The Smarter Balanced Assessment test will replace DCAS in Nationwide in the 2014-2015 school year. Smarter Balanced Assessment is designed to mesh with the Common Core State Standards, a set of new, tougher academic expectations for students.
What does this mean for Nationwide students?
The test includes more interactive questions, as well as “performance tasks.” These will provide a better understanding of how well a student has mastered academic concepts. In addition, the main Smarter Balanced Assessment test is also administered once at the end of the year.
To learn more about the test, visit Smarter Balanced Assessment. In addition, resources are available at Smarter Balanced Resources.
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