InnerOrbit provides NGSS-based assessments and supports various state-specific science standards. This article explores how to find state-specific questions, NGSS-based states, and InnerOrbit’s future plans for state-aligned assessments.
What This Help Article Covers:
🗽 New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS)
InnerOrbit includes New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS) in the search feature, allowing educators to explore phenomena, questions, and assessments relevant to these standards.
How to Find NYSSLS-Based Questions
Navigate to the "Build" tab in your InnerOrbit dashboard.
Search for NYSSLS Standards
Type "NY" into the search bar.
A list of NYSSLS will appear.
Select a Standard
Click on the specific NYSSLS standard you are searching for.
Choose from available phenomena, questions, or pre-made assessments.
Choose Your Questions
Assign All Questions → Click the green "Assign All Questions" button.
Select Specific Questions → Click "Add to Quiz" to customize.
Title and Save Your Assessment
Give your assessment a title and click "Save".
Access Your Assessment in the Library Tab
🌉 California High School Three-Course Model
InnerOrbit includes assessment questions and pre-made assessments that correspond with the California High School Three-Course Model.
How to Find Questions for the California Three-Course Model
Navigate to the "Build" tab in your InnerOrbit dashboard.
Select the "High School" Browse Tile
Click on "High School" to filter relevant content.
Choose the "California 3-Course (Integrated)" Browse Tile
Select this tile to explore California’s integrated high school science standards.
Select the Course Browse Tile
Click on the specific course you need (Physics in the Universe, Living Earth, or Chemistry in the Earth System).
Find the Standard and View Available Content
Select the standard group, specific standard, and explore available questions & phenomena.
Choose from available phenomena, questions, or pre-made assessments.
Choose Your Questions
Assign All Questions → Click the green "Assign All Questions" button.
Select Specific Questions → Click "Add to Quiz" to customize.
Title and Save Your Assessment
Give your assessment a title and click "Save".
Access Your Assessment in the Library Tab
🔬 States with NGSS-Aligned Standards
Many states have developed NGSS-aligned science standards, though some vary slightly in structure or naming conventions.
What You Need to Know:
Most NGSS states follow a similar framework, making InnerOrbit assessments broadly applicable.
Some states use different terminology or formatting, but InnerOrbit’s assessments still align with the intent of NGSS.
📌 Example:
Oklahoma uses grade-specific labels instead of grade bands and has minor variations in Science and Engineering Practices (SEPs).
To view a side-by-side comparison of Oklahoma’s Standards and NGSS, click here.
📖 State Science Test Prep Resources
As you consider how InnerOrbit can support your state's science standards, you may also be wondering how to fine-tune assessment data to reflect your state’s science test expectations or how to effectively prepare students for your state's science test. Below are key resources to help:
Adjust Cut Scores for State Science Proficiency Levels – Learn how to customize InnerOrbit cut scores to better reflect your state’s science test proficiency levels.
Strategies for Preparing Students for the State Science Test – Discover best practices for reinforcing 3D learning, building stamina, and using assessment data to guide test prep.
InnerOrbit Alignment with State Test Results – Learn more about a 2025 study comparing InnerOrbit summative assessment scores with NGSS State Test proficiency levels.
🔮 Future Development of State-Aligned Assessments
At this time, InnerOrbit is focused on expanding NGSS-aligned assessments and is not currently developing additional state-specific assessments.
Current Customers: If you have questions about how InnerOrbit aligns with your state’s standards, please reach out to your account manager.
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