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Everything You Need to Know About Proctored Exams

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 Studying for exams is critically important, but preparation is also the key to having a smooth process in taking a proctored exam at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette.

But what is a proctor anyway, and why is this type of exam necessary?

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Careful: Costly Moodle Quiz Mistakes to Avoid

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Online instructors may choose a number of ways to test your knowledge and progress as you move through an online course. You may encounter exams requiring a proctor, quizzes in lecture videos, essays, or Moodle quizzes, to name a few.

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Five Steps to Make the Grade in Online Learning

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While online learning programs provide students with flexibility and convenience, they can also be more challenging than traditional in-person courses. It takes a great deal of self-discipline and sustained motivation to earn an online degree or graduate certificate.

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Prepare for Your Semester with this Online 'School Supply' List

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You may not need a backpack to haul supplies to and from campus or 15 shades of highlighters, but if you’re going to learn online, there are some basic tech “supplies” that come with the territory.

Don’t worry. You don’t need elite equipment or skills. Here are the basics:

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