Test Series in DataDirector

A new feature has been introduced in DataDirector to simplify the reporting of some test results. The creation of two district Test Series aggregate the results of several similar exams (e.g., Literacy Benchmark exams in Grades 1-8) into a single data group so that multiple columns are not required for reporting. A test series also permits generating results for large groups (e.g., an entire school or group of schools) irrespective of grade levels for different exams. Data from a Test Series can be added when creating a custom report. The required steps are provided in the attached job aid. Experience creating custom reports is assumed. Help with Custom Reports is available in the job aid posted at: http://www.sandi.net/datadirector/readandlearn/jobaids/datadirector/DD_Create_Custom_Rep.pdf. Questions about including Test Series data in custom reports in DataDirector may be addressed to Ron Rode at rrode@sandi.net or 619-725-7190 or to Tressa Renee at trenee@sandi.net or 619-725-7201.

Benchmark Testing Dates for Literacy, Math & Science

Cumulative Literacy Benchmarks for TRADITIONAL Calendar Schools: January 20, 2009 - January 26, 2009 for schools on Traditional calendars (Grades 6-8). Materials were delivered via truck delivery during the week of January 5, 2009. Instructions for test site coordinators were included with the materials delivered to sites. For more information, please call 619-725-7148.

Cumulative Literacy Benchmarks for YEAR-ROUND Calendar Schools: February 2, 2009 - February 6, 2009 for schools on Year-Round calendars (Grades 6-8). Materials will be delivered via truck delivery during the week of January 19, 2009. Instructions for test site coordinators will be included with the materials delivered to sites. For more information, please call 619-725-7148.

Cumulative Mathematics Benchmarks for TRADITIONAL Calendar Schools: January 20, 2009 - January 26, 2009 for schools on Traditional calendars (Grades 1-8 and students enrolled in Algebra or Geometry at the senior high school level). Materials will be delivered via truck delivery during the week of January 12, 2009. Instructions for test site coordinators will be included with the materials delivered to sites. For more information, please call 619-725-7148.

Cumulative Mathematics Benchmarks for YEAR-ROUND Calendar Schools: February 2, 2009 - February 6, 2009 for schools on Year-Round calendars (Grades 1-8 and students enrolled in Algebra or Geometry at the senior high school level). Materials will be delivered via truck delivery during the week of January 19, 2009. Instructions for test site coordinators will be included with the materials delivered to sites. For more information, please call 619-725-7148.

Cumulative Science Benchmarks for TRADITIONAL Calendar Schools: February 23, 2009 - February 27, 2009 for schools on Traditional Calendars (Grades 3-5). Materials will be delivered via truck delivery during the week of February 2, 2009. Instructions for test site coordinators will be included with the materials delivered to sites. For more information, please call 619-725-7148.

New DataScanner Online Tutorial!

We've created the first in a series of Online Tutorials for DataScanner and DataDirector!

These Online Tutorials are animated mini-movies with audio narration that show users how to perform certain basic and advanced jobs in DataDirector and DataScanner.

This first tutorial, "Troubleshooting DataScanner", steps users through the process of diagnosing problems encountered while scanning answer sheets, and provides users with methods for resolving these issues.

This tutorial also includes information on where to get more help, and allows users to provide feedback about the tutorial.

You can run this tutorial by going to the E-Learning section of the DataDirector website. You can also follow the direct link below:

http://sandi.net/datadirector/elearning/troubleshooting/index.asp