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Online Training Test Support Document

An Online Training Test Support document is now available for the Washington Comprehensive Assessment of Science (WCAS) Training Tests. The document includes information about accessing the training tests, descriptions of ways to practice using the tools for each item type, and an answer key and other information for each question.

The Training Tests are available on the WCAP Portal.

The assessment development office is hosting a webinar to support the release of the Training Tests. The webinar will be recorded for viewing later if needed and will be available through your district test coordinator.

Title: How to Work with the WCAS Training Tests
Date/Time: Wednesday, January 10, 3:30-5:00 p.m.
Description: Walk through the new science training tests and learn important information for teachers and students to focus on as they use the training tests.

January 10th Registration

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