Overview of TIDE
The primary purpose of the Test Information Distribution Engine (TIDE) is to manage user and student information. Other tasks available in TIDE are optional, such as managing rosters and appeals, printing test tickets, and monitoring test progress.
This page provides a description of the TIDE system and an overview of user roles and permissions.
Description of TIDE
Cambium Assessment, Inc. (CAI)'s TIDE system supports testing personnel throughout the testing process, from test preparation, to test administration, to post-administration. TIDE includes features to manage users, student information, monitor test progress, and execute administrative functions such as the submission of appeals/score codes.
System Requirements
To use TIDE, you need a recent version of a web browser, such as Firefox, Chrome, Edge, or Safari. For a detailed list of system requirements, which include the supported operating systems and web browsers, refer to Setting up Workstations to Access other CAI Systems. This publication is available in the Technology Guide under Setting up Staff Workstations on the Texas Portal https://texasassessment.gov/.
Understand User Roles and Permissions
Access to tasks in TIDE is determined by the role assigned to each user. Each role has a list of permissions to access certain features within TIDE. This means that you may not have access to all features in the system. Refer to the Assessment System User Matrix on the User Role Permissions page to determine which specific features and tasks within each CAI system you can access.
Note: Your role may not have access to all features that are covered in the guide.