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Test Proctoring Assistance
for Students with Disabilities
Information for Faculty
Online request for proctoring
Overview
At some point you will probably have students with disabilities in your class
who require testing accommodations such as extended time, a separate
room, or special equipment. You will have access to an online letter of accommodation that will tell you
what academic accommodations the student will need. Students are also expected
to bring their need for accommodations directly to your attention at the beginning
of the course.
Academic departments are encouraged to arrange accommodations and proctoring
at the local level when they have available space and staff to serve as proctors.
Focusing proctoring arrangements initially at the departmental level allows
the faculty member to have greater control over the test-taking process.
For faculty who are unable to locate resources at the departmental level,
the campus offers a centralized proctoring service. As of Spring semester 2007, the service is once again part of the Disabled Students' Program.
My department doesn't have resources to provide proctoring.
What do I do next?
You (not the student) may contact the Campus Proctoring Service, 643-4691, http://teaching.berkeley.edu/proctoring/request.html, proctoring@berkeley.edu,
to arrange for centralized proctoring and space for administering the exam.
You inform the student where and when to report.
Will someone from the centralized proctoring
service pick up and drop off the exam?
No. Exams need to be delivered to and picked up from 260 Chavez by
you or a person you designate. It
may
be
possible
to make alternate arrangements for testing site, pickup, and delivery by
calling 643-4691.
How far ahead must I request proctoring assistance?
Requests for midterms should be made two weeks prior to the regularly scheduled exam. For final exams should be made before our fall and spring deadline. Our set Final exam deadlines are: Nov. 1 for Fall Semester and April 2 for Spring Semester.
What advice can I give my students about their responsibility in the process?
The responsibility of students with disabilities in the exam accommodation
process is outlined in "Exam Preparation Tips for
Students with Disabilities
Using the Campus Proctoring Service" [pdf or Word].
It explains their role in planning for accommodations, securing assistants
and equipment they
may
need, and
how
the centralized campus proctoring program works.
What if I have questions about the accommodation letter?
Letters of accommodation are online; for access, check the DSP website's Faculty/Proxy portal.
The portal is secure, so you must have CalNet authorization to access it. Please contact the Disabled Students' Program Specialist, 642-0518, who signed the letter
or check the DSP website's FAQ.
The main Berkeley policy addressing academic
accommodations is the Campus
Policy for Accommodating the Academic Needs of Students with Disabilities.
Can I arrange proctoring online?
Yes. Please visit our online request page for information on the online submission process.
Where can I get more information about disability accommodations?
The Disabled Students' Program has an online manual for faculty, "Teaching
Students with Disabilities." For more general information, consult
the Disabled Students' Program website.
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