Alternative Testing and ARC Portal Information

This page is designed for faculty to view the alternative testing responsibilities of students who plan to use their alternative testing accommodations, as well as the roles of faculty members and ARC. 

Frequently Asked Questions for Alternative Testing 

  • What is the Faculty Alternative Testing Agreement?

  • Answer: The Alternative Testing Agreement is a form that outlines the proctoring instructions and guidelines the faculty member has set for students taking exams/quizzes in their course. This information is needed in order to proctor the exams for ARC students. Faculty members will only need to complete one testing agreement per course section. If changes need to be made, faculty members can log in at any time to adjust the testing parameters. Additionally, if there are multiple students in the same course and section, the Faculty Testing Agreement will automatically be confirmed. If the instructor is teaching the same course but different sections, the agreement can be copied.

  • How do I notify the Accessibility Resource Center whether or not I have exams?

  • Please see below on how you should fill out the Faculty Alternative Testing Agreement based on the course structure and format:

    • To confirm test accommodations will be facilitated in your department and confirm you can provide the accommodations necessary, select "I Will Proctor My Own Exams."
    • If your class has no tests or exams, please select "My class has no exam."
    • If your class is either online (synchronous or asynchronous) OR your class is in-person, but all exams are online and being taken outside of the class time (with no proctoring needed), please indicate "Exams are Online".
    • To request the ARC Testing Center's proctoring services as the course's assessments are being completed during an in-person class time, please respond to the testing agreement questions to provide information important to the administration of your exam.

  • My exams are scheduled to be taken during class time, how should I fill out the Faculty Alternative Testing Agreement so that ARC proctors on my behalf?

  • To request the ARC Testing Center's proctoring services as the course's assessments are being completed during an in-person class time, please respond to the testing agreement questions to provide information important to the administration of your exam. If an instructor is filling out the Faculty Alternative Testing Agreement, as ARC will be proctoring on their behalf, instructors must complete the following:

    • Once you log in to ARC Faculty Portal, you will see any important reminders – click “Continue to View Student                  Accommodations”
    • On the left of the screen, click “Alternative Testing”
    • Pick your class from the drop down list (Note: Only classes with that have students who requested their accommodation of Alternative Testing will appear).
    • Choose “Continue to specify Accessibility Resource Center Alternative Testing Agreement"
      Answer the testing questions and submit.

    Please visit our How To Fill out the Faculty Alternative Testing Agreement Instructions

  • Students' Responsibilities

    • Student will discuss alternative testing exam request(s) with Instructor.  
    • Student will submit an alternative testing request at least 5 days prior to each exam (10 days prior to final exams)  
    • Student will contact the Accessibility Resource Center as soon as possible if assistance is needed regarding submitting an alternative testing request.  
    • On the day of the exam, student will arrive at the Accessibility Resource Center on time and complete their exam ethically.   

  • Faculty Alternative Testing Responsibilities

    • Faculty should meet with students to review their specific testing accommodations. This meeting should be initiated by the student.  
    • Faculty member will complete the Faculty Testing Agreement via Arc Portal so that the Accessibility Resource Center can proctor the exam adequately.   
    • Faculty should communicate with the Accessibility Resource Center if there are any questions, concerns, or updates regarding any upcoming exams via email: arc-testing@wpunj.edu , or by calling the office: 973-720-2853.  

  • ARC Alternative Testing Responsibilities

    • The Accessibility Resource Center will provide any updates regarding the Testing Center to all parties.  
    • Answer any questions and/or concerns students and instructors may have regarding the alternative testing process.