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Students Learn By Doing

Networking Academy uses teaching and assessment methods that help students develop the skills needed to succeed in the classroom and on the jobWe emphasize the hands-on, e-doing aspect of learning to re-enforce skillsCisco Packet Tracer Skills Assessments help students gain confidence that they can actually perform the tasks they have learned in their courses

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Packet Tracer Skills Assessments Innovative New Assessment OfferingAuthentic tasks, complex and performance based Rich, immediate feedback Online, centrally administered environmentAutomatically scored and integrated with gradebookStudents practice in familiar simulation environment Measures performance in addition to knowledgeAllows simultaneous testing for large numbers of studentsPractice without accessing real equipmentHelps instill confidence in mastery of learned skills21st century assessment integrated with networking technology curriculum4 2010 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco Public

# 2010 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco Public4The Networking Academy program has always emphasized the hands-on, e-doing aspect of learning, which re-enforces skills and helps students gain confidence that they can actually perform the tasks they have learned in the classroom. Key features/benefits of Packet Tracer Skills Assessments include:Authentic tasks, complex and performance based Rich, immediate feedback feedback helps students assess their mastery of critical networking skills and areas needing improvementfeedback helps instructors gauge teaching effectivenessOnline, centrally administered environmentAutomatically scored and integrated with gradebookStudents practice in familiar Packet Tracer simulation environment used in the curriculum Measures performance in addition to knowledgeAllows simultaneous testing for large numbers of students Students can take practice exam without accessing real equipmentStudents can use Packet Tracer Skills Assessments both inside and outside the classroom, to learn at their own pace, and at their own convenience (Internet connection required)Helps instill confidence when preparing for the actual hands-on skills exam Packet Tracer Skills Assessments are an innovative example of 21st century assessment integrated with networking technology curriculum 2006, Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Presentation_ID.scr

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Practice Assessments for CCNA CoursesPT Practice Skills Based Assessments (SBAs) are the first Packet Tracer Skills Assessments availableEach CCNA course has a final hands-on skills examAdministered on real equipment in person, or on remotely-accessed equipment Assess ability to apply knowledge and perform real skills to succeed in the workforce PT Practice SBAs provide a technology-based solution to practice for the final hands-on examAvailable for all CCNA Discovery & CCNA Exploration coursesHelp indicate a students readiness for final hands-on exam

6 2010 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco PublicNote: PT Practice SBAs were designed to practice for the final summative skills exams on real equipment, not to replace themPresentation_ID# 2010 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco Public6 2006, Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Presentation_ID.scrBenefits of Packet Tracer Practice SBAs

Provide students with a way to assess their performance and knowledge of networking concepts and skills Assessment environment presents complex and authentic tasks, immediately scores the exams, and provides rich, detailed feedback integrated with the gradebook Helps students and instructors identify areas that need improvement to increase student confidence, satisfaction, and success when preparing for the final hands-on skills examPresentation_ID# 2010 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco Public77 2006, Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Presentation_ID.scr

PT Practice SBA Exam Experience

Launch1Take Exam2Submit It3Automatically Scored4

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58 2010 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco PublicPresentation_ID# 2010 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco Public88The PT Practice SBAs can help students test their competency and knowledge of networking concepts and skills in the familiar Packet Tracer simulation learning environment used in their courses. Practice assessments are immediately scored and provide feedback to help students increase their confidence when preparing for the final hands-on skills exams.

Build sequence for Student Experience:Students use the same online exam system to start a Packet Tracer SBA1) The student selects the exam they wish to take, then the Packet Tracer application and exam launch on their desktop 2) The student takes the exam by following the Packet Tracer activity instructions and performing the tasks. 3) Students submit their work when complete or they can save their work and resume at a later date to finish the exam 4) The exam is automatically scored and results are integrated into the course Gradebook 5) Students can access the Gradebook to view their Item Information Page and get rich feedback about areas mastered and where they need additional study and practice The instructor is also able to view additional feedback and can work with the student to ensure he/she gains the necessary knowledge & practice

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Presentation_ID# 2010 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco Public99The PT Practice SBAs can help students test their competency and knowledge of networking concepts and skills in the familiar Packet Tracer simulation learning environment used in their courses. Practice assessments are immediately scored and provide feedback to help students increase their confidence when preparing for the final hands-on skills exams.

Build sequence for Student Experience:Students use the same online exam system to start a Packet Tracer SBA1) The student selects the exam they wish to take, then the Packet Tracer application and exam launch on their desktop 2) The student takes the exam by following the Packet Tracer activity instructions and performing the tasks. 3) Students submit their work when complete or they can save their work and resume at a later date to finish the exam 4) The exam is automatically scored and results are integrated into the course Gradebook 5) Students can access the Gradebook to view their Item Information Page and get rich feedback about areas mastered and where they need additional study and practice The instructor is also able to view additional feedback and can work with the student to ensure he/she gains the necessary knowledge & practice

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Presentation_ID# 2010 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco Public1010The PT Practice SBAs can help students test their competency and knowledge of networking concepts and skills in the familiar Packet Tracer simulation learning environment used in their courses. Practice assessments are immediately scored and provide feedback to help students increase their confidence when preparing for the final hands-on skills exams.

Build sequence for Student Experience:Students use the same online exam system to start a Packet Tracer SBA1) The student selects the exam they wish to take, then the Packet Tracer application and exam launch on their desktop 2) The student takes the exam by following the Packet Tracer activity instructions and performing the tasks. 3) Students submit their work when complete or they can save their work and resume at a later date to finish the exam 4) The exam is automatically scored and results are integrated into the course Gradebook 5) Students can access the Gradebook to view their Item Information Page and get rich feedback about areas mastered and where they need additional study and practice The instructor is also able to view additional feedback and can work with the student to ensure he/she gains the necessary knowledge & practice

2006, Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Presentation_ID.scrPT Practice SBA Exam

Presentation_ID# 2010 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco Public1111The PT Practice SBAs can help students test their competency and knowledge of networking concepts and skills in the familiar Packet Tracer simulation learning environment used in their courses. Practice assessments are immediately scored and provide feedback to help students increase their confidence when preparing for the final hands-on skills exams.

Build sequence for Student Experience:Students use the same online exam system to start a Packet Tracer SBA1) The student selects the exam they wish to take, then the Packet Tracer application and exam launch on their desktop 2) The student takes the exam by following the Packet Tracer activity instructions and performing the tasks. 3) Students submit their work when complete or they can save their work and resume at a later date to finish the exam 4) The exam is automatically scored and results are integrated into the course Gradebook 5) Students can access the Gradebook to view their Item Information Page and get rich feedback about areas mastered and where they need additional study and practice The instructor is also able to view additional feedback and can work with the student to ensure he/she gains the necessary knowledge & practice

2006, Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Presentation_ID.scrPT Practice SBA Detailed FeedbackHelps Students Identify Areas for Improvement

Proficiency EstimatesDetailed Scoring Feedback 12 2010 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco PublicPresentation_ID# 2010 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco PublicFeedback Detail:Both students and instructors see:Proficiency estimates estimates students skills as none, novice, partial, proficient in a summary table formatDetailed feedback For every scoring opportunity feedback is provided as to correctness of response

12 2006, Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Presentation_ID.scrPT Practice SBA FeedbackAdditional Feedback for InstructorsAccess Student Work ProductTime Stamped Student Log

13 2010 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco PublicPresentation_ID# 2010 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco PublicFeedback Detail for instructors:In addition to the proficiency estimates and detailed scoring feedback, the Item Information Page for instructors also includes the actual .pka activity files submitted by students, exam timing statistics, the students final running configuration, and a timestamped activity log of every IOS command entered by the student during the exam.

13 2006, Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Presentation_ID.scrPT Practice SBA FeedbackAdditional Feedback for Instructors

Presentation_ID# 2010 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco PublicFeedback Detail for instructors:In addition to the proficiency estimates and detailed scoring feedback, the Item Information Page for instructors also includes the actual .pka activity files submitted by students, exam timing statistics, the students final running configuration, and a timestamped activity log of every IOS command entered by the student during the exam.

14 2006, Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Presentation_ID.scrPT Practice SBA FeedbackAdditional Feedback for InstructorsView Activity View Proposed Solution

15 2010 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco PublicPresentation_ID# 2010 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco PublicFeedback Detail for instructors:Instructors can also see the Packet Tracer initial topology and instructions and the answer topology and scripts for the proposed solution

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Administration, Resources and SupportPresentation_ID# 2010 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco PublicActivating a PT Practice SBA

Default ValueCommentsLogin Period1 hour Can be increased up to 14 daysNumber of Exam Attempts20 exam attempts Allows students to take exam as many times as needed to gain proficiencyExam Duration2 hoursCan be adjusted up or down as needed up to a maximum of 10 hoursInstructors activate an exam from the course Assessment Home page using the normal assessment activation processUse the default activation settings or modify as needed# 2010 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco Public1717 Activate the PT SBA just like you would for any other assessment 2006, Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Presentation_ID.scr1Software Requirements

We recommend using the latest version of Packet Tracer Log in to Academy ConnectionClick the Packet Tracer image on the left side of your Home Page

Select Software Downloads then choose the appropriate download optionRequired! Packet Tracer 5.2.1 or above & Java 1.6 or above

To obtain the latest Java versionDownload from www.java.com

To verify that your local computer has required softwareClick the PT Skills Assessment Environment Checker on your class home page

Presentation_ID# 2010 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco PublicBoth PT 5.2.1.x or above & Java 1.6 or above are REQUIRED for all Packet Tracer SBAsWe recommend downloading the latest version of Packet Tracer A link to the PT Skills Assessment Environment Checker is available on the Class homepage for all CCNA courses under View Official Course Material, and on the Assessment resource page in the Course Catalog.

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Instructor Support Available Instructors should report issues, errors, or bugs through the Curriculum and Assessment Quality Support siteTo access this site, log in to Academy Connection and click Help at the top of the page, then select Curriculum and Assessment Quality SupportSelect the Contact Curriculum Team tab, provide as much detail as possible, and then click Submit19 2010 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco PublicTo collaborate with other instructors, join the Cisco Packet Tracer Skills Assessments community discussionTo access the discussion board, log in to Academy Connection and click Forums & Chat under Resources, then select Instructor Community > Online Assessment > Cisco Packet Tracer Skills Assessments

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Zkuenosti Windows & Linux supported32bit and 64bitIE8, Opera, (Chrome), Firefox .Verze PT & JavaPadn PT monost uloen/pokraovnZptn nahrn vsledkuMal/velk psmenaeen na vcPrbn vsledkyJedna verze

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