EDU (which stands for Enterprise Diploma, is a program that administers quizzes, sample tests and proctored tests, and keeps track of the results. It is very similar to the EGRADE program; in fact, it is a direct "descendant" of that program, and will probably replace EGRADE eventually.
EDU is accessed from a web browser, such as Netscape or Explorer. To use EDU for a particular course, you must register, setting up a username and password. Every time you take a test, you sign in with this information. While quizzes and sample tests may be taken anywhere, you normally must come to the Math Computer Lab to take proctored exams.
EDU Class Locator Page: If you are in the Math Computer Lab, find the Launcher program, select the Math Courses window, and then select EDU (Explorer) or EDU (Netscape). This will take you to the EDU Class Locator page. There is also a way for a student to access the system remotely.
Registering: The first time you use the online testing system, you need to register. This means you pick a username and password that will identify you from now on, for this course. (If you're taking several courses through EDU, you need to register separately for each one.) Go to the EDU Class Locator Page, and pick the class you're taking. This will take you to the EDU Class Page for you class. Now choose the option
* Register for this Class
Now select Register. The username and password that you
choose now will be required for every test that you take.
Signing In: Whenever you want to take a proctored exam, you must come to the Computer Lab. You will need to sign in to the log book at the front desk, and show an ISU ID. Once the proctor has entered this information, you can sit down and begin your exam. When you are done and ready to have the exam graded, you must notify the proctor again. Usually, you need only to raise your hand and get the proctor's attention.
Starting an Exam: Go to the EDU Class Locator Page. Select your class. On the class page, there will be a box with a list of all the assignments. Highlight the one you are interested in, and then click on Go. If you choose a proctored exam, you will then be asked to enter your login name and password.
Taking an Exam: You will see one question at a time. To move from question to question, use the arrow keys inside the window; do not use the BACK key on the Browser!
Grading an Exam: When you are finished the exam, select the Grade button, and notify the proctor that you are done.
Exam Rules: You can take a proctored exam once a day, until the deadline specified by your instructor. The highest grade you make on a particular exam is the one that counts.
During the exam, you will be supervised by the proctor. The proctor is authorized to observe your computer screen at any time. The proctor can terminate your exam if you are found to be behaving improperly. Such behavior includes using reference notes, sending or receiving messages, running other programs, or referring to your old results.
Remote Access: You don't have to come to the Math lab to take a quiz, sample exam or review your graded work. There is a web site that allows you to access the system remotely, and you can do everything except take a proctored exam.
Printing: You can print sample exams the way you'd expect, by selecting the Print button on your browser. But you can't print proctored exams this way. To print a proctored exam, go to the Online Testing homepage, and then choose View Past Results. There you will see every graded assignment you have taken. Now you can select one, and print it using your browser's Print button.