WIDA MODEL Is on the Move
WIDA MODEL has moved to a new platform
As of June 2025, the MODEL Online testing platform is hosted by Pearson. Use this page to learn about the change, the transition timeline and how to onboard to the Pearson platform.
Key Details
MODEL Online has a new test management platform and test delivery application; the MODEL Online test content did not change as a part of the transition. The new platform now offers improved accessibility, usability and efficiency to the testing experience. Learn more in this WIDA MODEL has moved article.
There are no changes to the ordering process; WIDA MODEL continues to be available for purchase through the WIDA Store.
What To Expect
Test Content
The MODEL test content has remained the same. No new test content was added as part of this transition, and all four domains will still be required to generate score reports.
Discontinuation of MODEL Screener Test Forms
WIDA has discontinued MODEL Screener test forms for MODEL Online as of June 2025. This means that the MODEL Screener forms are not available on the Pearson MODEL platform. Below are recommendations to help determine another screener assessment for your context:
WIDA Consortium member states: WIDA recommends using WIDA Screener to screen students as this assessment was developed specifically for this purpose. WIDA Screener is available in two formats: online (available for free for WIDA Consortium member states) and paper (available for purchase in the WIDA Store).
International and U.S. independent schools: WIDA recommends using WIDA Screener Paper (available for purchase in the WIDA Store) to screen students as this assessment was developed specifically for this purpose. However, if you require an online screening option, the full-length version of MODEL Online in the Pearson platform can be used. The full-length version includes additional Listening and Reading items, but this does not significantly increase the administration time.
Test Expiration Updates and Policies
As of June 1, 2025, test license expiration dates changed from two years to one year for all tests purchased on or after this date. Please note the following details:
New purchases: Licenses purchased on or after June 1, 2025, will expire one year from the date of purchase.
Renewals and additional purchases: As of June 1, 2025, adding or purchasing new licenses does not extend the expiration dates of previously purchased licenses.
Existing licenses: Test licenses were added to the Pearson platform on June 1 based upon the quantity available in the MetriTech platform at the end of May and those licenses will retain their current expiration dates.
Important Dates
May 2025
The WIDA MODEL Resource Center launched. On this public website you’ll find training on navigating the Pearson test management platform (ADAM), links to test directions and practice tests, technology resources and more.
Week of May 12, 2025
- Account administrators received access to log in to ADAM via LaunchPad.
- Live training webinars were held. A recording is available on the Training page of the WIDA MODEL Resource Center.
June 1, 2025
Test licenses were added to the Pearson platform based upon the quantity available in the MetriTech platform at the end of May.
June 2, 2025
Testing began on the Pearson MODEL platform.
June 30, 2025
The last day users could access the MetriTech MODEL Online accounts.
Early July
A license true-up occured as the Pearson system did not account for any licenses used in the MetriTech platform in June. Any licenses used in the MetriTech platform in June were deducted from license counts in ADAM.
July-August 2025
Prepare for your fall testing administration. An Implementation Checklist will be emailed to your MODEL Online Account Administrator and new resources will be available on the WIDA MODEL Resource Center.
August 6, 2025
Register for a live Pearson platform training webinar from 3-5 p.m. CT on Aug. 6.
Questions?
For general inquiries about WIDA MODEL and this transition, contact the WIDA Client Services Center. For implementation and planning support, contact Suzanne Johar at suzanne.johar@wceps.org. For technical assistance and questions about the Pearson platforms please contact Pearson customer support.
New Platforms: An Overview
TestNav
TestNav is Pearson’s online test platform that will deliver all four MODEL Online language domains to students. TestNav ensures a secure testing environment and prevents students from navigating away from the test session once administration has begun. It includes embedded universal tools and accessibility features. All testing devices will need to have TestNav downloaded and installed. TestNav is compatible with Chrome OS, iPadOS, macOS and Windows. View the current system requirements for TestNav.
- New Feature: Additional Accessibility Tools
TestNav provides a more accessible student experience, including keyboard navigation and automatic test content reflow, which allows students to view content clearly on any device.
ADAM
ADAM (Assessment Delivery and Management) is Pearson’s platform for managing assessments. Educators will use ADAM to download MODEL Online test administration materials, administer the test, view score reports and more. ADAM is compatible with current web browsers.
- New Feature: Simplified Test Flow
Domain tests can be administered in any order. Speaking does not need to be administered before Listening, and Writing does not need to be administered before Reading. A Writing Quick Score is no longer required, which means only one Writing score needs to be entered per student at the end of testing.
- New Feature: Flexible Proctoring
In ADAM, flexible test session setup means students can easily switch proctor groups and be added late to test sessions that have already been started. You will be able to create proctor groups ahead of time for specific groups of students or create a single proctor group for all students and administer the test to students with total flexibility.
- New Feature: Enhanced Reporting
For schools and districts that administer MODEL twice a year, Individual Student Reports (ISRs) will include student scores from both administrations, making it easier to visualize beginning-of-year to end-of-year growth. Dynamic reporting dashboards show aggregate score data at the school and district level. In addition, dynamic activity reports track real-time testing activity.
LaunchPad
LaunchPad is Pearson’s rostering platform. MODEL Online users log in and roster both administrative users and students to ADAM via LaunchPad.
- New Feature:
Annual Rostering LaunchPad and ADAM support simple rostering and year-over-year maintenance of student data. Each school year, schools and districts will upload roster data for the students that need to be tested via LaunchPad. If the student’s unique source identifier stays the same year over year, the student’s longitudinal and test history data will remain intact.
WIDA MODEL Resource Center
The WIDA MODEL Resource Center is a public website that provides essential tools necessary to prepare for and administer MODEL Online. It includes resources on technology, training, implementation tools, practice tests and more. In addition, quick links to download TestNav and log in to ADAM via LaunchPad are available.
Checklist: Onboarding to the Pearson WIDA MODEL Online System
Getting Started
As you prepare to implement WIDA MODEL Online on the new Pearson platform, this guide is designed to support a smooth and successful transition.
Onboarding to Your Pearson Account
- Learn more about TestNav system requirements and download TestNav on the Technology Resources section of the WIDA MODEL Resource Center.
- Visit the WIDA MODEL Resource Center for training on navigating the Pearson test management platform (LaunchPad and ADAM), links to test directions and practice tests, and more.
- Account administrators should log in to their Pearson MODEL account (login credentials were sent by email in May from 'Pearson LaunchPad'). If you believe that you should have received this email and did not please check your spam folder or navigate to the LaunchPad login page and click “First Time Sign In/Reset Password.” This will resend the welcome email.
- Begin to set up your account by creating school level organizations (locations), adding additional users to your account and rostering students. If you are unsure who the account administrator is for your school or district, contact Pearson Customer Support.
- Use the following resources to learn how to use the Pearson platforms and administer the WIDA MODEL Online assessment:
- Review the LaunchPad User Guide and ADAM User Guide
- Take the LaunchPad/ADAM Training Course (alternative to reading the guides - available mid-July)
- View the Recorded Training Webinar or register for the upcoming live training webinar on August 6, 3-5 p.m. CT (alternative to reading the guides)
- Review the updated Test Administrator Manual as well as other test administration and scoring training materials (Login to ADAM via LaunchPad to view/download these resources)
- As determined by your testing window plans, begin testing on the Pearson platform for the 2025-2026 school year.