Mobymax Directions for Teachers
Register for Mobymax
Go to www.mobymax.com
Click Have a license? On top right of page
Type in your first and last name. Put in your school’s zip code
Choose your school from the dropdown list.
Click Register Free.
If you already have a Mobymax account click
Sign in here to transfer your classes to the full
Subscription.
Click my settings to set up your account and
Set up your class details.
I would choose 80% pass rate
How to register a student
1. After signing in, click the "Roster" button.
2. Click the "Register new student" link.
3. Enter the student information, and click “Register.” You can register as many students as you would like.
The first time your student signs in to MobyMax, he or she will be given a placement test. Once the placement test is completed, the student’s lessons will be automatically
assigned based on his or her missing skills (Of course, you can assign your own lessons as well).
You can see your student’s progress when you click the subject area button ("Math," "Language," etc.) on the teacher dashboard.
How to edit a student name, username, or password
1. After you sign in, click the "Roster" button.
2. Click the notepad icon next to the student's name.
3. Edit the username or password.
4. Click the “Save” button.
How to print parent letters and login cards
You can print out parent letters and student login cards easily with a few steps.
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After you sign in, click the "Roster" button.
Click the "Print parent letters & login cards" link.
Choose "Parent Letter" or "Login Cards" from the drop-down menu.
Select the students you would like to print the parent letters or login cards for.
Click "Print."
How to delete a student
1. After you sign in, click the "Roster" button.
2. Click the trash can icon next to the student’s name to delete the student.
How to create a group
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After signing in to your teacher account, click the "Roster" button.
Click the "Create or edit group" link.
Click the "create new group" link.
Check the box next to the name of each student that you would like to add to the group.
Click "Save and Close."
How to transfer/promote students
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After you sign in, click the "Roster" button.
Click the "Transfer/promote students" link.
Check the box next to the students you would like to transfer.
Select the teacher to receive the students.
Click the “Transfer” button.
How to share a student between two teachers
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After signing in to your teacher account, click the "Roster" button.
Click the "Share students" link on the right side of the page.
Check the box next to the name(s) of the student(s) you would like to share in the left column.
Select the teacher with whom you would like to share the student(s) in the right column.
Click the "Share Students" button.
The student(s) will now appear in both teachers accounts.
If you need more help you can
Contact Mobymax at
Email: support@mobymax.com
Call: 888-793-8331
They will be glad to help with your questions and look forward to hearing your suggestions
Using Moby Max
When you click on a button a Help box pops up with Info on
resource.
How to assign a lesson in Math or Language
MobyMax automatically assigns lessons based on the standards missed on the adaptive placement test. Y
ou can also manually assign lessons by completing the steps below.
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After you sign in, please click the subject area button (i.e. “Math, “Language,” etc.).
Click the "Lessons" tab.
Click the “Assign Lessons” tab.
Click the student’s name.
Click the grade level.
Check the box(es) next to the lesson(s) you wish to assign.
Click the "Assign" button.
Select a sequence, and click "Continue."
How to order and prioritize the lessons in Math or Language
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After you sign in, click the subject area button (i.e. “Math, “Language,” etc.).
Click the "Lessons" tab.
Click the “Sequence Lessons” tab.
Click a student's name.
Drag the up-down arrow(s) to move the lesson(s) to the desired position.
How to turn off automatically assigned lessons in Math or Language
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After you sign in, click the "Roster" button.
Click the notepad icon next to the student's name.
Click the "Curriculum" tab.
Click the subject area ("Math," Language," etc.).
Uncheck “Automatically assign lessons.”
Click the “Save” button.
Lessons that have already been automatically assigned will remain in the student's lesson sequence unless they are manually unassigned.
How to assign a lesson to a group of students in Math or Language
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After you sign in to your teacher account, click the subject area button (i.e. “Math, “Language,” etc.).
Click the "Lessons" tab.
Click the "Assign Lessons" tab.
Click the "Create Group" link in the bottom left corner of the page.
Enter the name for the group you are creating and click the "Save" button.
Check the box next to the names of the students that you would like to place in the group.
Click the "Save and Close."
Click the group name, which will now appear above your students' names.
Click the grade level for the lessons that you would like to assign.
Check the box next to each lesson you wish to assign.
Click the "Assign" button.
Choose a sequence, and then click the "Continue" button.
How to print Math and Language worksheets
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After you sign in to your teacher account, click the "Worksheets" button.
Click a subject area tab.
Click a grade level.
Select "Show lessons" or "Show standards."
Check the box(es) next to the worksheet(s) you would like to print.
Click the "Print Worksheets" button.
Check the box(es) next to the practice set(s) you would like to print.
Click "Print" or "Create PDF."
How does the adaptive algorithm work in the placement test?
To quickly find missing skills from common core standards in grades kindergarten to eight, we employ many strategies. For example, we present "key" problems from each common core
domain area that represent the most difficult skills in that domain. If a student fails these key problems, we present problems for each of the standards in the domain. The placement test will
automatically end when a student has missed more than 60% of the standards they have been given. For example, if a student misses 10% of the objectives in Kindergarten, 20% of the
objectives in 1st grade, and 31% of the objectives in 2nd grade, they will finish the second grade objectives and the placement test will automatically end.
What is the difference between a "Just missing skills" and "Test all skills"
placement test?
A "Just missing skills" test only tests standards that the student has not yet mastered. As such, the "Just missing skills" test takes much less time than a complete placement test. For example,
if a student has 100% proficiency in grades one through three and has a 90% proficiency in 4th grade and a 40% proficiency in fifth grade, the interim test will start with the standards
comprising the missing 10% of skills in fourth grade and then continue with the remaining 60% missing skills in fifth grade.
A "Test all skills" test is the same as the initial placement test. The complete test is adaptive, which means the test quickly assesses skills in early grades that a student has mastered and only
"dives down" into more detailed assessments in areas a student does not know well.
How to assign a new placement test in Math or Language
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After you sign in, click the subject area button (i.e. “Math, “Language,” etc.).
Click "Placement."
Check the box to the right of the student's name under the "Assign New Test" button.
Click the “Assign New Test” button.
Select "Test all skills" or "Test just missing skills."
Click "Assign."
How to start a student with no placement test in Math or Language
If a student has not yet started a placement test, you can opt to have them not complete one at all. Here's how:
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After you sign in, click the "Roster" button.
Click the notepad icon next to the student's name.
Click the "Curriculum" tab.
Select the subject area ("Math," "Language," etc.)
5. Select “Start student with no placement test.”
6. Click the “Save” button.
How to view the results of the placement test
1. After signing in, click the subject area button (i.e. “Math, “Language,” etc.).
2. Click the "Placement" tab.
3. Click on the grade level in blue to see a detailed report.
How to edit placement test settings for all students at once
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After signing in, click the "Roster" button.
Click the "Bulk update curriculum settings" link.
Check the box next to the student(s) whose settings you would like to update.
Click "Continue."
Click the subject area tab (i.e. “Math, “Language,” etc.).
Edit the placement test settings.
Click "Save."
How to delete an assigned placement test
If a student has already started a placement test that you do not wish for him or her to complete, you can delete it by completing the following steps:
1. After signing in to your teacher account, click the subject area button (i.e. “Math, “Language,” etc.).
2. Click the "Placement" tab.
3. Click the trash can icon next to the words "In Progress."
What are MobyMax Assessments?
MobyMax Assessments are customizable grade level, standard, and skill tests. You can use these assessments to test students' mastery of specific concepts periodically throughout the year.
MobyMax Assessments are different from placement tests. Placement tests are adaptive, formative assessments intended to identify a student's skill gaps. Because placement tests are
adaptive, it's unlikely a student will take the same test twice, and the questions answered are not visible to teachers. Assessments, alternatively, are non-adaptive tests that teachers can tailor
to particular grades, standards, or skills. Because they focus on less material, assessments tend to be shorter in length. Both placement tests and assessments can be assigned throughout the
year at any time if the teacher has a MobyMax Pro license, and both will affect progress monitoring data.
To assign a new assessment, simply complete the following steps:
1. After signing in, click the subject area button, (e.g., "Math," "Language," etc.)
2. Click "Assessments."
3. Check the box(es) next to the student(s) to whom you would like to assign assessments.
4. Click the "Assign New Test" button.
5. Choose a test type.
6. Select the grade level, standards, or skills, and then click the "Assign" button.
Students can access their assessments by signing into their account and clicking on the "Tests" button.
How to enter fractions in MobyMax
When entering fractions, all equivalent fractions or decimals will be marked as correct unless the problem directs students to enter the answer in a specified form (e.g., "enter your answer as a
mixed number"). For example, if the answer is 1/2, they can enter 1/2, .5, .5000000, 4/8, etc.
How to adjust the passing percentage for Math and Language
You can adjust the passing percentage for your entire class by completing these steps:
1. After signing in, click the "My Settings" link.
2. Click the "Curriculum" tab.
3. Enter a percentage in the "Passing Score" box, and then click the "Save" button.
To adjust the passing percentage for individual students:
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After signing in, click the "Roster" button.
Click the notepad icon next to the student's name.
Click the "Curriculum" tab.
Enter a percentage in the "Passing Score" box, and then click the "Save" button.
Different passing percentages cannot be set for different subject areas.
How to set an IEP goal for Math and Language
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Click "Goals & IEP."
Click the "IEP Goals" tab.
Click the notepad icon under "Set Goals."
Select a grade level.
Check the box(es) next to the goal(s) you would like to set. The goals will automatically save.
What is Number Sense?
MobyMax Number Sense lays a strong foundation for math concepts by building basic numeracy skills. In a dynamic lab environment, students begin at Part One (basic number line skills) and
progress through five parts of increasingly complex skills using manipulatives. A helpful “Hint” button on the student dashboard guides the student through the exercises, and teachers can
track student progress on the individual and class level.
Advanced Number Sense modules use the abacus, an ancient tool that allows students to add and subtract numbers at lightning speed. Adding and subtracting on the abacus will likely be a bit
unfamiliar to students at first, but it's a great way for students to build comprehensive knowledge of numbers.
How to restart a student (Number Sense)
To restart a student in Number Sense:
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After signing in, click the "Roster" button.
Click notepad icon next to a student’s name.
Click the “Curriculum” tab.
Click “Number Sense.”
Click “Restart Student.”
Read the prompt and click “OK.”
How to edit Fact Master settings for all students at once
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After signing in, click the "Roster" button.
Click the "Bulk update curriculum settings" link.
Check the box next to the student(s) whose settings you would like to update.
Click "Continue."
Click the "Fact Master" tab.
Edit the Fact Master settings.
Click "Save."
What is Vocabulary?
Moby Vocabulary is a web-based vocabulary learning tool with nearly 7,000 "high utility" practice words. Students take an adaptive placement test to identify their current vocabulary level and
then are quizzed on words in that level. When a student does not know a word, it becomes a part of their word list.
Moby teaches new words in a variety of ways, using definitions, pictures, and sentences to help students learn word meaning. Students practice new words daily for a given amount of time
(we recommend five days, but you can change this if you like). After the words have been "learned," Moby will spiral back to them periodically to ensure that the student retains knowledge of
the word.
How did you create your word list?
Our lower-level words (grade levels 1-4) come from published research on frequently used words and words that are necessary to be a successful reader and writer in each grade level.
Our upper-level words (grade levels 5-7) are from common vocabulary lists, SAT vocabulary, and research. They are based less on frequency of use and more on the goal developing a wide
vocabulary for older students.
How to change Vocabulary settings
To change Vocabulary settings:
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Click "Bulk update curriculum settings."
Select the student's name.
Click the "Continue" button.
Click the "Vocabulary" tab.
Edit the settings.
Click "Save."
How to create lists of vocabulary words
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Click the "Words" tab.
Check the boxes next to the words you would like on the list.
Click the "Assign" button.
Click the "Print list" link on the new screen.
How to restart a student (Vocabulary)
To restart a student in Vocabulary:
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After signing in, click the "Roster" button.
Click notepad icon next to a student’s name.
Click the “Curriculum” tab.
Click “Vocabulary.”
Click the “Restart Student” button.
Read the prompt and click “OK.”
What's the difference between Reading Stories and Reading Skills?
Reading Stories is designed to evaluate a student's overall reading comprehension. Students read grade level fiction and nonfiction texts and answer questions that cover all grade level
standards. Reading Stories does not include lessons or targeted instruction.
Reading Skills is designed to give students lessons and practice on individual reading skills. Students are introduced to grade level reading skills with "Teach Me" lessons and complete practice
sets on individual skills. Most texts in this module are shorter in order to focus on the particular skills being targeted.
How can students view their Short Answer grades?
After you grade student Short Answer responses, students can review their scores by clicking the "Short Answer" button on the student dashboard.
More MobyMax Help ( you will need an internet connection to access)
Reading Stories and Reading Skills
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What's the difference between Reading Stories and Reading Skills?
Why is there no placement test for reading?
Can my students re-read texts once they've moved on to questions?
What are Short Answer questions?
How can students view their Short Answer grades?
How to change a student's grade level in reading stories
How to print Reading Stories worksheets
How to print Reading Skills worksheets
How to set an IEP goal for Reading Skills
How to adjust the passing percentage for Reading
How to assign a lesson in Reading Skills
How to order and prioritize lessons in Reading Skills
How to turn off automatically assigned lessons in Reading Skills
How to assign a lesson to a group of students in Reading Skills
How to interpret Reading Stories progress monitoring data
Writing
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How to create a Writing assignment
How to grade a Writing assignment
Student Motivation and Classroom Tools
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What are Badges?
What are Contests?
How to start a MobyMax Contest
How are points calculated for Contests and Badges?
What are Vibes?
How to assign Vibes
How to create custom Vibes
What is The Wall?
How to adjust Game settings
What's Clicker?
How to start a Clicker session
Fact Master
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How to edit Fact Master settings for all students at once
Why isn't Fact Master automatic anymore?
How is the Fact Mastery table calculated?