Pre-testing essentials

Please read all guidance thoroughly in advance of the test session.

Please read the information in the ‘Getting Started’ section of Testwise help.

Progress Test in Science (PTS) tests are untimed, but it is anticipated that the students will take about an hour to complete the test.

The test must be administered in a formal test environment with students made aware that they are taking a test and that the usual expectations of behaviour and constraints of a test session will be in place.

It is important that the teacher or invigilator is active in ensuring that students are working their way through the test with intent, and that there is no talking or opportunity to copy from another’s work.

For the digital tests, a computer or laptop, fully charged and in good working order with a mouse and headphones, is required for each student. Alternatively, a tablet device, again fully charged and in good working order, and headphones is needed for each student. For the paper tests, each student will need a pen or pencil and eraser as appropriate.

Before the test session

• Allow enough time for the tests, including settling time for the students.

• Digital tests: Provide a computer, laptop or tablet, a set of headphones and, if not using a touchscreen device, a mouse - all in good working order for each student.

• Paper tests: Provide Student Booklets and all necessary pencils, erasers or pens.

• Familiarise yourself with the administration instructions.

• Make sure the testing room is comfortable.

• Place a ‘Testing – Do Not Disturb’ sign on the door.

• Try to avoid any interruption of the testing session by visitors or announcements.

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