The code definitions below are for the Test Accessibility Options and ELL IDEA/504 tab of the ELL Worksheet.
Type |
Group Code |
Accommodation (Domain) | Comments |
| ACCESS for ELLs 2.0 Accommodations | |||
| Presentation | BR |
Braille version of test - Paper Only (Contracted) (R, W) | Former “BR - Braille edition of assessment” |
BR |
Braille version of test - Paper Only (Uncontracted) (R, W) | Former “BR - Braille edition of assessment” | |
IH |
Read aloud test items by human reader - Paper Only (L, W, S) | ||
LH |
Read aloud Listening test response options by human reader (L) | ||
LP |
Large print version of test - Paper Only (L, R, W, S) | Former “LP-Large Print (L, R, W, S)” | |
MC |
Manual control of item audio (L, W, S) | ||
RA |
Repeat item audio (L, W, S) | ||
RI |
Repeat test items by human reader - Paper Only (L, W, S) | ||
RL |
Repeat Listening test item response options by human reader (L) | ||
SD |
Interpreter signs test directions in ASL (L, R, W, S) | Former “TD - Sign directions to students (L, R, W, S)” | |
| Response | AC |
Student responds orally using external augmentative and/or alternative communication device or software (L, R, W) | |
AT |
Student uses assistive technology to respond to test items (L, R, W, S) | ||
BW |
Student responds using a braille writer or braille notetaker - Paper Only (R, W) | ||
RD |
Student responds using a recording device, which is played back and transcribed by student (R, W) | ||
SR |
Scribed response (L, R, W) | Former “SB - Scribes: all student responses must be transcribed verbatim, including spelling, punctuation, and paragraph breaks (L, R, W) and OA - Answer orally, point to answer (L, R).” | |
WD |
Word processor or similar keyboarding device to respond to test items (L, R, W) | Former “CA - Computer, word processor, or similar assistive device (spell check, grammar check, and dictionary/thesaurus must be turned off) (W)” | |
| Test Environment/Setting | NS |
Test may be administered by school personnel in non-school setting (L, R, W, S) | |
| Timing/Scheduling | EM |
Extended testing of a test domain over multiple days (L, R, W, S) | Former “TS - Extended testing sessions over multiple days (L, R, W)” |
ES |
Extended Speaking test response time (S) | ||
ET |
Extended testing time within the school day (L, R, W, S) | Former “TS - Extended testing time within same school day (L, R, W, S)” | |
Type |
Group Code |
Accommodation (Domain) |
| Former ACCESS for ELLs Accommodations (for reference only) | ||
| Test Directions | TD |
Explanation of directions in English and/or native language (L, R, W, S) |
TD |
Repeat directions (L, R, W, S) | |
TD |
Sign directions to students (L, R, W, S) | |
TD |
Translation of directions into native language (L, R, W, S) | |
TD |
Use directions that have been marked by teacher (L, R, W) | |
| Presentation Format | AA |
Audio amplification device or noise buffer (L, R, W, S) |
HI |
Use of highlighters (yellow only) by student, in test booklet text only; must not be used in answer area (L, R, W) | |
LP |
Large Print (L, R, W, S) | |
LV |
Low vision aids or magnification device (L, R, W, S) | |
PF |
Oral reading of test in English (W) | |
PF |
Student reads questions or responses aloud and records with tape recorder (R) | |
PF |
Student reads questions or responses aloud to self (L, R, W) | |
PF |
Student reads questions or responses aloud to self (L, R, W) | |
PF |
Use of marker to maintain place (L, R, W) | |
| Setting Format | SF |
By trained school personnel in non-school setting (e.g., home or hospital) (L, R, W, S) |
SF |
In space with special acoustics (L, R, W, S) | |
SF |
In space with special lighting (L, R, W, S) | |
SF |
In study carrel (L, R, W, S) | |
SF |
With equipment or technology that the student uses for other tests and school work (e.g., pencils adapted in size or grip, slant board or wedge) (L, R, W, S) | |
SF |
With preferential seating (L, R, W, S) | |
SF |
With special furniture for student (L, R, W, S) | |
| Timing/Schedule | TS |
Extended testing sessions over multiple days (L, R, W) |
TS
|
Extended testing time within same school day (L, R, W, S) | |
TS
|
More breaks as needed by student (L, R, W, S) | |
TS
|
Short-segment testing (refers to administration of very brief sections of the test at a time, such as three or four items related to a common theme) (L, R, W, S) | |
| Response Format | CA |
Computer, word processor, or similar assistive device (spell check, grammar check, and dictionary/thesaurus must be turned off) (W) |
OA |
Answer orally, point to answer (L, R) | |
SB |
Scribes: all student responses must be transcribed verbatim, including spelling, punctuation, and paragraph breaks (L, R, W) | |
| Other Test Administration Considerations for All Students | -- |
Administer practice test or examples before the administration date of the assessment (L, R, W, S) |
-- |
Provide verbal praise or tangible reinforcement to increase motivation (L, R, W, S) | |
SF |
Administer the test in a separate room (L, R, W, S) | |
SF |
Administer the test in a small group (L, R, W, S) | |
SF |
Administer the test to students individually (L, R, W, S) | |
SF |
Be school personnel familiar to student (L, R, W, S) | |
SF |
Be special education personnel (L, R, W, S) | |
| Other Accommodations Not Recommended by the WIDA Consortium at this Time | BR |
Braille edition of assessment |
Testing Domains Legend
L = Listening
R = Reading
W = Writing
S = Speaking
For ACCESS for ELLs 2.0 Accommodations Descriptions and Guidelines, login at: https://www.wida.us/ACCESSTraining/paper/