The Smarter Balanced Assessment System utilizes computer based tests and performance tasks that allow students to show what they know and are able to do. It is based on the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for English language arts/literacy (ELA) and mathematics and has three components designed School districts will be using the American Institutes for Research (AIR) services to administer the South Dakota Smarter Balanced Assessment. Use this site to access resources and download the secure browser. Accessibility for all students is a core principle of Smarter Balanced. For students with special needs or those learning English, Smarter Balanced assessments have been designed so that any student can participate and demonstrate what they know in a way that can be accurately measured. Read more about accessibility and accommodations. SBAC Testing Tips; Student Informational Video; Keyboard Commands for Students; SBAC Practice Test Overview YouTube; Disabling Pop-up Blocker in Safari, Firefox, & Chrome; Teacher's CAASPP/SBAC Resources. Embedded tools in the SBAC Assessments; TA Reference Guide Links; Test Administrator Interface; SBAC Helpful Tutorial Videos Follow procedures for materials handling, test administration, test security and accommodations as outlined in the following documents • Test Coordinators Manual for the Smarter Balanced assessments • Test Administrator Manual for the Smarter Balanced assessments • Test Security Guidelines & Procedures • Testing Irregularity Report Form supports during assessment. The OAM is also supported by the Test Administration Manual. Oregon's online Statewide Assessments (i.e., Mathematics, ELA, Science, Social Sciences, and ELPA) contain embedded and non-embedded universal tools, designated supports, and accommodations (defined in Table 1 below). The Preliminary 2016-2017 Test Administration Manual contains all final policies for the 2016- 2017 Kindergarten Assessment administration. For all other