Technology Set-up
The ACT Aspire assessment is comprised of several technology-based components that work together to deliver test content to students.
Information and resources for the ACT Aspire Portal can be found by clicking on the button to the right, or by selecting “ACT Aspire Portal” on the menu ribbon the top of this page.
Technical bulletins and news can be located by clicking on the Bulletins link to the right, or by selecting “News” on the menu ribbon at the top of this page.
Installable TestNav
Desktop App
An installable version of the browser based TestNav 8 application designed to be used on desktops and laptops.
iPad App
An installable app version of the browser based TestNav 8 application designed to be used on iPads.
Chromebook App
An installable app version of the browser based TestNav 8 application designed to be used on Chromebooks.
Additional Technology Resources
Click the button to the right to expand a list of additional technology resources that can be found on Avocet. Click the resource name to visit that resource on Avocet.
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ACT Aspire Portal User Guide
The users guide for the ACT Aspire administrative portal.
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ACT Aspire Technical Readiness Manual
The technology users guide for the ACT Aspire computer-based assessment.
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Technology Coordinator Checklist
A checklist of activities that technology coordinators can perform to prepare for the ACT Aspire assessment.
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Sample Contingency Plan
A sample list of steps to take if rare circumstances (ex. an unplanned fire drill) were to occur during a computer based assessment.