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Forward Exam Technology Resources and Requirements

Visit the Forward Exam Calendar webpage for dates of 2023-24 resource availability. 

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Curriculum and Instruction

"How To" Informational Handouts

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Install COS and INSIGHT on a Chromebook 

Manuals/Guides

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Technology User Guide
Volume I - Introduction to Online Testing
Volume II - Central Office Services (COS)
Volume III - DRC INSIGHT
Volume IV - Troubleshooting
Updates to the Technology User Guide  2024-25

System/Device Requirements

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ChromeOS Device Support 2024-25   

Tech Bulletins

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DRC System Release Plans for 2024-25

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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Technology Trainings

2023-24 Key Dates and Key Changes

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2023-24 DRC INSIGHT System and Network Requirements

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2023-24 DRC INSIGHT Solution Overview

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

2023-24 Central Office Services (COS) and Services Devices (COS-SD)

Overview, Installing, Configuring, and Managing COS

 

 

 

2023-24 Testing Device Preparation Recommendations

 

 

 

 

2023-24 Support and Troubleshooting Resources

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Setting up Technology for In-Person Testing at Alternate Sites

This training is to help technology coordinators set up Alternate testing sites for in-person testing that are not typically used for administering the Forward Exam. Refer also to the Information on Testing from an Alternate Site Handout above.