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New Test Keys

TEKScore
eLearning:

Header Tab


From the top navigation bar in TEKScore, click Test Key and New.


The first screen is known as the Header tab and it establishes the base settings for all test keys.


  • SubjectGradeVersion, and Language  – establish a short name for each test (ex: MA.04.099E).

  • Click the Preview icon to see version numbers already used by someone in your school for that subject and grade level. Up to 999 versions are available for each subject area and grade for online testing.

  • Date – enter the approximate date the test will be given to students.

  • Description – Enter the name of the test or something that will help you find it in the future. This can include a Teacher’s name, Unit number, etc.

  • Passing Standard  defaults to 70%.

  • Answer Choices – Select 3, 4, or 5 answer choices. This is primarily for legacy Plain Paper documents with only multiple-choice response types. 

  • Editors – This area is optional and allows other users to edit the test key. The drop-down contains pre-made groups that were identified by someone at your school. New groups and individuals can be added from the Editor tab of the test key.


Content Tab

Use the Content tab to attach standards for data analysis. This includes all content areas for which Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills exist.


  • Select Subject(s) to populate a list of Courses (including AP) and then choose Course(s).

  • This information is used to populate the appropriate SEs and Reporting Categories on the Key tab. 

  • Select one or more courses for any test key.

  • Subjects/Courses that were saved are displayed at the bottom of the screen. 

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