Test takers must provide a clear view of their valid form of photo identification
(Driver's License, State ID, or Student ID) to the proctor before being allowed to
test.
Test takers may not wear hats, coats, or sunglasses, have foods, drinks, or tobacco
products during testing.
Breaks are prohibited. The test taker must remain seated during testing due to the
lack of control over the physical testing environment or the proctor will terminate
the test.
Test takers must remain in full physical view of the proctor during testing, or the
proctor will terminate the test.
Test takers are not able to use the computer to access prohibited resources during
the test. For self-contained tests in which test takers are not able to access any
materials outside the testing system, the browser will be locked down to prevent unauthorized
access of the Internet, installed software, or peripheral devices.
Electronic devices such as, but not limited to, cell phones and smart/digital watches
are not allowed during testing. All prohibited electronic devices must be turned off
and out of the tester's reach. Possession of such a device while testing (even if
turned off) will cause the proctor to immediately terminate the testing session. Medically
necessary electronic devices will be permitted. (Please contact Disability Support
Services by calling 815-835-6220 prior to testing if other testing parameters are
needed.)
Proctors must be able to clearly view an appropriate combination of the test takers
(head, torso, arms, and hands) and the immediately surrounding area (including the
workstation) throughout the test.
Proctors must be be able to clearly hear any sounds in the testing environment in
order to detect unauthorized assistance throughout the test.
Proctors must have the ability to communicate with test takers and ensure that test
takers can get the proctor's attention at any time. Two-way communication must be
able to occur in real time.
Proctors will have the ability to control the test session (stopping, pausing, and
starting the test as needed).
Proctors will video record the entire testing session to fully document the test history
which will include any interactions between the proctor and test taker.
Screen capture technology will be used to monitor test takers' electronic behavior
throughout the test.