In order to do the tests, you need access to a computer with the following minimum requirements, these are the minimum. If you do not have a computer with these requirements, then you need to find one. We suggest asking a friend or family member to use theirs, or see if your church will allow you to use one. In this day and age, someone will have one you can use for a few hours.

• PC or Mac
• RAM - 64MB or more
• Operating System - Any
• Monitor - 800 x 600 SVGA, 256 Color Resolution or better
• Internet Web Browser with Java Support such as Internet Explorer or Mozilla
• Modem or, our preferred method, a high speed connection, DSL, etc. The faster the better.
• Sun Java 5 or better. Click here to test for Java on your computer. It is free.

You will need scratch paper and pencils for math questions.

You will need a quite place without distractions, so computer location is a factor.

Very Important: Follow the directions outlined in the forms we mailed you. It is essential that you read and follow every detail. The letter you received, entitled, "Testing Instructions for MAP", contains your "Name and Password" which you will use at the NWEA Test Taker Window to log-in. The letter also contains a list of the tests your student should take and your students ID#. You will need this information as you set up the tests. If you lost your letter, then contact our office by e-mail, testing@acces-inc.com, or call 1-800-854-5840 for the "Name and Password". If you lost your letters, then you will need to download the following PDF files listed below. They are the same as the original forms we sent you. You must read and follow the directions on these forms in order to have a successful testing time.