Disable automatic updates to software and the operating system.ĭisable system notifications, such as email alerts.Prevent screen savers, because they can interfere with testing.Disable virus and malware scanners, because they can interfere with testing.Set up the account (or accounts) in your Windows or Mac group policy.Īlternatively, you could temporarily apply the following settings to your standard student accounts.
Choose the option that best fits your student population. In fact, you may want two accounts: one with accessibility features disabled and a separate account for those students who need accessibility features enabled. Computer User Accounts for TestingĪs a best practice, create a dedicated computer user account for use during Summative testing and apply the following account settings. However, you can install or distribute the browser over the network. Do not run it from a server, because testing will be too slow. Network-The secure browser should run on each computer locally. Checking Desktop Computer Readiness for Testing.For Summative testing, a screen resolution of 1024x768 is recommended. You will download the browser from NWEA, and then install or distribute it to each computer. This browser restricts access to outside resources. To ensure security during Summative testing, students on Windows or Mac desktops must use a secure browser from NWEA.
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