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Technology Readiness Overview
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Readiness Activities
Proctor Caching
TestNav 8 and Early Warning System
Support
Agenda
Mobile-ready
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Online indexing of materials
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Avocet
Mobile-ready
Email login required
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Convenient self-paced training
Transcript feature for tracking
Training Management System (TMS)
Mobile-ready
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Regularly updated
No login is required
TestNav 8 Support Site
*Specific roles may vary by district
http://actaspire.pearson.com/flowchart.html
TC role denoted in lower right hand corner
End to End Flow Chart
DPI will upload the SDU file this week
Proctor Caching
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Store a local encrypted copy
PreCache test content locally
Reduce ISP burden
Highly recommended due to benefits
Proctor Caching Overview
Use App Check to test connectivity
Can set up an upstream proxy, if needed
Requires a fixed internal IP address
Uses TCP Ports 80, 443, 4480, and 4481
ProctorCache Requirements
Requirements Windows Mac
Processor (minimum)
2 GHz x86/x32 and x64 Intel-based2.0 GHz
Memory (minimum / recommended)
2 GB / 4 GB RAM 2 GB / 4 GB RAM
Operating System Windows 7, 8, 10
Windows Server 2008, 2012
Mac OS X 10.9, 10.10, 10.11
macOS Sierra10.12
Proctor Caching Diagram
Proctor Caching Workflow
District Testing Coordinators receive invitation to ACT Aspire portal
District Testing Coordinators invite Technology Coordinators
Technology Coordinators create default proctor cache settings
District or School Testing Coordinators set up test sessions
Technology Coordinators verify test sessions direct to proctor caching machines
Technology Coordinators PreCache content
Install and Verify Proctor Caching
Uninstall Previous Versions of Proctor Caching
Start Proctor Caching
• Download the appropriate version at http://download.testnav.com
• Run the installer and start the proctor caching program, if necessary
Verify Service
• Use the ProctorCache Diagnostics page to verify the program is running
Download and Install New Version of Proctor Caching
Run App Check
• From a student workstation, verify ProctorCache is functional
Proctor Caching Diagnostics
Client Details displays details by computer
Displays clients by IP address connected to
TestNav
Test Details displays status of individual test items
Details about test content and caching status
Tests Clients
Set a custom password to refresh, reload, or purge
cached content
Settings
Verify Cached Content
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Content displayed at test and form levels
Able to Refresh or Purge selected content
Select a test name to view cached content by item
ProctorCache Default Password : t35t1n6
Tests Tab Status
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OK – Content is successfully cached
Not Loaded – Content is not cached
Waiting… – Content is waiting to be loaded
Loading… – Content is currently loading
Failed to load content – There was a failure to load content
MD5 Check Invalid – MD5 comparison could not be completed
MD5 Mismatch – MD5 comparison was completed but files did not match
Technology Readiness Overview
Any content with a red status should be reloaded
Clients Tab
Clients connected to TestNav listed by IP address
Select a computer name to view the details screen
Clients Tab Status
OK – Client is active
Idle – 5 to 30 minutes since client was active
Long Idle – 30 minutes to 12 hours since client was active
Clients are removed after 12 hours of inactivity
Settings Tab
Able to set a custom ProctorCache password
The default Proctor Cache Password: t35tn6
Default settings can be appliedto test sessions
TestNav will detect entered settings
No need to configure individual workstations
Manage Proctor Cache inthe Portal
Proctor Cache:Portal Overview
Manage Proctor Cache
Settings can be entered at district or school level
Enter default settings before PreCaching tests
Manage Proctor Cache, cont.
Enter a fixed IP address and port (4480) for the proctor caching machine
Check Status navigates to the ProctorCache Diagnostics page
Configuration Identifier can be used with App Check to check ProctorCache
PreCaching Tests
PreCache from the organization at which the proctor caching settings were created
Go to Organizations > PreCache Tests
Proctor Caching Test Sessions
Default settings can be applied to test sessions
Go to Organizations > Manage Test Sessions
ProctorCache System Requirements
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Technical Readiness Manual
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View Support TN
Additional Proctor Caching Resources
View Avocet
App Check for TestNav 8
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TestNav App Check Overview
Assists ACT Aspire Customer Service in troubleshooting, if necessary
Checks ProctorCache connection
Validates that the test device has basic connectivity and can launch TestNav in kiosk mode
App Check:
Accessing TestNav App Check
From the TestNav app, select App Check from the User menu
TestNav App Check Messages
Additional TestNav App Check Resources
Set Up and Use TestNav
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Technical Readiness Manual
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View Support TN
TestNav 8 and Early Warning System
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App Update (after 8/5/2017)
iPad 2 and 3 no longer compatible
http://download.testnav.com/
Downloading Apps:
TestNav System Requirements: Workstations
Updated System Requirements
Recommended: TestNav Desktop app
Specifications Windows Mac OS X Linux
Supported Devices
Desktops
Laptops
Tablets
Desktops
Laptops
Desktops
Laptops
Processor x86/x32 and x64
Intel-based™ x86/x32 and x64
Memory Recommended
4 GB RAM
Minimum
2 GB RAM
Recommended
4 GB RAM
Minimum
2 GB RAM
Recommended
2 GB RAM
Minimum
1 GB RAM
Minimum Screen Size
9.5-in 9.5-in 9.5-in
MinimumScreen Resolution
1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1024 x 768
Other • Windows RT tablets are not supported
• External keyboard and mouse (or touchpad) for touchscreen devices required
• Wired hardware is recommended
• Local File access to home directory
Local File access to home directory
Operating System
Windows 7, 8.1, 10
OS X 10.9, 10.10, 10.11macOS Sierra:10.12, 10.13
Linux Fedora 24 (64-bit)
Ubuntu 16.04 (64-bit)
Support ended for iOS 9
•iPad 2 and 3
•Chrome OS 50-56
Requirements increased to
•Minimum
• 1GB - iOS
• 2GB - OS X, Windows
•Recommended
• 2GB - iOS
• 4GB - OS X, Windows
TestNav Desktop app is recommended over browser-based testing
Browser-based Software Requirements and Dependencies
Firefox 52 ESR Operating Systems
Windows 7, 8.1, 10
Mac OS X 10.9, 10.10, 10.11
macOS Sierra 10.12, 10.13
Only Firefox 52 ESR (updated from ESR 45) is supported for browser-based testing
iOS 1GB / 2GB RAMChrome OS 2GB / 4GB RAM
Chrome OS 57 - 63
New memory requirements
Updated System Requirements
System Requirements: Chromebooks and iPads
No Java or browser requirements; students will use TestNav app
Cannot be used as a ProctorCache machine
Specifications iOS Chrome OS
Supported Devices
iPads Chromebooks
Chromeboxes
Processor any any
Memory Recommended
2 GB RAM
Minimum
1 GB RAM
Recommended
4 GB RAM
Minimum
2 GB RAM
Minimum Screen Size
9.5-in 9.5-in
MinimumScreen Resolution
1024 x 768 1024 x 768
Other External keyboard required
Wired hardware is recommended
Convertible Chromebooks can not be used in tablet mode
Operating System
iOS 10.2, 10.2.1, 10.3.1 – 10.3.3, 11.2.5
Chrome OS 57 - 63
iOS 10.2, 10.2.1, 10.3.1 - 10.3.3, 11.2.5
google-analytics.com (optional)
*.comodoca.com*.usertrust.com
*.pearsontestcontent.com*.thawte.com
*.tn.actaspire.org: 443*.tn.actaspire.org: 80
TestNav 8:Setup
Install and activate Java, validate system requirements
Install supported version
Desktop/Laptop, iPad, and Chromebook
Download installation package
Installable Firefox 52 ESR
Network Configuration
TestNav Installers:ACT Aspire Landing Page
Installers for Desktop, iPad, and Chromebook at http://actaspire.pearson.com
Chromebooks: Setup Overview
• Can be performed simultaneously on all Chromebooks in your domain
• Two main steps to complete:• Install TestNav 8 App and set it
to run as a Kiosk App
• Preserve local data on Chromebook to retain SRF and log files on the device
• Steps have to be performed on each Chromebook
• Requires access to the administrator / owner account for device• Device will be backed up to
cloud storage and wiped if you do not have access to the administrator account for the device
Managed Chromebooks Unmanaged
Chromebooks
iPads: Setup Overview
Delete any previously established TestNav restrictions from iPads
Search for the Assessments Overview on the Apple Education website (https://www.apple.com/education/it/) for details
Download and install the new TestNav for iPads app
When the TestNav app is started, it displays the Enable Microphone Permission prompt; you must click or tap OK to
grant permission
After the student logs into TestNav, a Confirm App Self Lock prompt will display; click or tap Yes to proceed with testing
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TestNav is the secure student testing application
Accessing TestNav 8
TestNav App:Customer Selection
Customer selection screen displays upon initial launch of the TestNav apps
Dry run for technology management
Low stakes environment
Infrastructure Trial
Practice setting up Proctor Cache
Contact Customer Support Center if you want to participate
855.730.0400
IM software
Screen savers
Anti-virus software
Power management software
E-mail message notification
Disable Automatic Applications
Student Sandbox (TestNav Tutorial)
Go to ACT Aspire Landing Page > Exemplars
Interact with TestNav functionality prior to testing
Test question booklets provide overview and concepts
Writing contains rubrics and samples at each score point
Online samples of test questions
Requires grade and subject specific login
Student Sandbox (Exemplars)
The Early Warning System (EWS) is integrated functionality in TestNav that provides additional fail-safes in the event of unexpected network
disruptions during computer-based testing.
Early Warning System (EWS)
Saved Response File (SRF)
EWS writes continuously in the background to the saved response file (SRF).
A combination of the student authorization letter and the test session is used to uniquely identify an SRF.
The SRF has a response data threshold that, once reached, triggers TestNav to send response data to Pearson servers.
Uploading of response data is continuous. If an upload to the Pearson servers fails, student responses continue to be saved locally while TestNav cycles and attempts another upload.
If the response data upload is successful, TestNav creates a new empty SRF and begins the process again. TestNav only deletes an SRF once it is successfully uploaded to the Pearson servers.
TestNav can identify the correct SRF if a test is successfully resumed.
Only the SRF from the student’s last test attempt can be used when the student resumes a test.
Early Warning System:Scenarios
TestNav determines that the Saved Response File locationis not viable.
Results in an immediate notification
TestNav is unable to download portions of the test.
Results in an immediate notification
TestNav is unable to upload student responses to Pearson.
Results in a notification only if the student attempts toExit or Submit the test
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Early Warning System:Notification
Students should:
• ALWAYS raise their hand when presented with any error screens
• NEVER click the button themselves
Interruptions will stop the timer, and resume when the student logs in.
Note: It may be necessary to contact your local Technology Coordinator to determine the appropriate course of action.
TestNav 8 Overview
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Set Up TestNav
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TestNav Error Codes
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View Support TN
Additional TestNav Resources
View TMS
View Support TN
Questions?
• Please complete this survey with your organization's information. Our team will use the information you provide to assess your organization's technology readiness.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd9Ac4ClnIQ2hwwvgO_GdBbYFQ4e4JhS6nyOo3fW-UfpmGByA/viewform
Contact ACT Aspire
For Technical questions or concerns contact us at:
ACT Aspire Customer Support
1.855.730.0400
Thank You!