Cloud-based Assessments
Cloud-based assessments are delivered through the SpeedExam software system, which provides a comprehensive framework for online testing, question banks, randomized item delivery, quizzes, detailed result reporting, scheduling, time and user management, automatic grading, weighted questions, and certification.
SpeedExam Security & Related Instructions
I. For uninterrupted service, be sure to follow the following instructions:
- Open a new instance of your browser with a single tab. Close all other instances of your browser,
- Maximize your browser before the start of the exam to avoid a security violation warning.
- For a secured exam – The exam will automatically terminate if you reach the maximum count of permitted Unusual Activities (i.e., prohibited activities – see list below).
- Close all pop-ups or automated programs that interact with the display screen. When screen actuation comes from systems described above, SpeedExam counts the actuation event as an “Unusual Activity” violation. Examples include, but are not limited to:
- email programs,
- calendar events,
- phone applications,
- other notification systems,
- and screen management programs.
- Don’t know how to stop pop-ups? Use a browser search or chat bot and inquire (e.g., "how do I disable pop-ups on a Mac?")
- Exam Timer: the timer begins when you press: Start Exam. The countdown (see top right) will display the time remaining for your exam session.
- Pause Timer: When enabled for an exam, you can pause the exam timer – a PAUSE button will be visible (see bottom right). However, at the end of the class, the instructor will terminate all exams. Exam will also terminate after the total time available for the exam is reached.
- Dropped Exam: If you Drop the exam (e.g., lost Internet connection, computer/device failure, etc.), it will not be recorded as submitted. Except for text-based entries, some question results will be recorded (e.g., multiple choice, T/F, etc.).
- Text/short answer entries: you must press Submit Answer. Clicking Submit Answer periodically guarantees that at least some part of your answer is recorded. You can continue editing the answer or even come back to the question and edit anytime before the Finish button is pressed. Essay/text questions are graded by the Professor at a later time and are not included in the auto-generated score at the end of the exam.
- The test period is almost over! It is your responsibility to monitor the exam timer. One minute before exam termination the timer will turn “red.” It is advisable that you click Submit Answer ASAP. Due to latency issues common on ALL Internet based programs, make sure you click Submit Answer at least 15 secs prior to max time for it to be recorded.
- FINISHED. You must press Finish to make sure your answers are properly recorded.
- Once the exam is finished, it cannot be resumed. You are permitted to Finish the exam even if some questions remain unanswered.
- All questions except drag and match (DM) are one point each. The points per question are shown on the top of the screen next to the QID number. QID is the question ID number. Drag and Match protocol and hints.
II. Drag and Match W Hints
- Drag and Match questions are not reliable when the question must scroll to present all options.
- Drag corner to corner
III. What is an unusual behavior?
- Minimizing or Resizing the browser.
- Iterating (scrolling) to a new desktop
- Opening a new tab or new program
- Taking a screenshot (manually or auto-generated)
- Pressing Ctrl + C, Ctrl + V, Print Screen, or F12.
IV. Can I auto-initiate a retake of a terminated exam?
- Generally, NO.
- However, in the event of a SpeedExam forced termination you may have the option to retake an objective or DM exam one more time. The opportunity to auto-restart exists only if the computed score of the terminated exam is less than 2% of the total available points.
- Exam must be reattempted within 5 minutes of the termination and within the exam window, otherwise you are subject to the score received from the previous terminated exam.
- To initiate the retake, return to your dashboard, and click on the Retake button. If the Retake button is not visible you have scored more than 2% or you have already used up your retake allotment.
- If the Retake was successful the new score will be recorded.
- Since the questions are from a randomized data bank the new exam will not be identical to the terminated exam.
FAST, SECURE, TRANSPARENT, CONSISTENT
SpeedExam supports secure online examinations by combining controlled test delivery with features that help uphold academic integrity. Its tools for question randomization, timed assessments, user management, automatic grading, and detailed reporting reduce opportunities for unfair advantage while helping institutions administer exams consistently and transparently.