Proctoring Exams @ OPL
To help our patrons meet their educational goals, the Oxford Public Library provides free test proctoring services. The library reserves the right to limit or deny this service if the proctoring request does not meet the proctoring guidelines.
Exam proctoring is available during regular library hours; testing must be completed 30 minutes prior to closing time.
It is the student’s responsibility to request their exam(s) be transmitted to Oxford Public Library. It is also the student's responsibility to confirm the exam(s) have been received by the Oxford Public Library.
All test-taking requirements must be received from the issuing educational institution before any exams are proctored.
It is the student's responsibility to bring supplies required for an exam (calculator, graph paper, etc.); the library can supply scratch paper and pencils.
Oxford Public Library is not responsible for exam(s) that are sent without making prior arrangements.
Library staff will proctor the exam(s). The Library will verify the identity of the student by requiring presentation of a photo ID before administering the exam(s).
It is the student's responsibility to ensure that the Library’s computing resources are adequate for test-taking requirements. The Library is not responsible for internet connections or software errors.
Any examination that requires the downloading or installation of software, the altering of settings, or any other special adjustments, cannot be proctored by the Library using library computers.
Permission to use personal laptops must be granted by the school or organization issuing the exam.
The library requires that all associated expenses (including but not limited to institutional fees, certification fees, or postage) be paid by the school or the student. The student’s school must supply a self-addressed envelope with sufficient postage for returning mailed exams.
Late arrival may require rescheduling the proctoring appointment.
Tests will be transmitted after they are taken and will not be retained by the Oxford Public Library.
Staff cannot proctor exams that require frequent monitoring, or examinations where the duties of the proctor are too burdensome. Staff will endeavor to provide quiet testing environments, but this cannot be guaranteed. The student should be prepared to take an examination in a noisy, busy environment if necessary.
- Proctoring exams consists of:
- Checking identification of student taking the exam
- Noting the time that the exam started and completed
- Signing the required documentation provided by the issuing educational institution
- Direct supervision during the exam is NOT provided
Exam proctoring is available during regular library hours; testing must be completed 30 minutes prior to closing time.
It is the student’s responsibility to request their exam(s) be transmitted to Oxford Public Library. It is also the student's responsibility to confirm the exam(s) have been received by the Oxford Public Library.
All test-taking requirements must be received from the issuing educational institution before any exams are proctored.
It is the student's responsibility to bring supplies required for an exam (calculator, graph paper, etc.); the library can supply scratch paper and pencils.
Oxford Public Library is not responsible for exam(s) that are sent without making prior arrangements.
Library staff will proctor the exam(s). The Library will verify the identity of the student by requiring presentation of a photo ID before administering the exam(s).
It is the student's responsibility to ensure that the Library’s computing resources are adequate for test-taking requirements. The Library is not responsible for internet connections or software errors.
Any examination that requires the downloading or installation of software, the altering of settings, or any other special adjustments, cannot be proctored by the Library using library computers.
Permission to use personal laptops must be granted by the school or organization issuing the exam.
The library requires that all associated expenses (including but not limited to institutional fees, certification fees, or postage) be paid by the school or the student. The student’s school must supply a self-addressed envelope with sufficient postage for returning mailed exams.
Late arrival may require rescheduling the proctoring appointment.
Tests will be transmitted after they are taken and will not be retained by the Oxford Public Library.
Staff cannot proctor exams that require frequent monitoring, or examinations where the duties of the proctor are too burdensome. Staff will endeavor to provide quiet testing environments, but this cannot be guaranteed. The student should be prepared to take an examination in a noisy, busy environment if necessary.