February 2024 MCAS Biology and Introductory Physics Test Administration Resources

Go to the MCAS Resource Center for the following resources:

• resources to prepare students, including a student tutorial, practice tests, and reference sheets for Introductory Physics
• training modules for staff and recordings of previously offered training sessions
• CBT technology guides and user guides, including guides for the SR/PNP and Infrastructure Trials

Test Administration Manuals

Test Administration Sample Forms and Materials

PearsonAccess Next Tasks

• SR/PNP Windows for 2023-24 MCAS

• Infrastructure Trial Windows for 2023-24 MCAS

Additional Policies/Resources

• MCAS Pre-Administration Guide

• Participation Guidelines for the February Biology and Introductory Physics Tests

• Students in Military Families

• Complete List of Test Materials (For Use When Inventorying Shipments for PBT)

• Slide Template for Training Test Administrators

• Procedures for Students with Diabetes Who Use a Cell Phone to Control a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) or an Insulin Pump

Technology-Related Resources for Computer-Based Testing

• Protecting Our Future: Partnering to Safeguard K-12 Organizations from Cybersecurity Threats

• Updates to TestNav and PearsonAccess Next

• Managed Chromebooks Required for Computer-Based Testing

• Computer-based Testing Device Planner

• Technology Specifications for MCAS Computer-Based Testing
  Note: Check this page regularly for updates.

• Network Requirements and Guidelines

TestNav System Requirements

Pearson, the testing subcontractor, has adopted a technology support policy for device operating system (OS) updates that aligns TestNav system requirements with manufacturer-supported OSs and devices. Pearson will base their support for OSs and devices on manufacturer support as of July 15. Technology staff should evaluate manufacturer support as of July 15 to determine technology planning for each upcoming school year. A list of Chrome OS devices and their expiration dates can be found at Manage policies for Chrome devices: Auto Update policy. Please refer to Pearson's TestNav System Requirement Policy and TestNav System Requirements for more information.

Last Updated: February 8, 2024