Features of the NWEA Secure Testing app for iPad:
- Required for testing MAP Growth and MAP Growth K-2.
- Creates a secure testing environment using Automatic Assessment Controls (AAC). (Best testing practice)
System requirements:
For full requirements, see Student Testing Requirements in the MAP Help Center.
Current Version:
- Version 3.4: Released June 2021 (Required)
To check whether an update is available for your device, see How to install or update the NWEA Secure Testing app for iPad.
Secure testing:
The newest version of the NWEA Secure Testing app supports Automatic Assessment Configuration (AAC) which prevents the student from closing the app or navigating to other apps while the test is active. If you need students to test in the unsecured Safari browser instead, please contact NWEA Partner Support for assistance.
The NWEA Secure Testing app also supports multiple device management (MDM) software, as well as single app mode (SAM), but does not support autonomous single app mode (ASAM). NWEA is unable to provide support for using MDM software or SAM.
To install or update:
See How to install or update the NWEA Secure Testing app for iPad.
Testing with iPad Automatic Assessment Configuration (AAC)
Automatic Assessment Configuration (AAC) was introduced in version 3.0, released December 2017. AAC prevents students from closing the testing app or navigating to other apps without educators having to configure single app mode (SAM) or Guided Access.
- The student launches the NWEA Testing app on their iPad, signs in, and selects their name and test (if applicable) as normal.
- The proctor confirms the student as normal.
- When the student taps Start Test, they will receive a pop up message labeled Confirm App Self-Lock.
- The student must tap Yes to begin their test.
AAC will prevent the student from closing the testing app or navigating to other apps while the test is active.
When will AAC turn off?
AAC will turn off when the test is paused, suspended, terminated, or completed. It will resume when and if the test is resumed. It will also turn off on any error message screen.
