Checklist: WIDA MODEL Online Transition to Pearson

As WIDA MODEL Online transitions to a new platform, each school/district must complete specific tasks to ensure a smooth transition. The timing of some of these tasks depends on your next testing window. However, all accounts must close out their MetriTech Test Administrator Interface (TAI) account and set up their new account in the Pearson system. Use the checklist below to guide you through the process.

If you plan to test in spring 2025, you have the following options:

Option 1: Use the MetriTech platform for spring testing and switch to testing in the Pearson system in the fall. Keep in mind that June 30, 2025, is the last day to access your MetriTech MODEL account.

Option 2: Use the Pearson platform for spring testing. Testing using the Pearson platform can begin June 2, 2025.

If you do not have plans for a spring administration, you will start testing with the Pearson system in the fall. However, you must complete steps to close out your MetriTech MODEL Online account by June 30, 2025, and activate your Pearson MODEL Online account prior to fall testing (see below).

The last day to access the MetriTech TAI is June 30, 2025. Complete the following tasks to prepare:

• Early April: Make sure the account administrator (e.g. account owner) listed in your MetriTech MODEL account is correct and up to date. NOTE: This is essential because only the account administrator will receive the initial login credentials for the Pearson platform in May. Other users will be added to the Pearson platform by the account administrator. If you are unsure who the account administrator is for your school or district, contact MetriTech at ModelSupport@metritech.com.
   
• By June 30, 2025: Complete any spring testing occurring in the MetriTech TAI.
   
• By June 30, 2025: Download all desired student score reports and data from MetriTech TAI, including Individual Student Reports, Location Roster Reports and District Roster Reports.
   
• If using MODEL Screener, make plans to implement another screener assessment.

• Learn more about TestNav system requirements. TestNav will need to be installed on all devices used for testing. If needed, work with your technology department to download and install TestNav. Verify TestNav is working properly before testing begins. More information on how to prepare devices for testing will be available in early May.
   
• Visit the WIDA MODEL Resource Center website (available in early May) for training on navigating the Pearson test management platform (ADAM), links to test directions and practice tests, and more.
   
• Account administrators should log in to their Pearson MODEL account (login credentials will be sent by email in early May). Begin to set up your account by adding users, setting up school organizations (locations), and rostering students.
   
• Attend a live training webinar* (registration links coming soon):
  • May 13, 3-4:30pm CT
  • May 15, 5-6:30am CT
  • August 6, 3-4:30pm CT
    *A recording of this webinar will be available in the MODEL Resource Center in late May.
     
• As determined by your testing window plans, begin testing on the Pearson platform which will be available starting June 2, 2025.