The definition of the non-embedded color contrast with print-on-demand designated support has been updated to specify that the test administrator or test examiner prints the needed test content in the requested color.
The definition of the non-embedded amplification designated support has been amended to remove noise buffers and white noise machines.
The definition of the non-embedded medical supports designated support has been updated to mention “Bluetooth hearing aids.”
Assignment of the non-embedded print-on-demand accommodation can be made by a site or LEA coordinator without first having to contact an LEA Success Agent.
CAASPP
Word prediction has been added as an embedded accommodation for the Smarter Balanced for ELA and mathematics and CAST assessments.
A non-embedded printed copy of the Smarter Balanced for ELA and mathematics oral test directions in English, created by Smarter Balanced, has been added as a designated support that may be provided to a student.
Non-embedded translated test directions in ASL for the Smarter Balanced for ELA and mathematics has been added as a designated support that may be provided to a student.
The embedded Spanish stacked–dual language translation designated support has been updated to be activated using a toggle mode. A student can now toggle between English and Spanish for the Smarter Balanced for Mathematics assessment. The resource continues to appear as a stacked translation for CAST.
Spell check has been added as an embedded universal tool for the CSA.
ELPAC
The definition of the non-embedded highlighter universal tool has been updated to include test examiner assistance for K–2 students.
The definition of the embedded strikethrough universal tool has been updated to include test examiner assistance for K–2 students and to extend its range of grade levels to include grade two.
The definition of the embedded line reader universal tool extends its range of grade levels to include grade two.
Practice and Training Test Website
The Practice and Training Test website has been updated to include two visual assistance resources for the site itself: color contrast and zoom.
