Computer-Based Testing
States realize the benefits of moving their accountability assessments from paper to computer. Computer-based testing allows for added security, innovative item types, and greater efficiency. Moving testing to an online platform also cuts many shipping, receiving, and scanning costs.
Measured Progress works hand-in-hand with its clients, before, during, and after testing to ensure that administrators, educators, and students are well-prepared for an online testing experience.
We work with states to inventory infrastructure, evaluate technology, and train both technical staff and teachers. Ultimately, our goal is to provide value, service, and support to clients and their learning communities each step of the way.
Measured Progress has made significant investments in its computer-based testing platform, iTest, to provide secure, student-friendly, customized testing programs for states.
Accessibility with NimbleTools
NimbleTools®, a universally designed application, provides all students access to computer-based test items. For students with special needs, NimbleTools provides 18 built-in accommodation tools that can be activated or deactivated for each individual student, creating a customized test delivery interface. NimbleTools' monitoring of each students' accessibility and accommodation tool usage assures accuracy in the reporting of test accommodation use. Find out more.
An Overview of the iTest System
| Feature | Description |
| Program Design | Configurable to any client's assessment system |
| Test Design | Supports multiple item types Can spiral multiple forms to allow for customized field test item sampling Proctors may control test sessions Stimulus material may be presented alongside items Online tools, such as a ruler or calculator, are available by item or by test |
| Item development | Measured Progress's Item Assessment Banking System is fully integrated into online platform Items can be easily imported from other databases |
| Production | Test forms are created within the iTest system. Clients may review test items and forms as they appear to students |
| Student Data Management | Data may be pre-loaded, making administration faster and easier Staff may monitor and view test results in real-time |
| Administration | Easily monitored May be managed in real-time |
| Analysis | Raw score results available the day after the test |
| Reporting | Multiple levels of reporting, protected by permissions Reports may be configured as specified by client |
| Accessibility | Section 508 compliant Integrates with assistive technology tools for hearing and vision impaired students. |
