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- What is Measured Success?
- What is the difference between Measured Success: College Readiness, ELL, and Work Skills?
- Does my Measured Success subscription expire?
- Where can I find information to help me get started using Measured Success?
- What if I want more than one package?
- What are the system requirements for Measured Success?
- What is VanGuard?
- When I click on my test to begin, nothing happens. What's wrong?
- How do I change my username and/or password?
- What are the ABCTE practice tests?
- What are the Cedar Bluff practice tests?
- I am unable to login to Measured Success.
- How do I login to Measured Success?
- I am unable to login to Measured Success.
What is Measured Success?
Measured Success is on-line assessment, scoring, reporting and learning system that allows you to test your knowledge of a given subject, receive immediate scoring, a detailed score report, and get suggested remediation resources. ^ topWhat is the difference between Measured Success: College Readiness, ELL, and Work Skills?
All Measured Success products provide the same great functionality and opportunities to improve in a given topic. The primary difference is what you hope to gain from these packages.If you are a student preparing for college, you should consider Measured Success: College Readiness products as they are geared to prepare you for college level work in the areas of math, reading and writing.
If English is not your native language and you are preparing for college, Measured Success: College Readiness ELL (English Language Learner) Series is geared especially for you. This package contains assessments, scoring, and feedback in vocabulary, listening, grammar and writing, designed specifically for ELL students.
If you are just joining or returning to the work force, or are interested in improving your performance at work, Measured Success: Work Skills is perfect for you as it addresses the fundamental work skills that a significant number of employers say their employees lack. ^ top
Does my Measured Success subscription expire?
Yes and No. You have one year from the date of purchase to complete the Measured Success assessments purchased. During this 12 month subscription, you may take tests, view results, and continue to access our iSEEK targeted discovery tool to obtain remediation and learning resources. ^ topWhere can I find information to help me get started using Measured Success?
Upon logging in to Measured Success, you will see a "Directions" link next to your name. This link will provide basic information on starting out with Measured Success. In general, the program is very easy to use. Once logged in, start a test by clicking on the test name. At any time you may stop and finish later. When finished, simply click on the test name to view your results and to obtain helpful remediation tips and resources. ^ topWhere can I find information to help me get started using Measured Success?
Proper preparation for college, the work force and/or computer knowledge can and will improve your success. Our primary goal is to help you attain your goals by using Measured Success to diagnose your current strengths and weakness and to improve your abilities by providing detailed feedback and remediation resources. To that end, we greatly encourage you to use Measured Success to improve your skills in all the relevant spheres. We're certain that when correctly and effectively used, Measured Success will yield results. Very few users of Measured Success experience technical problems with the service or find, after purchasing the service that it does not meet their needs. However, should you find reason not to be satisfied with Measured Success within the first 30 days of purchase, please send your refund request and description of why you are not satisfied to measuredsuccess@mccanntesting.com. If we cannot find a solution to improve your satisfaction, we will refund the cost your subscription less a 10% processing fee. Please note that we reserve the right to refuse requests for refunds based on a review of your usage statistics to ensure compliance with all terms and conditions. ^ topWhat if I want more than one package?
No problem. Actually, you have a few choices.The most comprehensive packages are the following:
Measured Success: College Readiness includes three modules - math, reading and writing- and is designed to give you an overall assessment of your preparedness for college.
Measured Success&™ Work Skills Fundamentals includes three modules - math, reading and writing - and is geared towards raising proficiency levels in each of these areas based on work force expectations.
You may purchase one or all packages, depending on your specific needs. Additionally, many individual modules are available for purchase. ^ top
What are the system requirements for Measured Success?
Measured Success is a web-based application that requires a web browser and internet connection for use. For optimal performance, we recommend the following system parameters:Desktops: PC and Macintosh
| System/Software | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | PC Microsoft Windows® 2000 Mac Mac 10.3 |
PC Microsoft Windows® XP or higher Mac Mac 10.3.9 or higher |
| Web Browser | PC IE 6.0 Firefox 1.5 Mac Mozilla Firefox 1.5 Safari 2.0 |
PC IE 6.0+ Firefox 1.5+ Mozilla Firefox 1.5+ Safari 2.0+ |
| Adobe Flash® Player | 8.0 or higher | 9.0 |
| Acrobat® Reader | 7.0 | 7.0+ |
| Connection speed (kilobytes/sec) | 128K | 256K |
Other Settings
| System/Software | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Desktop | 1GHz Processor | 1GHz Processor or greater |
| Memory | 256 MB | 512 MB or greater |
| Display | 15"+ VGA or better monitor capable of 1028 X 768 resolution or better | 17" SVGA monitor with 1028 X 768 |
Cookies: Cookies must be turned ON.
- Cookies should be set to "accept all cookies". Cache should be set to "1" or the lowest possible setting.
- Check that newest version of stored page is set to "every visit to the page".
Proxy/Caching or Content Filtering Software Server Settings
- Content Filtering: The following URLs must be allowed through ANY content filters that have been implemented: http://www.measuredsuccessonline.com. The IP Address is http://63.89.64.196 .
- TCP/http: Firewalls are configured to allow http on port 80 to the internet.
- User Authentication and Timeout value: If user authentication is enabled on a proxy server or firewall, the session timeout value should be set to at least be equal to the length of the test (mps at least 60 minutes). This will help prevent users from losing their session with the proxy server or firewall while testing.
What is VanGuard?
VanGuard is a secure web browser which provides a cost-effective way to retain complete control over the desktop environment and minimize a test takers' ability to cheat by "freezing" them into one and only one place - the test.- Prohibits users from exiting the testing environment unless they complete or suspend the test
- Prevents users from accessing websites or using hotkeys, instant messenger, menus or right-click mouse functions
- Blocks pop-up windows from external applications or an application launched from USB attached devices
- Traps input from USB keyboards and blocks CTRL-ALT-DEL and other commands
- Maximizes screen size availability and creates a standardized testing environment for PC, Mac and Linux platforms, providing examinees with an optimal testing experience
- Creates a single application interface and platform for administration of all tests
- Reduces test interruption and local network/client inconsistency such as caching and proxies
- Automatically updates patches and version upgrades, decreasing support needs
- Contains power outage and machine crash resume features
To download VanGuard, click Download VanGuard at the upper right-hand corner of the Main Menu screen next to the Log Out link.
PLEASE NOTE: Be sure to write down the configuration code and password for home or lab use and keep those codes in a secure place. You will need the exit code each and every time you launch a test from VanGuard.
When downloading, be sure to select the version which corresponds with your system and download.
To close the application, you will need the exit code that was supplied during the installation process. Simply click on the "X" icon in the upper right-hand corner of the window and when prompted, enter your exit code. PLEASE NOTE: The application cannot be closed without the exit code.
Client Minimum Configuration for Proper Operation of VanGuard:
- Windows 98, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP, Windows Vista
- MAC - For 10X: 10.2-10.4 (Power PC and Intel Processor)
- Linux - Linux i686, tested with Redhat 4, Centos 4, and Fedora Core 5
- 32 MB memory recommended for Windows 98; 64 MB recommended for Windows 2000; 128 MB memory recommended for Windows XP & Windows Vista
- Pentium Processor (or higher)
- Internet Explorer 6.0+
When I click on my test to begin, nothing happens. What's wrong?
There are several reasons that this may happen. The first thing to do is check to see if you have a pop-up blocker running, as our tests open into a new browser window.Another reason a test may not open is because it has been locked by the administrator. If this is the case, you would need to contact your administrator to request that the test be unlocked.
Additionally, if you have already completed your test, you may not be able to access it again depending on the settings for that particular exam. You should be able to view a score report though, which may include links to review test questions, again depending on the settings for that particular exam. ^ top
How do I change my username and/or password?
After logging into your account, please click on the User Details tab to change username or password. Any new username will be compared against existing account names to prevent duplicates. ^ topWhat are the ABCTE practice tests?
Designed for prospective teachers and endorsed by the American Board for Certification of Teacher Excellence (ABCTE), these tests are perfect for anyone preparing to take the ABCTE certification tests. They help users build confidence, evaluate strengths and weaknesses, and learn what's necessary to succeed on the ABCTE certification tests.The ABCTE Essay Practice Packages include:
- 4 scored submissions on 2 different practice prompts
- Grammar and spell-checking feature with the option to request feedback in different languages
- An online thesaurus and word bank
- Diagnostic feedback and score interpretation
What are the Cedar Bluff practice tests?
From the comfort of their homes or offices, physician assistants can access Cedar Bluff Assessment Corporation's online, board-simulated, diagnostic practice tests to prepare for high stakes board examinations.- Cedar Bluff Assessment Corporation's practice examinations conform to Cedar Bluff CME Corporation's Certification and Recertification Exam Review Course curriculum (approved for Category I CME by AAPA).
- Our practice examinations are authored by some of the nation's pre-eminent physician assistant educators and practitioners, and meet curriculum requirements specified by the NCCPA blueprint. Cedar Bluff Assessment's exam questions cover every required topic.
- Each Cedar Bluff practice examination is unique -- no test questions are shared by any other Cedar Bluff test.
- Each test is timed to provide the physician assistant with a testing experience similar to that of the national board examination.
- Upon completion, our board review practice examinations are scored automatically by practice domain to identify areas of strength and weakness, enabling physician assistants to target knowledge deficits with remedial study prior to sitting for their board examinations.
- Each practice examination is served from a secure, password-protected environment to ensure confidentiality.