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Disability and Access

Disability and Access

Making UT Austin Inclusive, Accessible and Welcoming

Using Testing Accommodations

It is very important for students and instructors to discuss which accommodations may be necessary based on the structure of the course (online, hybrid or in person). Some accommodations may already be built into online course design, while other accommodations may still need to be provided on an individual basis.

Student and Instructor Testing Accommodation Discussion:

    1. Students should discuss Accommodation Letters with each instructor at the beginning of the semester to determine which accommodations are needed and how they will be provided.
    2. Determine which testing accommodation option will be used: testing accommodations provided by instructor, use of departmental testing space, or reserving space at the new Campus Testing Center or in the D&A Assistive and Education Technology Center.
    3. Confirm that student and instructor are in agreement about the arrangements that have been made. If there is any concern by either party about the arrangements or accommodations, contact the student’s Coordinator for guidance.
    4. Regardless of how testing accommodations will be provided, Students should remind instructors about testing accommodations at least five days before the test

Options for Accommodated Testing Spaces at UT:

  • Campus Testing Center: Testing and Evaluation Services and D&A are piloting a NEW Campus Testing Center for the 2021-2022 academic year. Instructors and students will need to reserve space in advance in order to use the Campus Testing Center.
  • Instructors proctoring tests: Instructors can choose to provide testing accommodations directly to students or have their TAs assist with proctoring. Examples of a reduced distraction environment include; a separate classroom (with several other students also testing and a proctor), a quiet space (e.g. conference room), TA’s office, and instructor’s office. Inappropriate locations include; a hallway, stairwell, a shared office or busy space (e.g. ringing phones, foot traffic, etc.).
  • Departmental testing spaces: Some colleges, schools and departments within UT have their own designated testing space for students using accommodations. Instructors can inquire about the resources available through their department.
  • Testing Space with D&A: The testing space within D&A is primarily reserved for students who need to use the technology within the Assistive Technology Education Center. Instructors and students must reserve this space in advance.

Important Notes for Students:

  • If a testing accommodation is not in place as was previously agreed upon by you and the instructor, notify the proctor immediately.
  • If the instructor refuses to provide an approved accommodation, contact D&A immediately.

 

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Test Locations: Campus Testing Center & D&A ATEC Lab

 Campus Testing Center

Starting fall 2021 Testing & Evaluation Services is collaborating with Disability and Access (D&A) to pilot a centralized Campus Testing Center (CTC) for in-person accommodated tests.

Location: George L Sanchez Building (SZB) 5th floor, suite 5.102

Office hours: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.  Monday – Friday

Testing Hours: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday-Friday

 

D&A ATEC Lab: For Tests with Adaptive Equipment

Students testing with adaptive equipment will be taking their tests in the Assistive and Technology Education Center located in the D&A office (SSB 4.206).

Location: Student Services Building (SSB) 4th floor, room 4.206

Office hours: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.  Monday – Friday

Hours: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday-Friday

 

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Reserving testing space in the Campus Testing Center & ATEC Lab

*NEW for Spring 2022*

Students and Instructors will begin to use RegisterBlast, a new reservation system, to book accommodated tests in the CTC. More information on how to use RegisterBlast will be available in January. RegisterBlast will be replacing The D&A Testing Module and confirmation system used in previous semesters.

Please be aware the reservation system will change the test request process to be instructor initiated, rather than the previous student initiated process. Instructors will first need to schedule tests through RegisterBlast at least 5-business days prior to the test date. Students will then need to reserve their seats in the CTC a minimum of 3-business days prior to their scheduled test. There will be no instructor confirmation required for exams since instructors will be entering the approved test day/time during the initial scheduling process.

Test request process for the CTC: For the spring semester all scheduled tests must be submitted by the instructors at least 5-business days (1 week) prior to the test date for students to test with the Campus Testing Center (CTC). Students must reserve their seat with the CTC at least 3-business days prior to the scheduled test date.

Students testing at the CTC or ATEC Lab are expected to uphold UT’s dedication to academic integrity by following the Student Honor Code. Students found in violation of the UT Honor Code will be referred to the office of Student Conduct and Academic Integrity for investigation and potential disciplinary action.

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