Test Proctoring at the Library

Request a Test Proctoring Appointment at the Library

  • Proctoring requests must be made at least two weeks in advance and no more than two months in advance.
  • All tests must be scheduled during the library’s operating hours and must be completed at least 30 minutes prior to closing.
  • The library cannot guarantee a specific proctor. Test-takers might check in with one staff member and check out with another.

Please fill out the form below to request a test-proctoring session. If you have any questions, please reach out to library staff at librarian@eauclaire.lib.wi.us or call 715-839-5004.

Details

Library staff are able to…

  • Verify the test-taker’s ID.
  • Secure the test-taker’s phone and other personal belongings.
  • Enter any necessary proctor passwords or codes.
  • Provide a reasonably quiet private study room.
  • Provide Internet access and a laptop with a webcam.
  • Monitor the session intermittently from outside the study room.
  • Mail paper exams. Note: The test-taker or examining institution must provide the envelope and postage.

Library staff are not able to…

  • Provide constant monitoring.
  • Control noise or activity outside the study room.
  • Modify computer settings.
  • Guarantee the test-taker does not use unauthorized resources. Compliance is on the honor system.
  • Sign any forms guaranteeing services the library is unable to provide.

The exam-taker is responsible for…

  • Contacting the library if they need to cancel or reschedule a proctoring appointment.
  • Scheduling all the sessions in a multi-session test.
  • Verifying that the library’s proctoring services meet the examining institution’s requirements.
  • Coordinating the transfer of the test from the examining institution to the library.
  • Providing a valid photo ID and any other documentation the examining institution requires.
  • Bringing all necessary supplies.
  • Following the provided rules of the test on the honor system.

The examining institution is responsible for…

  • Informing the test-taker of any test guidelines, instructions, and pre-test requirements.
  • Verifying that the library’s proctoring practices meet their needs.
  • Communicating with the library prior to the test to establish credibility and provide necessary instructions.