Exam CenterChap Success Center
The Exam Center provides proctored testing for Midland College course exams and quizzes. The Exam Center is conveniently located inside the Learning Resource Center (LRC). For placement testing, certification exams, or other non-course-related testing services, please visit the Midland College Testing Center.
We want to create a quiet, regulated environment for all students to do their best on their exams!
How to Book an Appointment
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Your instructor must let us know if you have permission to take a test in the Exam
Center and send us information for your exam. Please schedule your appointment at least a day in advance of your desired testing time. To book an appointment, please follow these steps:
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- Log in to Canvas
- Open the course you are testing for.
- Click “Exam Center” in the course menu.
- If you do not see “Exam Center” in the course menu, contact your instructions asking them to turn it on.
Please watch the following video for more information:
To reschedule or cancel an appointment, log into Canvas, go to the course you are
testing for, and click “Exam Center” in the navigation menu.
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- Click Your Initials in the top right corner/ My Exams/ My History tab
- Click the reschedule link beside the desired exam
- Choose the new date and time.
If you are receiving an error message, please do the following:
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- Make sure your browser is a current version of the modern browser. Some common browsers include Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Safari, Microsoft Edge, and Opera. NOTE: Safari will most likely not work with Canvas and the Booking System.
- Delete your cookies and refresh your browser and try again.
- Clear your cache and refresh your browser and try again.
- Try another browser.
If you are still unable to book your appointment, please give us a call at 432-685-4629
or email us and we can book the appointment for you.
Rules and Procedures
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Photo ID
All students must bring a Photo ID to check in and take a test (photos of an ID on a cell phone will not be accepted).
Acceptable forms of identification include, but are not limited to:
Acceptable forms of identification include, but are not limited to:
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- Midland College Student ID
- Driver's License
- State-Issued Identification Card
- U.S. Passport or Passport Card
If you do not have a photo ID, please use the link below for more information on how
to obtain a MC Student ID.
Testing Items
It’s important for you to know what is allowed on your exam. This information will
come from your instructor directly ahead of time. If you have questions about what
is allowed, ask your professor. This may include a specific calculator, formula sheet,
notes, or other items.
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- Scratch paper is provided by the Exam Center. You may not bring your own, unless specified. All notes and scratch papers are kept by the Exam Center after the test is completed.
- We can provide graphing, scientific, and basic calculators for student use; however, availability is limited, and calculators are provided on a first-come, first-served basis.
- If your exam is on a computer, we will provide the computer, webcam, and other items as needed.
The Exam Center is a secure testing environment. We recommend that students do not
bring backpacks, purses, or other non-testing items. Personal items, including phones
and keys, must be stored in the secure locker area before testing. Items not allowed
in the Exam Center include:
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- Electronic Devices: Smart phones, smart watches, smart glasses, and similar devices are not allowed. E-books on personal devices are also not permitted.
- Jackets and Hoodies: Jackets and hoodies are not allowed in the Exam Center. Students are encouraged to avoid wearing bulky clothing to help make the check-in process easier.
- Hats and Head Coverings: Hats, caps, beanies, and other head coverings are not permitted during testing unless they are worn for religious, cultural, medical, or disability-related reasons.
- Food and Drinks: Food is not allowed in the testing space unless a specific exception is made by the Accommodations Office. Only clear water bottles are permitted.
Please arrive at the Chap Success Center Exam Center at least 20 minutes before your
scheduled appointment to allow time for check-in. The Exam Center is located on the
2nd Floor of the Learning Resource Center (LRC) at Midland College.
Be sure to bring your photo ID and any approved testing items listed above.
Students may not arrive late for their appointment. To avoid disturbing other testers, check-in closes at the start of the scheduled
testing time.
If approved for accommodations, you will be asked what accommodations are needed when
booking your appointment. Accommodations must be requested each semester by contacting
the Accommodations Office.
Midland College Accommodation Services
ORAL READER
Students should clearly communicate that they need an oral reader to their instructors
prior to testing.
The Exam Center uses the NVDA Screen Reader for students who need an oral reader for
an exam. NVDA is compatible with most digital exams, and paper exams may be scanned
and read digitally when appropriate. We will work with your instructor to help ensure
the exam content is readable by the system. However, students should still contact
their instructor before testing to confirm that NVDA is compatible with the exam format
and approved for use.
EXTRA TIME OR ISOLATED SPACE
Extra time will be given based on the students' approved accommodations. An isolated
space can be provided to students. The is equipped with a camera for proctoring purposes.
BREAKS
Students who require breaks during an exam will be allowed breaks according to their
approved accommodations. Breaks are typically no more than five minutes unless otherwise
stated in the accommodation instructions.
Electronic devices and personal items will not be returned until the exam is fully
completed. If a student needs specific accommodation-related items during a break
or during testing, they must notify the front desk before entering the Exam Center.
DEVICE-RELATED NEEDS
If your approved accommodations require access to an electronic device, you may be
seated near the proctor. The device must remain silent and positioned, so it is clearly
visible to both you and the proctor during the exam.
Each situation may be different, so please communicate with Exam Center staff before
testing if you have specific accommodation-related needs.
The Exam Center is committed to maintaining a secure and fair testing environment.
Cheating is not allowed on any exam or quiz.
Any suspected or confirmed academic dishonesty will be documented and reported to
the student’s instructor. Students may also be referred to the Student Conduct Office
for further review. Students are expected to follow all Exam Center rules, instructor
guidelines, and Midland College academic integrity policies while testing
Faculty Information
Faculty who would like to have an exam proctored in the Chap Success Center: Exam
Center should complete the following steps:
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- Submit your exam through the “Exam Center” Tab in your Canvas Course. Click the blue “+” button in the top corner.
- Include all testing instructions, such as time limits, allowed materials, accommodations, and any special testing requirements.
- Confirm that any digital testing platforms, documents, or materials are accessible and ready for student use.
Once the exam is submitted, eligible students will be able to schedule an appointment
through Canvas.
For detailed information about exam submission procedures, accommodations, testing policies, and Exam Center services, please visit the Knowledge Base.
Exam Center Knowledge Base Articles