HPS Test Security

What is Test Security?

• Preserves the integrity of all test content, ensuring test results are meaningful, valid, and reliable

• Maintains strict adherence to instructions and procedures contained in the TA manuals and resources

• Ensures fair and equal testing for all students

• All of the above.

Which of the following relate to serious irregularities?

• Constitute severe violations of test security or confidentiality

• Must be reported to TEA as soon as the district testing coordinator is made aware of a possible or confirmed violation

• A student was administered an incorrect test (e.g., wrong grade level, wrong language, wrong version)

• Will result in the individual(s) responsible being referred to the TEA Educator Certification and Standards Division for disciplinary action

Which of the following are secure testing materials? Check all that apply.

• Student Test Tickets

• Used Reference Material

• Unused Scratch paper

• Online Assessments

Which of the following are serious testing irregularities?

• Falsifying holistic ratings or student responses

• • Duplicating, recording, or electronically capturing confidential test content unless specifically authorized by TEA

  • Responding to secure test questions

• Falsifying holistic ratings or student responses

• The district failed to properly account for all eligible testers.

Which of the following are possible consequences for serious violations?

• After school detention

• Suspension or cancelation of a certificate;

• RP Points

• Issuance of a reprimand