Students are strongly encouraged to take some time to complete the OSSLT practice test on their own time so that they are familiar with the types of questions being asked as well as the language used on the test. The link above will bring the user to an example of the digital test (images are seen below).

On the day of the test, students will see an exact replica of what they find on the practice test, but with different reading passages and questions.

It is important to note that the practice test also outlines the general directions that students will need to know for the day of the test.

Support materials are available for all students once they log in to the online OSSLT. A set of accessibility tools, located in the student toolbar, are available for every student taking the OSSLT. The above link will and include the following tools:

• A help menu

• A text-to-speech function that reads the text on the screen out loud

• Zoom in and zoom out capabilities

• A line reader that helps students focus on one line of text at a time

• A high-contrast view

• Annotation tools and rough notes

All students will also have access to virtual breathing exercises, reminders of test-taking strategies and a minds-on activity to help them as they launch into the modernized OSSLT. School administrators and teachers can create a plan for any students who require the following:

• Additional time

• A quiet, individual and/or small group setting

• Preferential seating

• Prompts (for students who are off task)