measured progress ©2013 1 mecas online science 2014 technology coordinator training module

Measured Progress ©2013

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MeCAS Online Science 2014

Technology Coordinator Training Module


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Training Topics

Help Desk Information About the MeCAS Online Science Pilot and Operational

Tests Technology Coordinator Responsibilities Training and Administration Materials iTest System Components – DAS iTest System Components – PTW iTest System Components – STW Downloading and Installing the STW Technical Requirements Starting the STW Test Session Basics


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Help Desk Information

Maine Service CenterFor questions about the MeCAS Online Science administrations, contact:

Phone: 1-866-615-2745 Email Address: [email protected] Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday, 8 A.M. to 4 P.M.

Measured Progress Technical Product SupportFor questions relating to the iTest software or for any technical issues, contact:

Phone: 1-888-465-2740 Email address: [email protected] Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday, 7 A.M. to 5 P.M.


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About the MeCAS Online Science Tests

The intent of the pilot is to: Test the online system in your school Train staff on the iTest online systemQualify your school for operational testing

Test Windows

Test SessionsPilots: 1 session eachOperational High School: 3 sessionsOperational Grade 8: 4 sessions

Name of Test Grades DAS Open and Pilot Test Available

DAS Open and Operational Test

AvailableMeCAS Online Science Pilot Tests

Grade 8 and High School

January 27 - February 14, 2014 NA

MeCAS Online Science Test High School March 17 - March 21, 2014 March 24 - April 4, 2014

MeCAS Online Science Test Grade 8 April 28 - May 2, 2014 May 5 - 16, 2014


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Technology Coordinator Responsibilities

Confirm all test specifications have been met for all computers to be used during test administration.

Install the Student Test Workstation (STW) onto each student computer that will be used for testing.

Utilize the training materials to learn about the system and how the workstations interact.

Confirm the Proctor Test Workstations (PTWs) have wired connections and there is one PTW per test administrator per classroom.

Just prior to testing, assist with opening Student Test Workstations (STWs) on the student laptops.

Assist the Test Coordinator and Test Administrator with technological issues during testing.


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Training and Administration Materials

Go to iservices.measuredprogress.org, select ‘Maine’ from the drop-down menu and click ‘Enter,’ click on ‘Online Science Materials,’ then click on ‘MeCAS Online Science Materials’ to access:

Technical Requirements User Guide Quick Start and Quick Reference Guides Online Test Administration Manuals Test Coordinator Training Module Technology Coordinator Training Module Test Administrator Training Module STW/PTW Interaction Video Student Training Module

These materials will also be available from the Data Administration System (DAS) during the science test administrations windows.


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iTest System Components

Three web-based components:Data Administration System (DAS)

http://mecas.measuredprogress.org/das/ Used by Test Coordinator to manage test administrator accounts

and student rosters and to access Test Status reportsProctor Test Workstation (PTW)

http://mecas.measuredprogress.org/tds/proctor Used by Test Administrators to manage administering tests to

studentsStudent Test Workstation (STW)

Software used by students to take the test Must be installed on each student computer used for

testingNOTE: Installers are available on http://iservices.measuredprogress.org

for Microsoft Windows and 2012 or previous MLTI Macintosh laptops. 2013 MLTI Macintosh laptop users should access the installer through the Casper Self Service Suite.


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iTest System Components – DAS

Data Administration System (DAS):Accessible at URL: http://mecas.measuredprogress.org/das

Requires a login – Test Coordinator / Test Administrator (login information is sent to the school principal)

Manage staff data – Test Administrator accounts are manually added by the Test Coordinator

Manage student data – students are loaded by MeCAS for each school but can also be manually added or removed

Print Student Login Tickets

Access Test Status Report

Access documentation and other resources during test administration windows


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iTest System Components – PTW

Proctor Test Workstation (PTW):Accessible at URL: http://mecas.measuredprogress.org/tds/proctor

Requires a login – created by the Test Coordinator in the Data Administration System (DAS)

Used to open, close, pause, and monitor tests and test sessions

One PTW must be open in each classroom during testing

The PTW should be a wired (not wireless) machine during testing as disconnection or lapse in connection of the PTW will also disconnect students from the test


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iTest System Components – STW

Student Test Workstation (STW) software:STW creates “Kiosk” mode – Students cannot access other applicationsMust be installed on each student computer used for testingNOTE: Installers are available on http://iservices.measuredprogress.org for Microsoft Windows and 2012 or previous MLTI Macintosh laptops. 2013 MLTI Macintosh laptop users should access the installer through the Casper Self Service Suite.Browser-based softwareUses Firefox Portable Kiosk (FPK)NOTE: Installed as part of STW.Requires opening of the STW kiosk to bring students to the student login pageRequires a student login – Student Login Tickets are created within the Data Administration System (DAS)Students enter the Test Access Code provided by the proctor to access the tests


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Downloading the STW

To download the STW from Measured Progress iServices:

Go to: http://iservices.measuredprogress.org

From the contract drop-down menu, select ‘Maine’ and click ‘Enter’

On the next screen, click the ‘Online Science Materials’ button

On the next screen, click the ‘MeCAS Online Science Materials’ link

Click the ‘Technology’ button

Save this page to your Favorites or Bookmarks if desired


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The Technology page is also accessible from the DAS home page during the test windows

In order to access the DAS, a Technology Coordinator must have a Test Administrator account created by the principal or test coordinator at the school

The Technology page is always available via iServices

Downloading the STW


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From the Technology page, download the STW files and instructions for Windows or Macintosh

NOTE: Schools using 2012 or previous MLTI laptops can use the installers on the Technology page. Schools using 2013 MLTI laptops should access the STW installer through the Casper Self Service Suite.

Downloading the STW


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WindowsThe STW is packaged within an .MSI (Microsoft Installer) package

The applications can be downloaded once and then distributed to computers within a computer lab or media center:

Download the .MSI to a shared drive; push to student computers and run through the installation dialog

USB flash drives, if only downloading to a few computers

If desired, the .MSI can be pushed to student computers as silent or unattended installs – please refer to the installation guide

Installing the STW – Windows


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MacintoshThe STW is packaged for both single installations and for distribution via ARD (recommended)

The installation creates a user profile on the Macintosh computer

If not using ARD, the applications can be downloaded once, and then distributed to computers within a computer lab or media center:

Shared drives or intranet sites

USB flash drives, if only downloading to a few computers

NOTE: Schools using 2012 or previous MLTI laptops can use the installers on the Technology page. Schools using 2013 MLTI laptops should access the STW installer through the Casper Self Service Suite.

Installing the STW – Macintosh


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Installing the STW – Casper Suite

Please call the Apple Help Desk at:

1-800-919-2775 code: 4MLTI (46584)


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Technical Requirements

Network-level technical requirements:Proxies, firewalls, or other internet content filtering devices or packages must allow access to the measuredprogress.org domain for any computers accessing the DAS, PTW, or STW

IP address of Measured Progress web server: 64.140.199.50

SSL must be enabled (port 80 and 443)


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Technical Requirements – DAS or PTW

Technical requirements for computers accessing the DAS or PTW:Macintosh: OS 10.5.8, 10.6.8, 10.7.5, 10.8.4

Macintosh browser: Safari 5 or 6, or Firefox 17 ESR

Maine MLTI computers are certified (MLTI III 2012)

Macintosh Note: Not yet certified to run the PTW or DAS from iPads

Windows: XP SP3, Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1

Windows browser: IE 7, 8, 9, 10 or Firefox 17 ESR


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Technical Requirements – STW

Technical requirements for student computers (STW):Maine MLTI computers are certified (MLTI III 2012)

Macintosh browser: None required – FPK installed as part of STW

Macintosh Note: Not yet certified to run the STW from iPads

General: 1 GB or greater; 2 GB or greater for some configurations and 64-bit operating systems

NOTE: Please refer to the Technical Requirements document for full details


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Starting the STW

Open the student kiosks to display the student login page by completing the following:

For students using MacintoshLog into the Macintosh computer:If students are using a kiosk that was installed in 2013-14, useuser name: mpsc_01 and password: secureIf students are using a kiosk that was installed prior to 2013-14, use user name: NECAP and password: P@t3ll@Open the Applications folder from the dock and launch the Portable Firefox Kiosk application

Once testing is complete, each Macintosh computer should be logged out / logged in under its normal account

For students using WindowsDouble-click the STWKiosk icon on the desktop Click Accept if prompted to view and accept the certificate

Students will log into the STW using their Student Login Tickets.


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Test Session Basics


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