Interim Assessment Blocks (IABs)
Compiled by Local District Northeast
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District Comprehensive Assessment Program IOC 2022-2023.07.21.22.docx.pdfDistrict Comprehensive Assessment Program 2022-2023
District Comprehensive Assessment Program 2022-2023
Important Reminders
Important Reminders
Testing Windows (Traditional Schedule)
FALL: September 12, 2022 - November 4, 2022
SPRING: January 17, 2023 - March 17, 2023
Attachment E identifies testing windows for schools on the 4x4 schedule.
Required IABs:
Grade 6-8: Read Informational Text
Grade 9: Listen/Interpret (Grade 11 FIAB)
Grade 10: Research (Grade 11 IAB)
Grade 11: Read Literary Text
Schools will administer the SAME IAB/FIAB in the Fall and Spring.
See pages 4-5 for additional guidance on IAB/FIAB administration.
1. Learn About Interim Assessments
1. Learn About Interim Assessments
english-language-artsliteracy-interim-assessment-blocks-fixed-form-blueprint.pdfPresents the specific IABs available by grade level, including the ICA and the Focused IABs.
Interim Assessment Overview
Interim Assessment Overview
Interim assessments are one component of the Smarter Balanced assessment system. These include the interim comprehensive assessments (ICAs), interim assessment blocks (IABs), and focused IABs.
View the Interim Assessments At-a-Glance and the Interim Assessment Overview to learn more.
interim-assessments-overview.pdfProvides an overview of the ICA, IABs, and Focused IABs.
2. View the Interim Assessments
2. View the Interim Assessments
CAASPP.quick-reference-guide-for-the-interim-assessment-viewing-system.2017.pdfFollow these simple instructions to view the interim assessments.
Unpacking the ELA IABs.pdfUse this document to analyze a specific interim assessment prior to administering the assessment.
3. Access Interim Assessment Data
3. Access Interim Assessment Data
Accessing IAB Data.pdfEvidence Analysis Protocol.pdfFollow these simple steps to access interim assessment data in the CA Educator Reporting System (CERS).
This document, adapted from Collective Efficacy, by Jenni Donohoo, provides a format for organizing conversations around data.
Video: Smarter Balance Reporting System
Video: Smarter Balance Reporting System
4. Plan Instruction
4. Plan Instruction
updated-connections-playlists.pdfUse playlists with interim assessment results to quickly pinpoint resources that support instruction.
Interim Connections Playlists
Interim Connections Playlists
Interim Connections Playlists support teaching and learning by using student performance on interim assessment blocks (IABs) to help identify instructional resources and next steps. With your Tools for Teachers account, you have access to these playlists.
Use playlists to:
Support Students
Plan Instruction
Take Action
Watch this short video to learn how to use the Smarter Balanced Interim Connections Playlists.
5. Discover More
5. Discover More
smarter-content-explorer.pdfSmarter Balanced Content Explorer
Smarter Balanced Content Explorer
Want to know more about the Smarter Balanced Assessment System? Explore the Smarter Balanced Content Explorer to learn how test items connect to academic standards and access the following:
Assessment blueprints
Accessibility guidelines
Scoring rubrics
And much more
Questions? Contact:
Hali Metelak, Secondary Literacy/ELA Coordinator, Local District Northeast, hali.metelak@lausd.net (818) 252-5439
Local District Northeast
Local District Northeast
Secondary Literacy/ELA
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