Please make sure that your computer meets all of the requirements detailed below.
Note that you may need administrative access to be able to install applications or make other changes to your computer. If the computer you are using is not your own personal property, you may need to contact your organization's IT department to make such updates.
To make your product experience as smooth as possible, our system checks that your device uses a supported web browser and operating system for the product you are accessing. Learn more about browser settings and this compatibility check.
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You may receive a message that some Mastering assignment content cannot be displayed because it requires a browser player or plug-in. Click the player or plug-in name below to download the latest version. If the browser you’re using no longer supports such players or plug-ins (like recent versions of Chrome or Firefox), please use another supported browser for this content.
These players and plug-ins may have their own system requirements, which can be found on their websites. In some cases, you may need to register for the player or plug-in, and you may need to restart your computer when you finish the download and installation.
Note: Any assigned PhET tutorials cannot be run on an iPad or Android tablet due to Flash, Java, and other requirements for these interactive simulations.
To make your product experience as smooth as possible, our system checks that your device uses a supported web browser and operating system for the product you are accessing. More about browser settings and this compatibility check.
After you sign into your Mastering course on a computer at least once, you can use a smartphone or tablet to work on Mastering assignments, Dynamic Study Modules, or Learning Catalytics sessions. (Educators, a student account is needed to work in Mastering standard’s Mobile view.) You may need to return to your computer to complete some assignment items. Supported browsers are listed above. The Kindle is not supported.
The Simple Editor (also known as the Authoring Tool) enable you to produce custom assignable items.
Requirements for the Simple Editor match the latest operating systems and browsers for Mastering (above). To access all features of the Simple Editor, set your browser security to allow pop-ups.