CHANGES TO 2013 NY MATH TESTS, GR 3-8 • Mathematics Content emphases and Standard-level emphases (e.g. not all standards are recommended to receive the same amount of instructional time)
• Mathematics questions may assess multiple-standards simultaneously • Grade 3 and 4 Tests will have a shorter maximum testing time to complete than in the previous years • Revised Guidance on Mathematics Tools and Reference Sheets • Calculators will not be allowed in Book 1 of the Grade 6-8 Mathematics Tests. Calculators will be required in Books 2 and 3.