Getting your TPSS Device Test Ready
Getting your TPSS Device Test Ready
Embedded Files
Have you worked hard this year in your classes? Have you studied, reviewed, practiced, and prepared? Make sure that you are able to perform at your best on test day by having a refreshed and updated device. This site will help you to run through a list of checks BEFORE you sit down to focus on taking your test.
Preparation to Test
Preparation to Test
TangiTech Test Prep.pdfAn important part of prepping for your state assessments is getting your device in working order. Follow these tips to make sure that you are ready to perform at your best!
1 - Bring Your Device and Charger to School Every Day
Sharing is caring, but when it comes to your school-issued device, you MUST use the device which was assigned to you by TPSS.
Do not trade or borrow devices with siblings, friends, or other children in your household.
Label your device and charger, to make them easy to identify.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2 - Charge Your Device Every Night
A device with little or no power is not going to serve you well on testing day! Remember to plug your device in each evening.
Designate a charging station at home. Choose a clean space that is out of the way from food, liquid, and younger siblings.
If you notice your device is not keeping its charge, let your teacher know right away.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3 - Update Your Device
An updated device has a better chance of operating as it should. Giving your device a quick check-up before testing will help to ensure that your testing experience runs smoothly.
Click on the TIME in the bottom-right of your Chromebook desktop
Click on the Settings Gear
Choose "About Chrome OS" from the menu
Click "Check for Updates"
RESTART your device to complete the update
Update Google Chrome OS - enlarge graphic
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
4 - Clear Browsing Data
When you use a browser, like Chrome, it saves information from websites in its cache and cookies. Clearing your browsing data fixes certain problems, like loading or formatting issues on sites.
Clear Browsing Data and Cache - enlarge graphic
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
5 - Check your Device Settings
You may have changed some of the settings of your Chromebook while working. It is important that your settings are correct, so that you can properly interact with the testing program.
⚙ DEVICE DISPLAY
Click on the TIME in the bottom-right of your Chromebook desktop
Click on the Settings Gear ⚙
Choose "Device" from the menu
Drop-down "Displays"
Make sure the slider is all the way to the left (small - 100%)
Why is the device display important? If the screen is zoomed in too closely, you may not be able to fully see or read important content for your test item.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
⚙ DEFAULT LANGUAGE
Click on the TIME in the bottom-right of your Chromebook desktop
Click on the Settings Gear ⚙
Drop-down the "Advanced" section on the menu
Scroll down to choose "Languages and inputs"
Verify that "ENGLISH" is selected for both the language and Inputs & Keyboards
What will happen if the wrong language is selected? Your chromebook may be difficult to navigage if you are unable to read important menus and text on the screen. Also, the keyboard will not function correctly. For example, quoatation marks will not work if the International Keyboard is selected.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
6 - Complete your Online System Check for EACH test you are taking.
Now that you have your Chromebook charged, updated, and refreshed, make sure that the program needed to take the test is ready to run on your device. Make this a routine before EVERY test!
⚙ Run a System Check
Directions on how to do this can be found at the bottom of this page.
State Assessments
State Assessments
ADAM Exam: Grades 6-8 (ELA only)
ADAM Exam: Grades 6-8 (ELA only)
Check to Make sure ADAM is installed and Working Correctly
(Currently operational for ELA Grades 6 - 8 only)
To take your Innovative test on your Chromebook, you will use a testing platform named ADAM. ALL STUDENTS in grades 6, 7, and 8 will take the Innovative test INSTEAD of the LEAP test during the 2022-2023 school year. ADAM is currenlty only used to test ELA.
Make sure you are logged out of your device.
Click on "Apps" on your chromebook shelf
Choose "ADAM Test Delivery"
Enter test code for the OTT. (Your teacher will provide this code for you).
This will prompt your device to run a system check.
Why do I need to run a system check before testing? Running a system check is your chromebook's way of making sure that everything is in place for the ADAM program to run smoothly. Making sure to check this BEFORE testing day, you will have less issues arise with your device. We want you to test your best, so be sure to check-up on your device before your big day.
What if I do not see ADAM on my chromebook? ADAM is only assigned to Chromebooks of students in grades 3 - 12. If you do not see ADAM, it may be possible that you accidentally swapped Chromebooks with a younger sibling or friend. Have your teacher verify that the Chromebook you have does belong to you. If it is your Chromebook and you still do not have ADAM installed, your Chromebook may need to be Power Washed. Your device manager at your school can help with this. Just let your teacher know you need help.
READ THESE TIPS FOR ADAM ONLINE TOOLS TRAINING TIPS
Online Tools Training: student practice using the online tools so that they are well prepared to navigate the online testing system.
Accessibility Tools: provides descriptions of accessibility features in the online testing platform.
DCR INSIGHT for LEAP Testing: grades 3 - 12
DCR INSIGHT for LEAP Testing: grades 3 - 12
Complete DRC Readiness Check
To take your LEAP test on your Chromebook, you will use a testing platform named ADAM.
💻 DRC Readiness Check
Make sure you are logged out of your device.
Click on "Apps" on your chromebook shelf
Choose "DRC INSIGHT Online Assessments"
This will prompt your device to run a system check.
Why do I need to run a system check before testing? Running a system check is your chromebook's way of making sure that everything is in place for the DRC program to run smoothly. If you make sure to check this BEFORE testing day, you will have less issues arise with your device. We want you to test your best, so be sure to check-up on your device before your big day.
What if I do not see DRC on my chromebook? Have your teacher verify that the Chromebook you have does belong to you. If it is your Chromebook and you still do not have DRC installed, your Chromebook may need to be Power Washed. Your device manager at your school can help with this. Just let your teacher know you need help.
ELPT Online Tools Training
ELPT Online Tools Training
English Language Proficieny Test (ELPT)
Become familiar with the testing system and types of questions on the operational tests.
ACT Academy
ACT Academy
Visit this site for information on how to prepare, register, and take the ACT exam.
Use their tools to help plan out the path you will take into a future career.
Managing Test Anxiety
Managing Test Anxiety
Managing Test Anxiety
Now that your device is ready, let's focus on you!
There are ways to prepare yourself, physically and mentally, so that you are your best self for your test.
Page updated
Report abuse