Evaluation Form for the New York State Elementary-level (Grade 5) Science Test (nysed.gov)

For Teacher Use Only

The Commissioner of Education invites the cooperation of teachers in evaluating the science test listed above. The questions on the test were written by classroom teachers and science educators. The development process included field testing on representative groups of students, assembly of the tests by committees of classroom teachers, and review by committees of educators.

Suggestions from teachers provide an important contribution to the test development program. May we ask your assistance in evaluating the science test administered in your school? A number of specific questions are asked below. Your judgment on each of these points would be appreciated. Please be as specific as possible.
1.Teacher's Name
2.Teacher's Email
3.School's Name
4.City or Post Office
5.APPROPRIATENESS - Does the test provide a useful means for identifying students who need academic intervention services in science?
6.CONTENT - Were the test questions generally appropriate in content and in difficulty?
7.DIRECTIONS - Were the directions clear and simple for students to follow?
8.FORMAT - Was the format of the test satisfactory in terms of types of questions (1-credit multiple-choice questions and 1-credit constructed-response questions including Technology Enhanced Items)?
9.ADMINISTRATION - Were the directions for administering the test appropriate and useful?
10.TIME - Was the suggested time allowance for the administration of the test reasonable and appropriate?
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