Performance Pathways Launches Bubble Reader 3.0 for Assessment Builder

July 1, 2008 - PRLog -- In an effort to increase performance and simplify the user experience, Performance Pathways (http://www.perfpathways.com) launched version 3.0 of its popular Bubble Reader software for Assessment Builder Tuesday.

The software, used to score local benchmark assessments created in Assessment Builder (http://www.perfpathways.com/Products%20Page/Assessmentbuilder.html), provides tremendous performance improvements over the prior version.

Some changes have been made under the hood, while tweaks to the user-interface have
also been implemented. However, users familiar with Bubble Reader don’t have to worry about re-learning the software, the scanning process remains virtually the same (just easier).

The version update includes improvements to the review screen. Prior to this version, users had to switch screens back and forth to review scanned tests. In Bubble Reader 3.0 the results are displayed in a group of windows, making it easier for users to quickly review scanned tests for errors.

There are also changes under the hood that drastically improve performance and reduce the time needed to upload and review documents.

“The processing time required to upload and score results has been drastically reduced,” said Drew Lynch, Vice President of Product Development. “Uploads are at least ten times faster than they were in earlier versions.”

Version 3.0 incorporates the latest version of Remark Office OMR technology including updates that make OMR recognition software more accurate.

Support for up to ten custom scan sheets is also included in this release.

For more information on Bubble Reader 3.0 or any Performance Pathways product call 1.866.457.1990, email info@perfpathways.com, or visit http://www.perfpathways.com.

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Performance Pathways, Inc. is a leading developer and provider of curriculum and assessment solutions for the PreK-12 environment. The Performance Pathways product suite offers three seamlessly integrated applications designed to provide teachers and administrators the data they need to make informed, timely decisions regarding student instruction.

This unique and powerful suite of products includes Performance Tracker, Assessment Builder, and TechPaths, each featuring cutting-edge technology combined with a user-friendly interface. These applications are helping over 700 districts in 47 states (including statewide initiatives in New Hampshire and South Dakota) build a data-informed culture where curriculum and assessment data help educators revise and enhance curriculum based on student needs.