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PARCC Technology Guidelinesfrom September 2013 UpdateGeneral GuidelinesTechnology Guidelines Version 3.0Bandwidth RecommendationsMinimum with CachingMinimum without CachingRecommended for Assessment + InstructionExternal Connection to the Internet5 kbps per second per student50 kbps per second per student100 kbps per second per student or fasterSchool Bandwidth for TestingSimultaneous Test-Takers / DevicesMinimum Connection Speed(External Connection to the Internet)With Caching (5 kbps / student)Without Caching(50 kbps / student)15 students / devices75 kbps750 kbps20 students / devices100 kbps1000 kbps (1 mbps)30 students / devices150 kbps1500 kbps (1.5 mbps)60 students / devices300 kbps3000 kbps (3 mbps)90 students / devices450 kbps4500 kbps (4.5 mbps)Desktop/Laptop SpecificationsMinimum SpecificationsRecommended SpecificationsOperating SystemWindowsWindows XP, SP3Windows 7 or newerMac OSMac OS 10.5Mac OS 10.7 or newerLinuxUbuntu 9-10 Fedora 6Ubuntu 11.10Fedora 16 or newerChrome OSChrome OS 19Chrome OS 19 or newerMemory512 MB RAM1 GB RAM or greaterConnectivityComputers must be able to connect to the Internet via wired or wireless networks.Screen Size9.5 inch or largerScreen Resolution1024 x 768 or betterDesktop/Laptop Specifications (continued)Minimum SpecificationsRecommended SpecificationsInput DeviceKeyboard

Mouse / touchpad / touchscreenInput device must allow students to select/deselect, drag, and highlight text, objects, and areas. The input device must allow students to enter letters, numbers, and symbols and shift, tab, return, delete, and backspace. To meet security guidelines each Bluetooth/wireless keyboard must be configured to pair with only a single device.Headphone / Earphone and Microphone Headphone/Earphones

MicrophoneHeadphones/earphones are required for all students for all PARCC assessments.

Microphones are required for all students taking the Speaking and Listening Assessment.Tablet SpecificationsMinimum SpecificationsRecommended SpecificationsOperating SystemAndroidAndroid 4.0 with 512 MB RAM or greaterAndroid 4.0 or newer with 1 GB RAM or greaterApple iOSiPad 2 running iOS 6 with 512 MB RAM or greateriPad 2 or newer running iOS 6 or newer with 512 MB RAM or greaterWindowsWindows 8 with 512 MB RAM or greaterWindows 8 or newer with 1 GB RAM or greaterConnectivityComputers must be able to connect to the Internet via wired or wireless networksScreen Size9.5 inch screen size or largerScreen Resolution1024 x 768 or betterTable Specifications (continued)Minimum SpecificationsRecommended SpecificationsInput Device RequirementsKeyboardTouchscreen or MouseDue to the onscreen occupied by a tablets virtual keyboard, PARCC assessments will require external keyboards for test takers using tablets so as not to limit or obscure the view of test item content and related functionalities when text input is required.

External keyboards must allow students to enter letters, numbers, and symbols and shift, tab, return, delete, and backspace.

Tablet touchscreen interface can be used to select/deselect, drag, and highlight text, objects, and areas.

To meet security guidelines, each Bluetooth/wireless keyboard must be configured to pair with only a single computer during test administration.Table Specifications (continued)Minimum SpecificationsRecommended SpecificationsHeadphone / Earphone and Microphone Requirements

Headphones / Earphones

Microphone Headphones/earphones are required for all students for all PARCC assessments.

Microphones are required for all students taking the Speaking and Listening Assessment. Tablets ContinuedAdditional GuidanceTablets smaller than 9.5 not compatible

E-Readers NOT supported

Smart Phones NOT supported

PARCC Field TestTechnology Requirements as of September 2013External Connection to the InternetMinimum with CachingMinimum without CachingRecommended for Assessment + Instruction5 kilobits per second (kbps)/student50 kilobits per second (kbps) / student100 kilobits per second (kbps) / student or fasterDesktop, Laptop, Netbook Thin Client / VDI ComputersSupported for Field TestSupported for 2014-2015 Operational AssessmentMinimum SpecificationsRecommended SpecificationsOperating SystemWindowsYesYesWindows XP, SP3Windows 7 or newerMac OSYesYesMac OS 10.5Mac OS 10.7 or newerLinuxNoYesN/AN/AChrome OSYes

Not all accessibility features will be supported for Chrome OSYesChrome OS 19Chrome OS 19 or newerAdditional Specifications Minimum SpecificationsRecommended SpecificationsMemory512 MB of RAM1 GB RAM or greaterConnectivityComputers must be able to connect to the Internet via wired or wireless networksScreen size9.5 size or largerScreen Resolution1024 x 768 resolution or betterAdditional Specifications (continued)Minimum SpecificationsRecommended SpecificationsInput Device RequirementsKeyboard wired or wireless / Bluetooth

Mouse or Touchpad or TouchscreenThe input device must allow students to select/deselect, drag, and highlight text, objects, and areas. The input device must allow students to enter letters, numbers, and symbols and to shift, tab, return, delete, and backspace.

To meet security guidelines each Bluetooth/wireless keyboard must be configured to pair with only a single computer during assessment administration

Additional Specifications (continued)Minimum SpecificationsRecommended SpecificationsHeadphone / Earphone and Microphone RequirementsHeadphones / Earphones

Headphones / Earphones are required for all students for all PARCC assessments

Desktop, Laptop, Netbook, and Thin Client / VDI ComputersAdditional GuidanceEach computer operating in a thin client environment must meet or exceed minimum hardware specifications, as well as bandwidth and security requirements

Computers meeting minimum specifications for the 2014-2015 are not likely to be compatible beyond the 2015-2016 assessment

Computers must accommodate the 1024 x 768 screen resolution minimum without panning. PARCC recognizes that some netbook computers may have screen resolutions slightly less than the 1024 x 768 minimum, yet may meet all other minimum requirements. PARCC will establish a means for schools to evaluate if the device will be able to display assessment items.TabletsSupported for Field TestSupported for 2014-2015 Operational AssessmentMinimum SpecificationsRecommended SpecificationsOperating SystemAndroidNoYesN/AN/AApple iOSYesYesiPad 2 running iOS 6iPad 2 or newer running iOS 6 or newerWindowsYes

(not RT)Yes

(RT unknown)Windows 8Windows 8 or newerTablet (Additional Specifications)Minimum SpecificationsRecommended SpecificationsOperating SystemAndroid512 MB RAM or greater1 GB RAM or greaterApple iOS512 MB RAM or greater512 MB RAM or greaterWindows512 MB RAM or greater1 GB RAM or greaterConnectivityComputers must be able to connect to the Internet via wired or wireless networksScreen Size9.5 screen size or largerScreen Resolution1024 x 768 resolution or betterTablet (Additional Specifications)Minimum SpecificationsRecommended SpecificationsInput Device RequirementsKeyboard (wired or wireless / Bluetooth)

Touchscreen or MouseDue to onscreen space occupied by a tablets virtual keyboard, PARCC assessments will require external keyboards for test takers using tablets so as not to limit or obscure the view of test item content and related functionalities when text input is required

External keyboards must allow students to enter letters, numbers, and symbols and to shift, tab, return, delete and backspace

To meet security guidelines, each Bluetooth / wireless keyboard must be configured to pair with only a single device during assessment administrationTablets (Additional Specifications continued)Minimum SpecificationsRecommended SpecificationsHeadphone / Earphone and Microphone Requirements

Headphones / EarphonesHeadphones / Earphones are required for all students for all PARCC assessments. Tablets ContinuedAdditional GuidanceWindows RT NOT supported for field test

Tablets smaller than 9.5 not compatible

E-Readers will NOT be supported

Smart Phones will NOT be supported

Devices Needed for TestingSchool TypeMinimum number of devicesRecommended number of devicesFor a school with three tested grades (K-5, 6-8, 9-12)One device for every two students in the largest tested gradeOne device per student for the largest tested gradeFor a school with six tested grades (K-8)One device per student for the largest tested gradeOne device per student for the two largest tested gradesTestNav 8.0.2Hardware and Software requirementsHardware RequirementsMinimum Hardware RequirementsWindowsMacintoshiPad (2 or higher)Processor1.6 GHz x86-compatibleIntel Core Duo 1.83 GHz Only Intel-based Macs are supported

AnyMemory512 MB RAM1 GB RAMAny

Screen1024 x 768 Resolution1024 x 768 Resolution9.7 inch

Software Requirements (PC)WindowsIE 9.0IE 10.0ChromeFirefoxXP (SP3)XXVistaX XX7XXXX8XXXNotes:Chrome requires version 20 or higherFirefox requires version 14 or higher

26Software Requirements (Macs)Mac OS XSafari 5.0Safari 6.0ChromeFirefox10.5X10.6XXX10.7XXXX10.8XXXNotes:Mac OS X 10.7 and 10.8 users who install the Java for OS X 2012-006 update from Apple on student workstations will not be able to use the Chrome browser. The update breaks compatibility.Software Requirements (tablets)The TestNav 8 app for iOS is in development. It is required for secure testing. Until the app is ready, the Safari browser can be used for tests that do not require locking down the device.Browser DependenciesJava runtime plugin version 1.5 and higherPop-ups for Pearson sitesLocal File access to home directoryFirewall / Proxy Servers / Content FilteringWhen using Proctoring Caching, the following must be opened in any firewalls, proxy servers, or software that is used for internet content filtering:URL:Porttestnav.com:80testnav.com:443s3.amazonaws.com

Note for Mac 10.6: In certain situations when the parental control is on and the user attempts to connect to SSL sites, the automatic Internet content filter on Mac 10.6 workstations may block the testnav.com domain. To resolve this, set the parental control to Always Allow the testnav.com domain. Accessibility FeaturesPARCC Accessibility Features and Accommodations Manual Sept 2013 DefinitionPARCC technology-based assessments, accessibility features are tools or preferences that are either built into the assessment system or provided externally by test administrators. Accessibility features can be used by any student taking the PARCC assessments (i.e., students with and without disabilities). Since the accessibility features are intended for all students, they are not classified as accommodations. Students should be exposed to these features prior to testing, and should have the opportunity to select and practice using them. Accessibility features are intended to benefit a wide range of students, and are available to any student at his or her discretion during testing. PARCC Accessibility SystemAccommodations Features for All Students Tools embeddedAccessibility Features for All StudentsIdentified in advanceAccommodations Accessibility Features for All StudentsPARCC AccessibilityISAT/PSAE AccommodationsAudio amplificationBlank paper (provided by test admin)Graphic organizersEliminate answer choicesFlag items for reviewCues on test bookletGeneral administration directs clarified (by test admin)Auditory supportsGeneral administration directions read aloud and repeated as needed (by test administrator)Highlight toolDirections highlightedHeadphonesAccessibility Features for All StudentsPARCC AccessibilityISAT/PSAE AccommodationsMagnification/enlargement deviceLarge printNote padPop-up glossaryRedirect student to the test (by test administrator)Spell checkerWriting toolsAccessibility Features for All StudentsPARCC AccessibilityISAT/PSAE AccommodationsAdaptive and specialized equipment Adapted environmentAnswer MaskingBackground/font color (color contrast)Visual supports (colored paper)General maskingLine reader toolText-to-speech for the mathematics assessmentsOral presentationWhat are Presentation Accommodations?

Presentation accommodations alter the method or format used to administer a PARCC assessment to a student, including auditory, tactile, visual, and/or a combination of these, rather than having the student take the test in the same format as other students. For students taking computer-delivered assessments, all presentation accommodations must be identified in advance by a students PNP (during the test registration process).

Proposed Presentation Accommodations for Students with DisabilitiesDomainPARCCISAT/PSAEELA/LiteracyText-to-speech or video of a human interpreter for the ELA assessments, including items, and passagesSign LanguageRefreshable braille displaysClosed-Captioning of multimedia passagesDescriptive videoMathematicsVideo of human interpreterProposed Presentation Accommodations for Students with DisabilitiesDomainPARCCISAT/PSAEBoth DomainsAssistive technologyAssistive technologyHard-copy braille testsBraille/large printVideo of a human interpreter for test directionsTactile graphicsPaper-and-pencil editionWhat are Response Accommodations?

Response accommodations allow students to use alternative methods to provide responses to test items, such as through dictating to a scribe or using an assistive device. For students taking computer-delivered assessments, all response accommodations must be identified in advance by a students PNP (during the test registration process).

Proposed Response Accommodations for Students with DisabilitiesDomainPARCCISAT/PSAEELAScribing or speech-to-text (i.e., Dictation/Transcription or Signing) for constructed responsesAnswer dictationWord prediction for PBAMathematicsCalculation device and mathematics tools (on Non-calculator Sessions)CalculatorBoth DomainsAssistive technologyAssistive technologyScribing or speech-to-text for selected response itemsAnswer dictationBraille note-takerPearson Technology Readiness Tool (TRT)https://www.techreadiness.net

TRT Homepage

TRT Available Reports

TRT Setup Tab

What does a red (missing) on a report mean?If (missing) is indicated on a report, there is School Readiness Survey or Device information that has not yet been provided by the district or school. Only after this data is added for the specific school or organization can the Technology Readiness Tool calculations provide non-zero readiness results.

Actions: you will need to lookup the original value of the data field that is showing "missing" in either School Survey or Device data. Once found, the value most likely will show "blank", and you will need to provide that missing value. Reports will update within an hour of submission.PARCC Assessment Capacity Planning Toolhttp://www.livebinders.com/play/play?id=972764&present=trueDynamic Learning Maps (DLM)System Technology Specifications (August 2013)Bandwidth Recommendations w/out Content Caching ServerMinimum BandwidthRecommended BandwidthPer Student40-100 kbps100 kbps or fasterBandwidth Recommendations with Content Caching ServerMinimum BandwidthRecommended BandwidthPer Student20-50 kbps50 kbps or fasterMinimum Specifications(Computers, Laptops)Operating System / DevicesSupported VersionMinimum ConfigurationWindowsXP, Vista, 7, 8, Server 2003XP SP3, Pentium or AMD 500 MHz, 512 MB RAM, 200 MB hard drive spaceMac OSX10.5, 10.6, 10.7, 10.8Mac 10.5, Intel x86, 512 MB RAM, 200 MB hard drive spaceLinuxUbuntu 9+, Fedora 6+Ubuntu 9 or Fedora 6, Pentium or AMD 500 MHz, 512 MB RAM, 200 MB hard drive spaceChromeOS v19+Chrome OS v19+Minimum Specifications(Tablets)Operating System / DevicesSupported VersionMinimum ConfigurationiOS DevicesiOS 6+iPad 2 with iOS 6, 512 MB RAM, Wifi support onlyAndroid DevicesAndroid 4.0+Android 4.0, 512 MB RAM, Wifi support onlyWindows TabletsWindows 8Windows 8, 1 GB RAM, Wifi support onlyMinimum Screen and Resolution RequirementsConfigurationScreen Size10 screen or largerScreen Resolution1024 x 768 or betterRecommended Specifications (Computers/Laptops)Supported VersionRecommended ConfigurationOperating System / DevicesWindowsXP, Vista, 7, 8, Server 2003Windows 7+, 1.4 GHz processor, 1 GB RAM, 1GB hard drive free spaceMac OSX10.5, 10.6, 10.7, 10.8Mac 10.7+, 1 GHz processor, 1 GB RAM, 1 GB hard drive free spaceLinuxUbuntu 9+, Fedora 6+Ubuntu 11 or Fedora 16+, 1 GHz processor, 1 GB RAM, 1 GB hard drive free spaceChromeOS v19+Chrome OS v19+Recommended Specifications(Tablets)Operating System / DevicesSupported VersionRecommended ConfigurationiOS DevicesiOS 6+iPad 3 with iOS 6 or newer, 1 GB RAM, Wifi support onlyAndroid DevicesAndroid 4.0+Android 4 or newer, 1 GB RAM Wifi support onlyWindows TabletsWindows 8Windows 8 or newer, 1 GB RAM, Wifi support onlyRecommended Screen and Resolution RequirementsConfigurationScreen Size10 screen or largerScreen Resolution1024 x 768 or betterDLM Capacity Planning Tool

NextUpdate your districts/schools TRT make sure to keep it updatedWatch for requests for information (speed tests, quick responses to infrastructure information, etc.)Make sure you are on your LTC listservConnectED / E-Rate / technology plans if grant opportunities become available, be ready to participate

Parting ThoughtIt is with some caution that I encourage you to wait until next year! With the start of mass testing under the Common Core State Standards (CCSS), everything will not be magically different then. However, I think that the bar will be raised for the use of technology. That will affect us all, probably in a good way. - Craig Williams, Digital Learning Environments Blog http://www.guide2digitallearning.com/blog_craig_williams/wait_until_next_year

Contact InformationJamey BaiterState Technology Readiness Coordinator /Principal Education Consultant Illinois State Board of Educationjbaiter@isbe.netPhone 217-782-5589

Livebinder Link : http://www.livebinders.com/play/play?id=972764&present=true