FREQUENYLY ASKED QUESTIONS PERTAINING TO THE FINAL EXAM MATH 116

(1) Is the Final Exam proctored?

YES!

You must take the Final Exam at a CSN Testing Center. See Course Schedule for dates and times. If this is not possible, please discuss your situation with the instructor at the beginning of the semester.

You must make an appointment to take the Final Exam. Do so as soon as possible because appointments fill up quickly.

NOTE: To take the Final Exam, you MUST show a driver's license or an official state ID, military ID, or a passport. All must be UNEXPIRED. Otherwise you will NOT be tested!  The instructor WILL NOT accept excuses such as "I lost my ID" or "My ID was stolen" or "I didn't have time to go to the DMV".

For more information on the CSN Testing Centers and to make a testing appointment, go to http://profstewartmath.com/General/FAQ_TestCtr_Process.html (also on the Canvas Course Home Page).

If you are registered with the CSN Disability Resource Center ...

... and you want to have its staff proctor the exams, you need to send the instructor your official Accommodation Letter during the first week of the semester.  Be aware that you might not be able to take the exam if your documentation is sent too late or not at all.

...and you want to use ProctorU at home, you need to send the instructor your official Accommodation Letter during the first week of the semester.  Be aware that you might not be able to take the exam if your documentation is sent too late or not at all.

NOTE: It is up to you to get testing accomplished! There will be no make-ups possible for the Final Exam!

(2) What is NOT allowed while taking the Final Exam?

You CANNOT use textbooks, notes, formulas, the Internet, or other reference materials.

You CANNOT use a cellphone calculator, an online calculator (e.g. Desmos), or smart watch calculator.

YOU CANNOT wear head coverings (except religious ones), earphones, headphones, or sunglasses.

YOU CANNOT CANCEL YOUR TESTING APPOINTMENT MORE THAN ONCE otherwise you will no longer be allowed to take the exam.

YOU CANNOT get up and leave the room.

YOU CANNOT REFUSE TO COMPLY WITH PROCTOR POCESSES, RULES, AND BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS.

(3) What is allowed while taking the Final Exam?

You CAN use a hand-held calculator (e.g., TI-30X IIS, TI-30X MultiView, TI 84).

You CAN use scratch paper. NOTE: IF THE PROCTORS ASK YOU TO TEAR UP THE SCRATCH PAPER, ASK THEM TO CALL ME!

Do have available at least two pencils (better than pens) and an eraser

(4) How soon can an appointment be made to take the Final Exam?

The instructor will let you know. THEN DO SO IMMEDIATELY!

(5) Does the Final Exam have a prerequisite?

NO!

(6) Where can the Final Exam be found?

16-week Math 116 Online students can find the Final Exam in the MOM Tasks Folder 16.

8-week Math 116 Hybrid students can find the Final Exam in the MOM Tasks Folder 8.

(7) When is the Final Exam available?

The Final Exam becomes available on Wednesday of Finals Week and closes that Friday. Check Dr. Stewart's Course Schedule. You can find its (brown) button on the Canvas Course Home Page. The Final Exam cannot be completed after its availability period!

NOTE: Taking the Final Exam at the last possible minute might not let you make other arrangements in case of an emergency that the instructor is then unwilling to perceive as such. Therefore, it is recommended that you take the Final Exam as soon as it becomes available.

(8) What types of questions are on the Final Exam?

The Final Exam questions will be taken from the Module 1, 2, and 3 Quizzes.

Hint: Concentrate on the questions with a smiley icon. You will get a detailed guide from the instructor showing how to find the Module Quiz/Exam questions with “smiley” icons.

(9) How does the Final Exam affect my course grade?

The grade of the Final Exam counts for 15% of your course grade.

(10) Does the Final Exam have a due date and due times?

YES, there is a due date. Please consult the Course Schedule. You can find its (brown) button on the Canvas Course Home Page.

(11) How many times can the Final Exam be taken?

The Final Exam can be taken exactly ONCE.

(12) Can Final Exam questions be reworked?

SORT OF...! You are allowed to revisit any question while taking the exams should you feel that your answer needs a second look. However, you will not be told whether an answer is correct or incorrect until after you submit the exam.

(13) How much time is given to complete the Final Exam?

You will be given 120 minutes (2 hours). The time is indicated in the top right-hand corner of the exam.

(14) Does the Final Exam have to be completed once it is accessed?

YES! Once you start the exam the clock timer will start. When it reaches 120 minutes you will no longer be able to access the exam. Remember, you only have one (1) attempt!

(15) When can the Final Exam grade and the answers be reviewed?

You will be able to open and review the Final Exam AFTER the due date/time. Click on the "Gradebook" link, find the Final Exam link, and then click on the "point-score" in the "Grade" column.

(16) How will the Final Exam be graded?

MyOpenMath will grade the Final Exam. No partial credit will be given as per CSN Assessment Policy.

(17) How are technical issues handled while taking the Final Exam?

Please read the Policy on "Technical Issues" in the Course Syllabus.