Learning During Times of Disruption
How Do I Take Exams or Tests?
The Blackboard Test tool allows you to take an online exam, test, or quiz.
If you have problems during a test, contact your instructor immediately.
There are many options that your instructor might use for tests. Review the Test Informationn carefully before starting the test!
Please be mindful of your schools' policies regarding Academic Honesty and Integrity.
Learn more at https://help.blackboard.com/Learn/Student/Tests_and_Surveys
Tips for Test Taking in Blackboard
While taking a test...
- Do not refresh the page
- Do not close the window
- Do not use the browser's back button
- Do not open Blackboard in another browser tab or window
- Do not drag your open tab to another window
- Make sure you have a good internet connection
NOTE: Taking an exam or test using the mobile application for Blackboard (Blackboard Student) is not recommended as any images that are part of the questions and answers are not displayed. Please use a browser on your mobile device instead to access any tests. This is a known issue as embedded images within tests are not supported on the mobile app.
Guidance on
- Planning and Preparation for Disruption
- How do I Communicate with my Instructor?
- How do I Participate in Live Lectures and Class Meetings?
- How do I Watch Pre-Recorded Lectures?
- How do I Participate in Discussions with my Classmates?
- How do I Submit Assignments?
- How do I Take Exams or Tests?
- How do I Check my Grades?
- What Options do I have for Software Access?
- What Options do have for Internet Service?