Testing Centers
Delivering secure computer-based exams at scale
What is a testing center?
A testing center is a dedicated room equipped with computers and supervised by proctors, where students can take secure computer-based exams.
Benefits of a testing center
Block AI services
Ensure exam integrity by blocking access to AI services and question-answering websites (such as ChatGPT, Copilot, Chegg, and CourseHero), fostering academic honesty and fair assessment.Professional proctoring staff
Ensure a fair and equitable experience for all students by using professional proctors who are trained to uphold the testing center policies and prevent violations. In addition, this relieves instructors from proctoring duties, freeing course staff time for other essential activities.Reliable check-in process
Enhance security measures by verifying students' identities at the lab entrance through their student ID cards. In addition, all personal belongings, including phones, are securely stored before entering the testing environment.Flexible and efficient scheduling
Offer exams asynchronously over 2-3 days, optimizing space utilization in smaller computer labs for larger classes. Eliminate the need for instructors to manage make-up or conflict exams, streamlining the exam process for both students and faculty.Student-centric exam scheduling
Empower students, especially those balancing family and work obligations, with the flexibility to schedule exams at their preferred times within the exam period. Enable easy reservation modifications and cancellations up to the selected exam time, providing convenience and autonomy.Seamless exam overrides
Empower instructors to effortlessly grant overrides for students facing unexpected circumstances, such as illness or unavoidable absences during the exam period.Efficient use of faculty time
Free up faculty time with a centralized testing center. From scheduling to accommodations, the testing center handles exam logistics efficiently, allowing faculty to focus on teaching and student support.Authentic testing
Create an authentic testing environment by providing students with access to compilers, debuggers, and graphical software, ensuring a comprehensive assessment of their skills and knowledge.Streamlined accommodation process
Facilitate the accommodation process for students, ensuring they have the support to take exams in the same environment as their peers. Whether it's extended time or access to additional resources, the process is simplified, promoting inclusivity and equal opportunities.
Academic accommodations
Students with documented academic accommodations can take the exams in the same setting as their classmates by using special seats inside the testing center. A variety of common requests can be accommodated:
- Extended exam time
- Reduced distraction environment
- Text-to-speech software
- Accessible seating for students with wheelchairs or other mobility needs
- Special arrangements for bathroom breaks
- Access to disability related technology or equipment
- Special/adjustable furniture
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