Access short training modules that provide a step-by-step walk-through on using PearsonAccessnext and tasks for computer-based testing, and recordings of previous training sessions along with relevant materials from the sessions.
Some of the training videos below contain chapter breaks for easier viewing. To view the chapter breaks within a video, click on the 
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PearsonAccess Next Overview Training Video for Test Administrators
Modules to Assist with Pre-Administration Tasks
The Student Registration/Personal Needs Profile module gives an overview of the steps for ordering materials and updating selected accommodations for computer-based testing and paper-based testing
The Accessibility and Accommodations module outlines the accommodations and accessibility features for computer-based and paper-based MCAS testing
The Infrastructure Trial for Technology Coordinators module gives an overview of the steps to prepare for and administer an Infrastructure Trial
The Infrastructure Trial for Test Coordinators and Test Administrators module gives an overview of the steps to prepare for and administer an Infrastructure Trial
The Creating Sessions module gives an overview of the steps to create sessions for computer-based testing (CBT)
Recordings of Training Sessions to Assist with Pre-Administration Tasks
Overview of Infrastructure Trials for Principals and Test Coordinators for New Staff – January 25-26, 2024
Overview of Infrastructure Trials for Returning Principals and Test Coordinators – January 23, 2024
Introduction to MCAS Computer-Based Testing – January 17, 2024
Writing Expectations on MCAS ELA Tests- December 2022
Recordings of Training Sessions to Assist with PearsonAccess Next Tasks
Tasks in PAN During Testing – March 12, 2024
PAN Tasks for Accessibility & Accommodations – February 29, 2024
Tasks in PAN Before Testing – February 27, 2024
Recordings of Training Sessions to Assist Technology Coordinators
Overview of Infrastructure Trials for Technology Coordinators – January 24, 2024
Recordings of Training Sessions to Assist with the 2024 Civics Field Test
MCAS Grade 8 Civics Virtual Informational and Training Session – November 9, 2023
Informational Session on the Spring 2024 MCAS Civics Field Test – September 26, 2023
Modules to Assist with Tasks to Complete During Testing
The Moving Students Between Sessions module explains how to move students from one session to another session using the PearsonAccessnext User Interface.
The Resolving Incorrect Accommodations During Testing module discusses the steps to update a student's PNP after starting computer-based testing without the correct accommodation.
The Sessions Management module explains how to prepare, start, manage, and stop computer-based test sessions.
The PAN Dashboards module explains how to access, navigate, and change settings for the PAN Dashboards.
Recordings of Training Sessions to Assist with Tasks to Complete During and After Testing
MCAS Test Administration and Security Protocols for Returning Staff – January 31, 2024
Recordings of Training Sessions for the MCAS Performance Appeals
Recording of Reporting Webinar for Using MCAS Early Release Data
MCAS 2023 Preliminary Data and Discrepancy Reporting – August 8, 2023