This page outlines the technical requirements required for a successful testing experience with NWEA MAP Growth and NWEA MAP Reading Fluency.
To quickly test your current device and browser settings for compatibility, use the NWEA Workstation Diagnostic Tool linked below. If you come across any incompatibilities, please reach out – we might have a workaround.
Device Options
Creates a secure testing environment by preventing students from opening other windows, tabs, applications, etc while testing. This option is available only on Apple iPad and requires download of the NWEA Secure Testing app.
Browser Testing
A flexible option with the ability to use Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Safari (Mac/iPad only), or Mozilla Firefox browsers. The test window will open in a window separate from the rest of the browser, but does not prevent the student from accessing other windows, tabs, applications, etc on the device. Access the Student Login page here.
Device Requirements
Screen Resolution
1024 x 768
Some devices require some slight adjustments for the screen resolution to work, please reach out to our customer support if you need assistance.
Screen Scaling or Zoom
Set to 100%
Pop-up Blockers
Pop-up blockers must be DISABLED to ALLOW pop-ups for the test window to open properly.
Please see the guide below to allow pop-ups on your browser.
Device Options
Creates a secure testing environment by preventing students from opening other windows, tabs, applications, etc while testing. This option is available only on Apple iPad and requires download of the NWEA Reading Fluency Secure Testing app.
Browser Testing
A flexible option with the ability to use Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Safari (Mac/iPad only), or Mozilla Firefox browsers. The test window will open in a window separate from the rest of the browser, but does not prevent the student from accessing other windows, tabs, applications, etc on the device. Access the Reading Fluency Student Login page here.
Device Requirements
Screen Resolution
1280 x 720
Some devices require some slight adjustments for the screen resolution to work, please reach out to our customer support if you need assistance.
Screen Scaling or Zoom
Set to 100%
Pop-up Blockers
Pop-up blockers must be DISABLED to ALLOW pop-ups for the test window to open properly.
Please see the guide below to allow pop-ups on your browser.
Headphones
MAP Reading Fluency has sections that are read-aloud and sections that require the student to read-aloud into a microphone depending on the test track they are completing.
Because of this, students are required to use a headset or headphones that meet specific requirements – these are listed below.
Headphone qualities to aim for:
- Appropriately sized, snug-fit
- Over-ear cushions
- Boom microphone that can extend to be in front of the student's mouth
- Wired connection
Headphone qualities to avoid:
- Too large, loose fit
- Ear buds
- Microphone on earbud cord
- Bluetooth connection