LSU Testing Center Policy

 

This is a set of polices that apply to the LSU Testing Center. LSU Testing and Evaluation Services recommends that all student and faculty users familiarize themselves with these policies prior to using their testing services. The policies include proper protocols for scheduling exams and arriving on site to check-in for scheduled exams as well as behaviors that are not permitted while on site at the LSU testing center. For any questions regarding these policies, please email otes-testing@lsu.edu 

1. Required Identification

Students must present a current, valid, physical photo ID for check-in. A valid photo ID constitutes as a non-expired, government issued ID including:

a LSU Student ID (Tiger Card), Driver's License, Passport, etc.

    • LA Wallet is NOT currently accepted as a physical form of ID
    • The picture on the ID must be completely visible
    • The names on the ID must match the names used to register for the exam
    • Students that have a name change or use a preferred name different from the name registered in our system must go to the Tiger Card Office and either:                  1)  Put their birthname on the back of their Tiger Card, or 2) Change the name on their Tiger Card to the name listed in our RegisterBlast system.
    • Digital identification is not permitted. You will NOT be allowed to take an exam if: you do not have a physical photo ID, the information on the ID conflicts with your registration information, or you cannot be personally identified based on your ID credentials!

2. LSU Testing Center Entrance

Students will enter the LSU Testing Center through the exterior entrance located between Coates and Himes Hall (instead of the old entrance near Memorial Tower)

    • The LSU Testing Center is monitored via cameras and incidents can be reviewed using DVR footage
    • Only students that are currently checked-in for an exam appointment will be allowed onto the LSU Testing Center floor
    • Visitors (non-testers) must check-in at the front office 51 Himes Hall

3. Test Check-in   

Students may check-in up to 15 minutes before their scheduled exam time

    • For students who arrive at the LSU Testing Center more than 15 minutes after their scheduled exam time:
      • The student will be directed to the scheduling computers in the Testing Center to reschedule their exam

4. Test Scheduling

All exams must be scheduled via SmarterProctoring, which is accessible through Moodle. For instructions on how to schedule or reschedule an exam, refer to the  Scheduling Exam Resources page.

    • Walk-in appointments are not permitted
    • Any exams that need to be scheduled outside of the normal testing window must be arranged with the course instructor
    • Students may reschedule their exams on their own using the same SmarterProctoring link.
      • If you are having trouble rescheduling your exam within the approved testing window, do NOT cancel your test appointment unless instructed to by an OTES Staff member. Contact the Main Office (225-578-1145) or come to the Testing Center (Himes 52) for assistance.

5. Non Permitted Items/Activities

The LSU Testing Center does NOT permit the following:

    • Food
    • Chewing gum
    • Drinks without a sealable lid
    • Smoking, chewing tobacco, or vaping devices (10.2 G of the LSU Code of Student Conduct)
    • Watches/fitness trackers of any kind
    • Scooters
    • Sunglasses and darkly tinted glasses
    • Calculator covers
    • Disruption or obstruction of LSU Testing Center activities (10.2 F of the LSU Code of Student Conduct)
      Students engaging in disruptive or distracting behavior may be asked to end their testing session and leave the LSU Testing Center

6. Permitted Items/Activities

The LSU Testing Center does permit the following:

    • Headwear for religious or medical purposes
    • Hats or headwear
      • Must not cover your eyes or face, you may be asked to adjust your hat or take it off
    • Medical service animals
      • Emotional support animals are NOT allowed in the Testing Center.
    • Personal belongings
      • Must be stored in a bag and placed under your seat on the floor. Personal belongings must not clutter aisles or walkways
      • ALL phones and watches (smart or not) must be turned off and locked inside a Testing Center Pouch
      • Other electronic belongings (computers, tablets, etc.) must be completely powered off (not sleep mode) and stored out of view. 
        • The LSU Testing Center is not responsible for personal belongings. If you believe you left a personal item at your testing station, please ask a front desk staff member to assist you.

7. Academic Misconduct

Incidents of suspected academic misconduct will be reported to the student's course instructor and Student Advocacy and Accountability as a possible violation of 10.1 of the LSU Code of Student Conduct. Please be aware that the LSU Testing Center is monitored via cameras and incidents can be reviewed using DVR footage

Suspected academic misconduct actions include, but are not limited to, the following:

    • Having/using a cell phone, smart watch, or other communication device powered on and within view
    • Having /using resources that are not permitted by your course instructor such as:
      • Unpermitted notes (sheets of paper, notes on/in calculator, notes on body, etc.)
      • Unapproved calculator models
    • Relying on others for assistance during your session
      • Communication of any kind between students on the floor will be interpreted as suspicious behavior
    • Discussion exam content with others after taking the exam
    • Any attempt to reproduce or capture exam content or exam passwords inside the testing center.
      • Exiting the testing center with scratch paper or handouts
      • Copying information from a dry erase board

8. Test Accommodations

Students who require accommodations must work with LSU Disability Services in 124 Johnston Hall (225-578-5919)

    • The LSU Testing Center can only provide students with extended time accommodations.
      • Students need to work with their course instructors to have extended time applied to each exam instance
        The LSU Testing Center cannot modify the length of the exam
    • Students who require other types of accommodations will need to make testing arrangements with LSU Disability Services
    • For additional information, please see the OTES Accommodations webpage

 

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