an appropriate
word count range for a text or text set.
3. Provides a more authentic assessment.
2. Permits the measurement of higher order,
critical and analytical thinking.
1. Measures student’s educational gain and
progress on the New Florida Standards
What Does the FSA
Measure?
5. Gaps in progress can be identified and
addressed quickly – well before college and
career.
4. Teachers can deepen their understanding
of student progress from grade to grade
OWL TOOL KIT
Infographic layouts
using owls.
WHAT SKILLS WILL BE
ASSESSED?
3. How well students can
integrate information across
sources.
1. Whether students can read
and comprehend the big
ideas and key details of texts
of varying complexities.
2. The degree to which
students can determine why
the author purposefully used
words and phrases or
structured a text in a
particular way.
What Will the Test Look Like?
Editing Task
Hot Text Items
Multiple Choice
Multiselect Items
Open Response Items
Open Response Items
• A – Answer the question
• C – Cite Evidence from the text
• E – Explain and elaborate
Training Tests
Help familiarize with the
assessment question formats
and the computer-based
testing (CBT) delivery
system.
NOT designed to guide
classroom instruction in
content
Created for students to have
the opportunity to practice
the functionality and review
item types
FSA ELA Levels of Achievement
Level 3 or higher is a proficient (passing) score.
What can I do to support my child?
•
Review classroom assignments together
– have your child discuss and explain
what he/she had done in class that day
•
Have your child read a text, then write
and speak about the text to explain
what they read
•
Communicate with your child’s
teacher(s)
•
Use Istation daily
ELA Questions?
Websites/Resources
▪ http://www.fldoe.org/accountability/assessments/k-12-studentassessment/science.stml
▪ http://www.fsassessments.org/students-and-families/practice-tests/
▪ http://www.stlucie.k12.fl.us/curriculum/i_scope_seq_Grade5.htm
▪ www.tenmarks.com
▪ www.mobymax.com
▪ www.khanacademy.org
▪ www.fcatexplorer.com
▪ www.thinkcentral.com
▪ www.istation.com