FAQs - Technical

A general selection of questions and answers relating to technical aspects the Assessment Tool has been collated below. To view a selection of questions and answers relating to Educational aspects, please click here.

For questions relating to specific tabs within the Assessment Tool, please refer to the relevant 'Frequently Asked Questions' links within the 'How to use the Assessment Tool' pages.

If you do not find the information you are looking for, please email your enquiry to us.

1.  Question 1 

   Q1. What are the website addresses (URL's) to access the Training site and the Production site?

   Production/Live site: https://assess.literacyandnumeracyforadults.com

   Training site: https://assesstool-uat.tec.govt.nz

2.  Question 2 

   Q2. Can we integrate the results from the Assessment Tool with our current dataset and assessment records?

   It is possible to export the Assessment Tool results as a CSV file. Along with the assessment results, other data such as the learner’s name, SMS ID and NSN can also be included.

   Depending upon the functionality available in the Student Management System, the organisation could match the exported data with their current SMS dataset and import the Assessment Tool data.

   It is also possible to export reports in a number of formats, creating the possibility of Learning Management System integration if this is required.

3.  Question 3 

   Q3. What can I use for demonstration purposes to my organisation?

   A Demonstration PowerPoint presentation was used during the demonstrations in April 2010 and is available here for downloading to use for internal organisations demonstrations.

   Assessment Tool Demonstration Presentation

4.  Question 4 

   Q4. Is there a way that we can trial the Assessment Tool before using it with our learners?

   Educators and Organisation Administrators are able to trial the Assessment Tool on the training site (https://assesstool-uat.tec.govt.nz). They can upload students from their own database or use test learners from the help file.

   Please note that the intention of the training site is to explore the administrative and reporting features. Whilst it is still possible to sit assessments, we do not promote this practice. Learners should only sit assessments from within the Production/Live site http://assess.literacyandnumeracyforadults.com.

5.  Question 5 

   Q5. Where can I obtain a Provider Code?

   The Ministry of Education will assign you with a Provider Code once you have submitted your ESAA Login Application.

6.  Question 6 

   Q6. Are there any resources available to assist us in setting up the Assessment Tool for our organisation?

   Yes. There are a number of resources to assist with your organisations use of the Assessment Tool:

   • 'How-to' documents for the various functions of Organisation Administrator role can be found here.
   • The Assessment Tool Service Desk can be contacted for advice/support regarding setting up the Assessment Tool within your organisation. Contact details can be found here.
   • Refer below for guideline documents about setting up the Assessment Tool in PTE's and ITP's:

   PTE Organisation Guidelines (PDF, 178 kB)

   Single Site ITP Guidelines (PDF, 200 kB)

7.  Question 7 

   Q7. Can anyone use the Literacy and Numeracy for Adults Assessment Tool?

   The Assessment Tool is aimed at learners who have the literacy, numeracy and vocabulary skills as described in the Learning Progressions, while assuming that they can also follow simple instructions and use a computer with a mouse.

   The Assessment Tool would not be suitable for those learners whose skills fall below the literacy Learning Progressions, i.e. learners working at Starting Points.

   The Vocabulary Assessment provides one way to assess learners who are not yet able to complete a reading assessment using the Assessment Tool.

8.  Question 8 

   Q8. How is Learner assessment data and demographic information kept secure within the Assessment Tool?

   At a technical level all traffic to and from the Assessment Tool is encrypted. The HTTPS protocol is used to transport all data between the student's browser and the servers on which the application runs. The servers – including the database – sit in a secure TEC data centre which uses best practice firewall configurations to minimise the likelihood of unauthorised access to Learner information.

   The “access and use of data” document (referred to in the Assessment Tool Acceptable Use Agreement and available on the literacyandnumeracyforadults.com website) sets out the protocols that are being applied to people using and supporting the Assessment Tool and we believe should address any privacy issues that may be raised.

9.  Question 9 

   Q9. Are the stimulus text and questions for reading on the same page?

   The stimulus for the reading questions appear on the left hand side of the screen within the online assessment or the left hand page of a booklet for printed assessments. In both cases the questions are on the right hand side.

10.  Question 10 

    Q10. Can Learners use a dictionary when sitting a Vocabulary assessment?

    No. Learners should not make use of a dictionary or other learning aids when sitting a Vocabulary assessment.

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