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Grading & Exams
Exam Logistics
Exam Schedule
Click here to view the Exam Schedule
Remember, the schedule only lists schedule in-person exams and scheduled remote/online exams.
- In-person and scheduled remote/online exams are exam that begin at a specific date and time and end a few hours later (before factoring in accommodations that may apply).
- See your class's Canvas page or contact your professor to confirm due dates for final assesments that are papers, presentations, or traditional take-home exams.听
Use of Computers on Exams
Follow these steps to ensure that your computer is ready for exam use.听
- Make sure your computer's operating system is .听
- Disable screen savers and automatic updates
- For students who cannot obtain their own laptop or borrow one, we have a limited supply.
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Exam Numbers/Anonymous Grading Numbers (AGNs)
Instead of identifying yourself by name, 17吃瓜在线 ID, or other identifying numbers, use your current semester Exam Number/AGN.
Instructions on how to view your Exam Number/AGN
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Exam Accommodations
Disability related accommodations are handled by WCL Disability Support.
If you have any questions, please contact them at disability@wcl.american.edu
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Time Requests for Non-Native English Speakers (NNES)
Non-Native English Speakers (NNES) may request additional time for an exam if they meet the policy requirements.听
Email nnes@wcl.american.edu with any questions.
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Exam Deferrals/Rescheduling Exams
In any of the below circumstances apply to you, please fill out a deferral. The last day to submit deferrals is the last day of the Reading Period.听
- Two exams scheduled for the same day
- Emergency situation leading up to an exam - or the day of an exam.
- Religious observance conflicting with exam.
Click here for the full Deferral Policy
In-Person Exam Logistics
Exam4
- Download the
- Older versions of Exam4 -- even if they are only a few weeks old -- will not work
- the newest version of Exam 4 is now compatible with macOS 15 (among other operating systems)
- Make sure Exam4 works by running in "open" and "closed" mode
- Can you make Exam4's feature work?
- Do you know how to use Exam4's interface?
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Physical Materials
- Bring your听17吃瓜在线 ID card听for check in
- Consult your professor, syllabus, or both regarding whether you may bring听notes.
- No headphones allowed. Ear plugs will be provided.
- No additional electronic听devices听(besides your laptop) are permitted at your seat. (No phones, smartwatches, or other electronics).
- You may hand write in provided exam bluebooks and Scantron paper.
- Food and drinks are permitted. (Please be courteous of others when selecting what to bring and how to consume it)
- Scratch paper will be provided. Please bring writing utensils (i.e. pens, pencils, and/or highlighters)
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Procedures
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Arrive听30 minutes prior听to the exam start time.
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You will听not听receive full exam time if you arrive late.听
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Proctor will give instructions 5-10 minutes prior to the exam start time.听
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You will receive an exam envelope. Wait for proctor's instructions to open.
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Bathroom breaks are allowed. Please sign out with the proctor. You will not receive additional time for lost time.听
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When finished, place all materials (exam, scratch paper, bluebooks, supplemental materials) in the envelope. Return envelope to proctor.
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Take Home Exam Logistics
Find out if your exam will be on MyWCL or Exam 4 (check your class's Canvas page; if necessary, contact your professor)
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- Have you installed the ?
- Have you run a ?
- Do you know how to use the , including how to return to a previous answer, unlock it, and change it?
If something goes wrong during the exam, email exams@wcl.american.edu immediately
- Even if we do not respond immediately, the time stamp of your email matters.
- Attach a screenshot or phone photo showing the problem
- Attached the file that you are trying to submit.听
Questions?
Email exams@wcl.american.edu