The Move to Online State Testing
Online testing in Washington began in spring 2010. The Measurements of
Student Progress (MSP) was offered in grades 6-8 in reading and math. In
spring 2011, reading and math was added in grades 4 and 5, and science
in grades 5 and 8. In spring 2012, students in grade 3 will be able to
take reading and math via computer.
OSPI is conducting feasibility studies for online testing in high school. A
decision to begin online testing in high schools will be made at a later date.
The testing window for online testing in spring 2012 is
April 25 through June
1.
The window is larger for online testing so schools can ensure all students will
have a testing opportunity in the classroom or the computer lab. Please check
with your specific school to see if they are participating in online testing.
Beginning in January, students can download a demo at home to become more
familiar with the online testing system. Online tutorials will be available in
January. Visit
www.WAtesting.com/online for more information.
Washington has joined a growing number of states that have moved to online
testing. By spring 2012, it’s expected a majority of students in grades 4-8 will
take the MSP online instead of the traditional paper-and-pencil format.
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