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PT电子 delivers online programs and courses throughout 美国. All programs have been approved by the Arkansas Department of Higher Education. Many states have prescribed an “authorization” process for out-of-state institutions delivering online programs to its state residents to ensure quality post-secondary education, to preserve the integrity of an academic degree, and to instill greater 学生公民的消费者保护.

PT电子 has taken steps to protect its students and operations through nationwide compliance: by participation in the National Council for 国家授权 Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA) or confirming that PT电子 can operate without such authorization because the state’s laws do not pertain to a public institution.

As of September 26, 2015, the University of Arkansas at Monticello, is approved by the Arkansas Department of Higher Education (ADHE) to participate in the National Council for 国家授权 Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA). NC-SARA是自愿的, regional approach to state oversight of postsecondary distance education. Institutions that are members of SARA are authorized to provide online education to 来自SARA所有成员国的学生.  国家和机构选择成为 members of SARA operate under a set of policies and standards overseen by the National Council for 国家授权 Reciprocity Agreements and administered by four region所有高等教育都是紧凑的.   有关的更多信息 SARA initiative and the progress of state and institutional membership.

Your course may require the use of Respondus LockDown Browser and Respondus Monitor 网上评估. LockDown Browser is a custom browser that locks down the testing environment within our Blackboard Learning Management System. 锁定浏览器时 is required for an online exam, students are unable to print, copy, visit other websites, 或者访问其他应用程序. Respondus Monitor is an online proctoring solution that 增加网络摄像头和视频分析锁定浏览器. Respondus Monitor是一个“伴侣” product" for LockDown Browser and cannot be used without it.

You will not be able to access the exam with a standard internet browser. Watch this short video to get a basic understanding of what LockDown Browser and Respondus Monitor (the 摄像头功能). A student 快速入门指南(PDF) 也是可用的. The cost to download Respondus Lockdown Browser for students is free. Students will be required to purchase their own subscription for Respondus Monitor, valid for 12 months for all courses and exams that use Respondus Monitor at their institution. 目前的价格是15美元.12个月. 先付款 考试需要使用Respondus Monitor的时间. 信用卡,借记卡,还有 PayPal是唯一可以接受的付款方式.

A web camera will also be required to take exams that have Respondus Monitor enabled. A web camera may be already built into your computer, or it can be the type that plugs 用USB数据线连接到你的电脑. 网络摄像机不提供给学生. If you do not own a web camera, you will need to purchase one for the duration of the course, borrow one for the duration of the course, or use a computer that already 在课程期间有网络摄像头吗.

Here is the link to download LockDown Browser: University of Arkansas - Monticello

Respondus浏览器下载

If you’re unable to pay for Respondus Monitor, there are a few steps you can take 寻求帮助:

  1. 联系你的院校: Reach out to your school’s administration or financial aid office. They may have funds available to assist students with necessary educational expenses like Respondus Monitor.
  2. 和你的导师讨论让你的教练知道你的情况. 他们或许能够提供替代方案 或者和你一起寻找解决办法.
  3. Respondus支持: If you encounter technical issues or need help with Respondus Lockdown Browser or Respondus Monitor, you can start a live chat session from within the application itself. The average wait time for an agent is less than 30 seconds.
  4. 检查机构政策: Some institutions may have policies in place to assist students who cannot afford 代理服务的成本. 看看你的学校是否提供这样的服务是值得的 such support.
  5. 技术故障排除: If the issue is technical rather than financial, there are 提供故障排除指南和支持 帮助您解决常见问题.
  6. System Requirements for Respondus Lockdown Browser and Monitor
  1. Windows: 11和10 Details
  2. Mac: macOS 10.15 to 14.0+
  3. iOS: 12.0+ (iPad only). 必须有兼容的LMS集成. Details
  4. Chromebook: Details
  5. 网络摄像头(内部或外部) & microphone
  6. A broadband internet connection that is strong and stable

Finally, when taking an online exam, follow these guidelines:

  • Select a location where you are comfortable having a video recording taken of yourself 你的工作环境. 这个区域也应该没有干扰和 interruptions.
  • Before starting the test, know how much time is available for it, and that you've 分配足够的时间来完成它.
  • 检查你的设备(笔记本电脑,网络摄像头等).)工作正常 在开始考试前解决任何问题
  • 关掉所有的移动设备、电话等.,不要放在触手可及的地方.
  • Clear your area of all external materials — books, papers, other computers, or devices.
  • Remain at your desk or workstation for the duration of the test.
  • LockDown Browser will prevent you from accessing other websites or applications; you will be unable to exit the test until all questions are completed and submitted

记住,沟通是关键. 请不要犹豫寻求帮助,如果你是 facing financial difficulties that impact your ability to pay for educational resources.

 

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 学生申诉程序

PT电子 works diligently to find positive outcomes to student concerns. Please exhaust all possible internal avenues of complaint resolution outlined in your Student Handbook 在出校门之前.

All students enrolling in online courses should file their complaints with PT电子 and 然后,如果需要,使用ADHE. To file a complaint with the Arkansas Division of Higher 教育(ADHE),学生必须完成这个 complaint form within 20 days of completing the institution's grievance process.

Students may also file a complaint by contacting the 高等教育委员会, which 该大学的地区认证机构是 投诉流程|学生资源(委员会.org) or 1-800-621-7440.

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