Taking a Timed Exam

A Timed Exam is a structured form of assessment where test-takers are required to complete all questions within a predetermined time frame. Unlike standard assessments that can be completed at any time and pace, timed exams impose strict time constraints, adding an additional layer of challenge by testing both knowledge and time management. Once the test is initiated, the timer starts counting down, and participants are expected to submit their responses before the time limit elapses.

Here are the essential components of timed exams:

Defined Time Limit: Every exam is equipped with a fixed time limit that begins once the student starts the test. If the time runs out before the answers are submitted, the exam will close automatically, potentially submitting any incomplete responses.

No Interruptions Allowed: After the exam begins, it cannot be paused or restarted under any circumstances. The exam continues to progress even if a participant experiences interruptions, emphasizing the importance of completing it in one go. However, contradicting this rule, a participant can request a time reset when their time has expired, and the instructor has the ability to reset the time for them.

Taking a Timed Exam

Here's how to take a timed exam:

1. Navigate to the timed exam page in your course.

2. Check the time limit displayed on the exam page. Ensure you have enough time to complete the exam.

Once started, you can't pause or restart the exam. However, course instructors can grant extra time if needed. See "Requesting Additional Time" for more information.

3. Click "I am ready to start this timed exam" to begin.

4. Answer questions in each unit and click "Submit" to score them. Remember, unsubmitted answers won't be scored.

5. Keep an eye on the time display at the top of the course page:

The bar darkens when 20% of time remains
Text becomes bold at 5% remaining time

You can hide/show the timer by clicking the icon next to it.

6. After completing all units, review your answers and click "End My Exam" at the top of the page. If time runs out, the exam will automatically end.

Don't forget to click "Submit" for each unit. Unsubmitted units won't be scored, even if you end the exam.

Hiding the Exam Timer

The exam timer is visible by default, but you can choose to hide or show it:

To hide the remaining time: Click the "eye" icon next to the timer.
To display the remaining time again: Click the "eye" icon once more.

Requesting Additional Time

If you need extra time for a timed exam, you can request it. Course teams and instructors have the ability to extend the time limit for individual students to accommodate specific needs.

Additional time can only be requested before starting the exam. Once you've begun, the course team cannot grant extra time for that particular attempt.

The decision to grant additional time is at the discretion of the course team, based on their chosen criteria. For information about the availability of extra time, please contact your course team directly.