Test Manager Session Testing User Guide Administering Versant Tests using ScoreKeeper 2 / Versant for Web Local Version 4.1

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1 Test Manager Session Testing User Guide Administering Versant Tests using ScoreKeeper 2 / Versant for Web Local Version 4.1

2 1. Prepare Testing Stations and Install Google Chrome Extension... 2 System Requirements... 2 Install Google Chrome Extension to each Testing Station Create Test Session and Assign Tests... 3 Create Test Taker Roster... 3 Create an Onsite Test Session... 3 Assign Test to Test Taker Download Tests and Begin Testing Download Results... 4 Appendix A: Best Practices and Recommendations for Test Centers... 5 Appendix B: Technical Support Pearson Education, Inc. or its affiliate(s). Page 1 of 7

3 The Versant Test assesses test takers in language skills. The test is administered using computers and managed using the ScoreKeeper 2 application. This Guide is written for test administrators and includes instructions on how to: Download and install the Versant for Web Local (VfW Local) Google Chrome Extension Prepare Test Stations / Computers Use the administrators application, ScoreKeeper 2, to prepare the test taker roster, create test sessions, assign tests, and download results 1. Prepare Testing Stations and Install Google Chrome Extension System Requirements All testing stations must meet the following system requirements: Windows XP SP3+, Vista, or 7 Broadband Internet connection Pentium III at 600 MHz or higher Screen resolution of at least 1024 x GB free disk space Chrome 35 or higher (independent of OS) Network security access to allow access to MB of RAM Internet access available for transferring 5 MB of data Soundcard / audio driver with that can play audio sometime before and after the testing period (headphones recommended) Each station must also have: Soundcard / audio driver with recording and playback capabilities that has been certified to work with the version of Windows installed on the computer. (Note: Conexant HD audio drivers may not work) Head-mounted USB headset with microphone and headphones must meet the following requirement: Headphone features Microphone features Sound mode Ear piece Driver Unit Size Frequency Response Impedance Frequency response Impedance Stereo Double 32 mm Hz 32 ohms Hz 3320 ohms A system check is available at that may be run on each workstation to insure all hardware and software requirements are met and environmental noise levels are adequate for testing. The testing website, found on the test papers, should be bookmarked and opened prior to test takers arriving at the site for testing. Install Google Chrome Extension to each Testing Station Before testing can begin, the Versant for Web Local application must be downloaded to each testing station. This process may take several minutes and should be done weeks before testing is to begin. For each computer do the following: 1. Open the Chrome browser (v35 or higher) 2. Navigate to 3. Click + Add to Chrome. 4. Click Add. The App icon will appear on your desktop, Taskbar, or launcher. 5. Click on Chrome Web Launcher icon and Versant for Web Local icon is now available when ready to administer the test Pearson Education, Inc. or its affiliate(s). Page 2 of 7

4 6. The Versant for Web Local should be started on each testing station prior to test takers arriving at the site for testing. 2. Create Test Session and Assign Tests Create Test Taker Roster 1. Access your Scorekeeper 2 (SK2) Test Manager Account using the login credentials provided by your Account Manager. 2. To Access the Roster Template, Click the People Tab on Main Menu then click People Click Download Template Files. Use the template to create the Test Taker Roster and save the file on your desktop. You must include a unique ID in the Alternate ID column. Create an Onsite Test Session 1. Click on the Tests tab on the SK2 Main Menu then Create Tests. 2. Click the + next to the test content desired. 3. Enter a Name. For example, March 25 th Test. 4. In the box labeled Uses enter the number of tests needed for that testing session then click Next. 5. For the section labeled Where will this test be given? click On Site. 6. Check the box next to Allow Test Takers to Resume Test, click Next. 7. Click Start Session Now then provide a name for the session such as 10 am to 11am. Click Next then Done on next window. Assign Test to Test Takers 1. To assign tests to test takers, click +Add More. 2. Click on Add Manually tab. Choose Upload people from.xls or.csv. Look for the completed Roster File created in Section 1 then click Next. 3. Confirm test takers are correct then click Add Test Takers. 4. Tests, also referred to as PINs, are now available for download and print. Click Download Test Papers. Test papers are in the form of.pdf and may be printed and provided to test takers. Please note that each PIN is unique to each test taker and can only be used on one computer. An Excel file with all PINs is also provided in the downloaded file Pearson Education, Inc. or its affiliate(s). Page 3 of 7

5 3. Download Tests and Begin Testing 1. To begin the test, Click on Versant for Web Local icon from the Taskbar, Desktop, or Launcher. (See step 5 in Section 1) 2. First time test takers will enter their First Name, Last Name, Address, and PIN code located on the top right corner of their test paper. Then Click Next. 3. After the test downloads, click Take Test and follow instructions which begins the system check. If the test is not listed, click Update. The System Check will allow test taker to adjust the headset and microphone volume, check the ambient and background noise, and confirm system requirements are met. Once the system check is complete, the test will begin when test taker is prompted to say their name and city and country where the test is being taken. 4. Test Takers must respond to all items then click Finish after the last item. Test takers that don t complete the test and click Finish will not receive a Score Report. 4. Download Results 1. Click the Test tab on the SK2 Main Menu then click Export Data to download a spreadsheet of all test results. 2. Click on the Score Reports pull down menu to download Score Reports in.pdf format for all test takers that have completed the test Pearson Education, Inc. or its affiliate(s). Page 4 of 7

6 Appendix A: Best Practices and Recommendations for Test Centers Before Testing Start the Versant for Web Local app on each testing station prior to test takers arriving at the site for testing. Test centers should provide a distraction-free, secure testing environment with continuous proctoring. If the test center is set up to administer other tests, the layout of the center may be adequate as long as it meets the system requirements as noted in Section 1. Non-compliance of minimum system requirements could result in errors or un-scorable tests. Testing can be a stressful experience. Even minor noises near the testing area may cause distractions. If there is obvious noise, such as building construction, ask the tester whether he or she will be affected by the noise before testing begins. Head-mounted USB headsets with microphone and headphones are required to minimize background noise and insure accurate and reliable test results. If using privacy partitions to create privacy and absorb sound between workstations, permanent partitions at least 5 feet in height from the ground are recommended. If partitions are not available, testers should be assigned testing stations so an empty or unused station is between two testers. For instance, a testing center with 30 testing stations should assign testers to only 15 stations to keep an unused station between the testers. If using partitions, partitions must allow for an unobstructed view of each tester (including their hands) while testing. Adequate proctoring during testing is imperative to maintain test integrity and security. The proctor should not have a computer running during the testing session. Multiple proctors should be present if more than fifteen candidates are testing at the same time (one proctor per fifteen candidates). To better prepare, test takers should schedule appointments prior to arrival at the test centers. This will make centers aware of the expected number of testers per day. During Testing Complete and accurate documentation of PIN / Test assignments is mandatory. Test Takers may not share PINs as each number is valid for one administration only. Test Takers should not be allowed to have cell phones, paper, or any other items that may help or distract them during testing. Inform the test taker that the test officially begins after he or she has accessed the Versant testing system, completes the system check and states their name at the start of the test. If the test taker exits the test after saying their name but before completing the test and clicking Finish, the test will not be scored and the PIN cannot be reused Pearson Education, Inc. or its affiliate(s). Page 5 of 7

7 Appendix B: Technical Support To reach Pearson technical support during normal business hours (Monday Friday 8:00 17:00 India time), call Long Distance to India or Normal response to inquiries is 24 hours. During non-business hours, call and press option 9. It will route you to the after-hours answering service. The representative will ask for details to open a help ticket, and contact the on-call technical support representative. Do not urgent technical issues during non-business hours as the support mail box is not monitored after business hours Pearson Education, Inc. or its affiliate(s). Page 6 of 7