pssa overview · 2008. 11. 10. · pssa - math use the test booklet as a workbook. when finished...
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PSSA Overview
Be prepared
Get a good night sleepsleepEat breakfast Bring a calculatorBring a calculatorBring 2 Number 2 pencilspencils
?Where will I be?
Students will be grouped alphabetically Approximately 8 t d tstudents per room
English teachers illwill go over room
number assignmentsassignments
Day 1
Section 1MathematicsMathematics
65-80 MinutesSection 2
ReadingReading70-85 Minutes
Day 2
Section 1Mathematics
65-80 MinutesSection 2
Reading60-75 Minutes60 75 Minutes
Day 3
Section 1MathematicsMathematics
55-70 Minutes
S ti 2Section 2Readingg
65-80 Minutes
Times
Arrival 7:30 AMTest ends atTest ends at 10:20 AMExtended timeExtended time available for all studentsstudents Transportation
ill b id dwill be provided
Make-Up Dates
Your attendance is importantpIf you are absent make up day willmake up day will be Friday, March 1616
Rewards
Jr class lunch on Friday, March 16th16th
Back to School B bBarbequeSpecial Raffle
General Test TakingGeneral Test Taking Strategies
fBefore the Test
Get a good night’s sleep.E t b l dEat a balanced breakfast.Have everythingHave everything you need for the test ready.
PencilsCalculator
During the TestRead all directions carefullyRead all directions carefully.
U d li k d i th tiUnderline key words in the questions.
Use process of elimination to choose correct answer.
During the Test
On the PSSA, never leave a question blank, make an educated guess! , g
Check your answer sheet regularly toCheck your answer sheet regularly to make sure you’re answering the right questionquestion.
During the Test
Before you solve each problem, ask yourself: What is the question asking? y q gHow do I know? Be sure to answer the question that is being asked.q g
Check that your answers make senseCheck that your answers make sense.
During the Test
Keep answer sheet neat.Fill in bubbles completelyFill in bubbles completely No stray marks
Skip questions you don’t know andSkip questions you don t know and move on to those you can answer.Mark each question that you don’tMark each question that you don’t answer so you can return to it later.
C fFeeling Confident
Think positively. Negative thoughts will distract you from doing your bestbest.Stay focused. Think only aboutThink only about the question you are trying to a e y g oanswer.
C fFeeling Confident
Concentrate on your own progress. Don’t pay attention to what others in the room are doingthe room are doing or how quickly they may be workingmay be working.
Test Taking Strategies
Math SpecificMath Specific
Test Taking Strategies PSSA - Math
Know the Formula Sheet – be familiar with the formulaswith the formulas and the variables.
Test Taking Strategies SSPSSA - Math
The directions from the practice test are the same onare the same on the PSSA. Read them carefully.y
Code your problems. (Not sure, re-visit problem)problem)
Test Taking Strategies SSPSSA - Math
Know your calculator. See your math teacher about signing one out for the testout for the test.
Test Taking Strategies PSSA - Math
Use the test booklet as a workbook.
When finished the test, go back and check your work from the verycheck your work from the very beginning. (Use an alternative method when possible)when possible).
Test Taking Strategies SSPSSA - Math
Answer EVERY problem. Rule out choices when possible but guess as a last resortas a last resort.
R d th tiRead the questions AND the answers.
Test Taking Strategies PSSA - Math
Work backwards if you cannot solve the problem directly. (Guess & Check)Check where you are on your answer sheet regularly.Open endedCommon mistakesStay focused.Stay calmStay calm.
PSSA ReadinggAre you up to the challenge?
Test Dates
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday March 13, 14, and 15March 13, 14, and 15
Each day you will complete a reading and math sectionand math section.
OOrganization Day 1 ReadingDay 1- Reading
3 Passages 23 multiple choice questions2 open ended questions
Day 2- Reading2 passages2 passages 16 multiple choice questions2 open ended
Day 3 ReadingDay 3- Reading2 passages 17 multiple choice questions2 open ended
fTypes of Passages
FictionFictional Stories
Non-FictionInformational
PoemsStory elements Point of view
Autobiography/BiographyEditorial/ Essay Practical/How to/
Literary Term Advertisement Main ideaSupporting detailsSuppo t g deta sCause/ Effect
Prepare
Bring # 2 pencils.Bring a highlighter.g g g
You may highlight, underline, or make notes in the test booklet.
No dictionaries or thesaurus allowed. You will be provided with scratch ppaper. Review literary terms, know the ydefinitions!
Testing Day
Know what your purpose is.
Read the questions before you read the passage. p g
Make active reading marks to keepMake active reading marks to keep yourself focused on the story.
Testing Day
When choosing an answer, read all the choices first and then decide on the correct answer.
Go back to the passage and find your answer.
Completely fill in your bubbles.p y y
Testing Strategies
Remember you usually can eliminate two answers. Always guess if you don’t know the answerLook for BOLD or italicized words. Look for k d lik t b t t lik lkey words like –not, one, best, most likely, main, fact and opinion The answer to the question may appear inThe answer to the question may appear in another question on the test.
f QTypes of Questions
Right ThereThink and SearchThink and Search Author and MEM t k i f ti iMust know some information going into the test
O QOpen Ended Questions
Scored on the 3 point rubric Answer in DETAIL the questionsAnswer, in DETAIL, the questions being asked!MUST include examples found in theMUST include examples found in the passage to support your answer.Add l “ l lif ” tiAdd a personal or “real-life” connection where appropriate.
Extended Time
Once you complete a reading section you may not go back to work on it.y y gExtra time is available each day after testingtestingIf you are not finished, TAKE ADVANTAGE OF ITADVANTAGE OF ITDon’t let this happen to you….
To sum it up
Take your timeDon’t rush to be the first one done
Really think about the answersDon’t get distracted, no mp3 playersGo back and check your workDo your best
To sum it up
To do our personal best so we have more students meet proficiency on the PSSAthe PSSA.
Extra Help
If needed, summer and/or after school program in the senior year to increase skills.PSSA retest in OctoberPSSA retest in October
Must be accomplished in order to receive a diploma.to receive a diploma.
Don’t Forget: Rewards
Jr class lunch on Friday, March 16th16th
Back to School B bBarbequeSpecial Raffle