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On-screen: [ETS ®.]

On-screen: [Computer-Delivered Testing Demonstration.]

Narrator: Chapter 1. Introduction.

On-screen: [Main Features: Logging in, General Directions, Navigation, Help, Types of Questions.]

Narrator: Chapter 1. Introduction. Welcome to the ETS® Professional Educator Programs computer-delivered testing demonstration. During this demonstration you will see some of the main features common to all of the tests and see a preview of the actual screens used in the computerized tasks, including logging in, general directions, navigation, help, and types of questions.

On-screen: [ETS ®.]

End of Video: Computer-Delivered Testing Demonstration; Chapter 1 - Introduction

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On-screen: [ETS ®.]

On-screen: [Computer-Delivered Testing Demonstration. Chapter 2: Logging in to the Test.]

Narrator: Chapter 2. Logging in to the test.

On-screen: [Examinee Information.]

Narrator: When you log in to the test, you will be shown your examinee information. You must review this information to make sure it is correct and that you are taking the correct test.

On-screen: [Copyright Information. ETS ®.]

Narrator: You will be shown copyright information and a Confidentiality Agreement. When you select ‘Continue’, you are confirming that you know you are viewing these materials only for the purpose of taking the test and agreeing that you will not disclose any of the test materials in any way at any time.

On-screen: [Test Center Regulations.]

Narrator: The Test Center Regulations cover test center and testing room rules and procedures.

On-screen: [If You Need the Administrator.]

Narrator: Instructions include what to do if you have a problem with your computer or need the administrator.

On-screen: [General Test Information.]

Narrator: General Test Information tells you about the timing of the test, breaks, use of scratch paper. Information is also provided about what to do if you have a concern about the wording of a question.

On-screen: [Testing Tools Information.]

Narrator: It also tells you about reference screens and where to find them if they are available.

On-screen: [Begin Test.]

Narrator: At the last General Directions screen, you will click on ‘Continue’ to begin the timed test.

End of Video: Computer-Delivered Testing Demonstration; Chapter 2 – Logging in to the Test

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On-screen: [Computer-Delivered Testing Demonstration. Chapter 3 - Navigating the Test.]

Narrator: Chapter 3, Navigating the Test. During the test, buttons that allow you to navigate through the test and access information appear at the top of the screen. To move to the next question in a test section, click on ‘Next’. To return to a previous question in a test section, click on ‘Back’. Each single click of these buttons will move you forward or back one question. Be careful not to double click or you may accidentally skip past a question. In most test sections, you can mark a question to review later. If you want to mark a question, click on the ‘Mark’ button. Click ‘Mark’ again to unmark it.

On-screen: [Directions. Assignment.]

If your test has a constructed response section, you will also have tools to help you enter and edit your responses. You can cut and paste, undo and redo.

In sections of the test that allow review, you can click on 'Review' to get to the review screen.

On-screen: [Review.]

The review screen shows the status of each question, answered, not answered, or not yet seen. The marked column shows the questions you marked for review. The question you were looking at last is highlighted. If there are more questions than will fit on the screen, you can use the scroll bar to view the others. On the review screen click on any question to highlight it, then click, ‘Go to question’. To go back to where you were before you clicked the review button, click ‘Return’.

All tests are timed. You should pay attention to the time as you answer questions. The time remaining in the test is displayed in the upper right below the navigation buttons. You can hide the timer by clicking ‘Hide time’. To display it again, click ‘Show time’. When there are five minutes left, the display will blink for a few seconds and remain visible for the remainder of the test section.

On-screen: [Testing Tools.]

The help screen provides details about the testing tools, how to answer a question, general directions, any reference documents, and built in calculators, if that applies.

End of Video: Computer-Delivered Testing Demonstration – Chapter 3 Navigating the Test

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On-screen: [Computer-Delivered Testing Demonstration. Chapter 4 – HELP SCREENS.]

On-screen: [Testing Tools.]

Narrator: Chapter 4, Help Screens. The Help button takes you to the Help screens. Here you can find information on testing tools, how to scroll, general directions, section directions and other resources that are available, depending on which test you're taking. Note, the test clock does not stop when you are using the help function. Testing Tools explain how the navigation functions work.

On-screen: [Questions Requiring a Single Answer Choice.]

How to Answer gives instructions on how to answer a specific type of question such as single answer questions, questions that require more than one answer choice, word, sentence, and passage selection, drag and drop, selecting a box.

On-screen: [Select and Move Text/Objects.]

On-screen: [Selecting a Box.]

On-screen: [How to Scroll.]

How to Scroll explains that in questions that scroll, you must be sure to scroll down to the bottom so that you see all of the answer choices.

On-screen: [General Test Information.]

General Directions gives you information such as the timing of the test, breaks, use of scratch paper. Most combined tests have a scheduled break in between tests. All other tests have the option of an unscheduled break. Note that timing for the test does not stop during an unscheduled break. It is recommended that you take no more than 15 minutes for an unscheduled break.

On-screen: [Part A. 90 Selected-Response Questions. Suggested time – 120 minutes.]

Section directions give you the amount of time you have for the section. Directions for answering the questions, information about what your score is based on, and guessing.

On-screen: [Testing Tools.]

The Return button takes you back to where you were before you clicked Help.

End of Video: Computer-Delivered Testing Demonstration – Chapter 4 Help Screens

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On-screen: [Computer-Delivered Testing Demonstration. Chapter 5, Answering Questions.]

Narrator: Chapter 5, Answering Questions.

On-screen: [(Questions with answer choices).]

Questions, answer choices, and related material occupy the main part of the screen. Tests may consist entirely of selected response questions, or they may include both selected response and constructed response questions.

On-screen: [Question Information.]

Before you begin answering questions, you will be presented with a screen explaining what you are required to do to enter your answers.

On-screen: [(Questions with answer choices).]

To answer a selected response question, click on a response. To de-select it, click on it again. To change your answer, click on a different choice.

On-screen: [Questions Requiring a Single Answer Choice.]

The single question presents a direct question or an incomplete statement. Sometimes two or more questions are based on the same stimulus material. In these cases, the stimulus will be on the left side of the screen and the questions will appear on the right.

On-screen: [Directions. Assignment.]

Some tests include constructed response questions. Constructed response questions are questions that require you to provide a written, or in some cases, a spoken response. For questions requiring a written response, the question being asked will appear on the top or left portion of the screen, and the area for you to type in a response appears on the lower half or right portion of the screen.

Technically enhanced questions require you to do answer questions in a different manner from clicking on an answer option. You may have to key in an answer, transfer a calculated result, highlight a word, sentence, or passage, drag answers to specified boxes, or use a dropdown menu. When the answer is a number, you might be asked to do one of several things: Enter a numeric answer, transfer a calculated result from a calculator into an entry box.

On-screen: [(Questions with answer choices).]

Some questions may have more than one place to enter a response. Some questions require you to click check boxes instead of an oval when more than one choice within a set of answers can be selected. To de-select a choice, click it again. Be sure to read the instructions carefully to see if you are required to choose a specific number of answers.

On-screen: [(Example charts).]

In questions with reading passages, you may be asked to choose your answer by clicking on a sentence or sentences within the reading passages. In some questions, you will choose your answer by clicking on a location or locations on a graphic, such as a map or chart, as opposed to choosing from a list. In some questions, you will choose your answer by clicking on your choice or choices within a table or grid.

On-screen: [(Example List).]

You may be asked to choose answers from a list and drag and drop them into the appropriate locations in a table, paragraph of text, or graphic. To drag an answer, move the mouse pointer over it, press the mouse button down, and while still holding it down, move the mouse to drag the answer to one of the empty boxes, then release the mouse to drop it into the box. If you change your mind, you can drag an answer to a different box or back to its starting position.

On-screen: [(Example Chart).]

This type of question will ask you to select the appropriate answer or answers by selecting the options from a dropdown menu. To see the options, click on a triangle next to a blank, then click on your choice. Questions with stimulus materials begin with information such as a reading passage, graphic, table, or a combination of these. This is followed by a question based on that material.

On-screen: [(Question with answer choices).]

Questions with an oral stimulus require you to answer a question after hearing a recording, such as a short music sample. Most recordings will play once, while some may play two or more times. You can choose or change your answer at any time while the music is playing or during the brief pause after each playing. You will not be able to replay the music for a question. So be sure to answer each one during the time provided and before you advance to the next question.

Some tests provide reference material that you can view to help you answer questions. You access the information by first clicking the help button.

On-screen: [Math Reference. Notations.]

Then you can click the tab for the reference sheet you wish to consult. The return button takes you back to the question you were viewing.

On-screen: [Using the On-Screen Calculator.]

An on-screen calculator is available as part of the testing software for tests that require the use of a graphing, scientific, or four function calculator. A calculator help screen, such as the one shown here, will be available to you during the test via the help button.

On-screen: [(Picture of the on-screen calculator).]

To operate the calculator, click the calculator buttons, or use the keyboard or key pad numbers and operations. To use the key pad, the Num Lock key must be on. The calculator displays eight digits and works like a typical basic calculator, except that it respects order of operations. In a computation involving more than one operation, multiplication and division are performed before addition and subtraction.

For example, if one plus two times four is entered, the result is nine, not 12 because the multiplication is performed before the addition. The calculator has a memory location for storing a number, which is initially zero. To add the displayed number to the stored number, click the M+ button. An M will appear next to the display to show that a new number has been stored. To recall the stored number, click the MR button. To clear the memory, click the MC button, which resets the memory to zero, removing the M. There is a transfer display button, which you can use on numeric entry questions with a single answer box. Clicking the transfer display button will transfer the calculator display to the answer box. You should check that the transferred number has the correct form to answer the question. For example, if a question requires you to round your answer or convert it to a percent, make sure that you adjust the transferred number according.

End of Video: Computer-Delivered Testing Demonstration. Chapter 5, Answering Questions

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On-screen: [Computer-Delivered Testing Demonstration. Chapter 6, Music and Language Tests.]

Narrator: Chapter 6, Music and Language Tests.

On-screen: [(Questions with answer choices).]

Some assessments contain listening items or questions that require a spoken response. An ETS® approved headset and microphone will be supplied at the test center. You will need to check your headset and microphone volume before the test begins.

On-screen: [Changing the Volume.]

You will be shown how to wear the headset appropriately and change or adjust the volume.

On-screen: [Adjusting the Microphone Volume.]

It is important for you to maintain a consistent distance from the microphone and speak directly into it. Keep your voice at a consistent level of loudness, not too soft, not too loud. The computer will indicate whether or not the microphone volume has been successfully adjusted.

On-screen: [Using Video Controls.]

If video is included in your test, a sample video will be included so you can become familiar with how to use that function.

Questions in the music test may include recorded excerpts of pieces you will listen to and then answer questions about what you hear.

On-screen: [General Test Information.]

Language tests measure four basic language skills: Reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Reading sections typically show a passage on the left side of the screen. The questions appear on the right. As you read the passage, you can scroll through it. You may also click on words underlined in blue to see any footnotes, definitions, or explanations related to that word.

There are several types of tasks included in the writing section of the test, depending on which test you take. This screen shows what a typical response to email, memo, or letter task looks like. You will read the item shown and provide an appropriate response. The directions will indicate the minimum length and time limit for your response. For the German, French, and Spanish tests, you will have access to an alternate character toolbar so that you can insert the necessary accents and language-specific characters. The toolbar can be moved around by dragging it.

On-screen: [Listening Section Directions.]

Listening sections begin with a screen of directions in English. After you click continue, the section will play automatically.

On-screen: [Listening to the following selection.]

After you hear a selection, you will have a chance to preview questions about the selection before hearing it a second time. The questions will then be presented one at a time. You will have a fixed amount of time to answer each question. When the response time has ended, the test moves automatically to the next question. You cannot go back to previous questions.

In a typical presentational speaking or situation opinion task, you have 15 seconds to review the information shown. Then you have two minutes to prepare. After that, you have two minutes to record your presentation. A tone indicates when to begin speaking.

In a typical interpersonal speaking task, you have 30 seconds to review the outline of the conversation. The shaded lines indicate what you hear. The other lines reflect the basic idea of what you are expected to say. A tone indicates when to begin speaking. You have 25 seconds to respond to each part of the conversation.

End of Video: Computer-Delivered Testing Demonstration. Chapter 6, Music and Language Tests

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On-screen: [Computer-Delivered Testing Demonstration. Chapter 7 – Finishing a Test.]

Speaker: Narrator - Chapter Seven: Finishing a Test.

On-screen: [End of Section – Time Remaining.]

If you finish a test and there is time remaining, you have three options. You can select return, to return to the last question, review, to go to the review screen, continue, to the end of the test. If time expires before you finish the test, the test will end automatically. The continue button will take you to the report or cancel scores section.

On-screen: [Report or Cancel Scores.]

The report or cancel scores section requires you to either report your scores from the test session or cancel them. Read this screen and then click on continue to make your choice. You must make a choice to either report or cancel your scores.

Note that if you decide to cancel your scores, no scores for the test session will be reported to you or any institutions. If you click next and then okay without making a choice, a message will appear indicating that you must answer. You should be very careful as you make your decision. You will not be able to go back and change your choice after you click the next button.

After you answer the question, click the next button and then confirm by clicking okay.

On-screen: [Unofficial Scores.]

If you choose to report your scores for a selected response test, clicking the continue button will take you to a screen that displays your unofficial scores. For tests with constructed response questions, scores are not available until your responses have been scored and clicking the continue button will exit the test.

On-screen: [Attention! Please Read Carefully.]

If you cancel your scores, they will not be reported and they cannot be reinstated. You will not receive a refund if you cancel your scores.

On-screen: [Core Skills: Mathematics 5733.]

After you report or cancel your scores, the test session will be over. If you choose to report your scores for a selected response test, clicking the continue button will take you to a screen that displays your unofficial scores. For tests with constructed response questions, scores are not available until your responses have been scored, and clicking the next button will exit the test. Click next to close your test session.

On-screen: [End of Session.]

On-screen: [End of Session – Time has Ended.]

If time expires before you finish the test, the test will end automatically. The continue button will take you to the report or cancel scores section.

End of Video: Computer-Delivered Testing Demonstration. Chapter 7 – Finishing a Test