• Where can I get a copy of the ALTR Assessment manuals?

  ALTR Assessment Manuals are an essential component to using ALTR as they contain the visuals to be used for reference/prompting when administering tests. These mauals are available for each of the year groups for downloading on the links below so you can print it yourself or simply use it on your tablet or computer. Early Years Download: LINK Foundation Download: LINK (https://altr.com.au/wp-content/uploads/Popular

• How do I administer a test and record results?

  Administering tests using the ALTR platform is quick and easy and most tests should take less than 2 minutes per student. Here are some tips to help you test your students efficiently: Administer all tests for the 1 level at once before moving on to other levels. While your classroom will likely have students at different test levels, it is most efficient to work through 1 level and complete all students currently at that level before moving on to other test levels. To do this, in your DashbSome readers

• How do I use the Assessment Manual?

  The Assessment Manuals are an essential component to using ALTR as they contain the visuals to be used for reference/prompting when administering tests. These manuals are available HERE for each of the year groups and are setup to be used as follows: Introduction: This contains basic information about what's in the book and how to use it. Contents: Quick access to find the test you're about toSome readers

• Where can I view the full test schedule?

  To view the full test schedule: Login to your ALTR account and click on 'Settings' from the left-side menu. Click the 'Test schedules' tab up the top of the screen to see the full test schedule. It's also possible to see all tests, along with their instructions, Companion Handbook page numbers and other inFew readers

• Is it possible to skip a test?

  Some tests can be excluded from the schedule, while others can not. To exclude a test (if possible) from the schedule, a Principal/Deputy Principal user can login to their account and select 'Tests' and select the 'Exclusion' box next to the test they would like to exclude from the schedule. Once a test is marked as 'Exclude', it will be completely excluded from the test schedule and teachers will not even see the test details. NOTE: As mentioned, this functionality is only available for some tFew readers

• EY 1.1: Syllable Segmentation (phonological awareness)

  To administer this test, please refer to the instructions provided within ALTR and the corresponding page(s) in the Companion Handbook.Few readers

• When should I re-test a student who actually achieved a pass mark?

  In creating ALTR, we took on feedback not only from educators and specialists, but also from Principals and Teachers. In doing this, it became clear the ALTR platform needs to provide flexibility across a variety of scenarios and this is one of them. If a student achieves the necessary result to pass a test (e.g. 4/5) and proceed to the next level but has demonstrated some negative observations during the test, the teacher has discretion as to whether or not to mark the test as passed or re-tesFew readers

• What happens if a student keeps failing a test?

  Given the range in ability present in most classrooms, it's not uncommon to encounter students who will fail tests after repeated attempts - here is how this scenario is handled in ALTR: The student should undertake the test as per the standard schedule. If the student doesn't achieve a 'pass' mark on the test (or if they demonstrate negative observations which the teacher feels warrants the student taking the test again), the test will automatically be scheduled to be undertaken again atFew readers

• Who chooses the schedule for testing?

  Tests are scheduled automatically based on our professional recommendations of when tests should be undertaken. These dates can be modified by the Principal/Deputy Principal based on individual school requirements. e.g. Term 1 week 7 text could be moved to term 1 week 8 due to clashing with swimming lessons or a camp. As for which day tests should be scheduled, teacher's can change this at their discretion. To select which day your tests should be scheduled: Select 'Settings' from the left-sFew readers

• How can I view previous test results?

  To view previous test results, select the 'Students' section and select the student to view their profile and their previous test results, which you can click to view results in detail including individual responses to each question.Few readers