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The Pearson Onscreen Platform Offline Dashboard is the onscreen testing system which is accessed by approved centres to facilitate learners taking onscreen tests.
The software must be installed on each PC where tests take place, it is typically installed on laptops where testing will take place away from the centre and not necessarily in a classroom environment.
The Offline Dashboard software may also be used to run tests in Online mode, but you must ensure there is a strong internet connection so that the test will perform correctly.
This guide will explain how to install the software and add Trusted Sites.
Minimum System Requirements:
Windows 7 SP1 or greater
Dual core processor
Minimum 10GB Hard disk space
RAM 512MB
Network Adapter installed
Screen Resolution of 1024x768 or higher
Pre-Requisites:
Microsoft .NET Framework 4.5 or higher
Full administration rights during installation
IIS Express 8.0 or higher
Port 8080 is open & available
Windows Media Player 11 or higher
Access to the Pearson Assessor Dashboard (PAD).
1. Download the POP Offline Dashboard installation file by using one of the following links:
Single PC install: click here
MSI for network distribution: click here
2. The installation files are contained in a Zip folder. Once downloaded right click on the Zip folder and from the pop up menu select ‘Extract All’.
Open the folder that has just been extracted and right click the PearsonOfflinePOP.exe file and select ‘Run as Administrator’ to begin installation of the POP Offline Dashbaord software.
3. The setup will run a diagnostic test to confirm that your system meets minimum technical requirements.
Please note: If your system does not meet the minimum technical requirements, the installation will attempt to install the necessary software that is missing, which will require you to accept the terms and conditions. If there is not enough free space on the hard drive, the installation will not continue.
Click ‘Install’ to continue
4. Click ‘Next’ to start the setup wizard and follow the instructions on the installer.
Please note:
During the installation you will be asked to confirm the location where the POP Offline Dashboard will be saved on your computer.
You should also see the following message: ‘Please specify the URL of the TDP Bridge’ - if you do not see this, it means the file was not extracted as indicated in Step 2. If this is the case, please cancel the install and revert to Step 2.
5. Once the installation is complete click ‘Finish’ to exit the wizard; you will then see the message ‘Setup Successful’.
The Offline Dashboard icon will appear on your desktop as a shortcut.
The POP Offline Dashboard has now been installed on your PC.
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- To ensure the Pearson Onscreen Platform can communicate with Pearson you need to add 3 addresses to Windows Trusted Sites.
- Open the Start menu by hitting the Windows key and type 'control panel', then select Control Panel App:
- In the top-right of the Control Panel, make sure that 'View by' is set to 'Large icons
- Select 'Internet Options'
- Select the ‘Security’ tab,’Trusted Sites’ then click the ‘Sites’ button.
- Add the following addresses to Windows trusted sites by typing the address into the ‘Add this website to the zone’ field and clicking the ‘Add’ button:
- https://popoffline.pearson.com:8080/
- https://btecng.pearson.com
- Once the addresses have been entered click ‘Close’ to exit.
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Pearson Onscreen Platform (POP): Onscreen Testing Declaration Form
Pearson Onscreen Platform LAN/Classroom Installation Guide
