ALEKS Testing Information - Utah Valley University Testing Services - Math Placement Tool

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ALEKS PPL (Preparation Placement and Learning) is UVU’s math placement tool used to align students with the appropriate math course based on current knowledge. When ACT scores do not meet major requirements, placement assessments are required. Students are advised to complete ALEKS PPL and take placement exams in the semester before registering, with five total testing attempts and learning modules generated after the first exam. The exam uses approved calculator access only, includes a strict 2-hour time limit, and results are entered within 24 hours.

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What is the ALEKS?

Testing aids & time limit

Test results

Testing center location

Parking information

Suspicious behavior

Personal items

During the exam

ALEKS Testing Information UTAH VALLEY UNIVERSITY – TESTING SERVICES What is t he ALEKS? ALEKS PPL (Preparation Placement and Learning) is the math placement tool utilized at UVU to help students learn what course aligns with their current math knowledge . It is also a valuable tool for students to brush up on previous knowledge through assessment and study to regain their math skills leading up to registering for a math course . Required for UVU students to place them into Math Classes if their ACT score does not satisfy their major requirements . Students are encouraged to work in the ALEKS PPL system and take their math placement assessments in the semester before they plan on taking math courses . In your ALEKS account, you will have a total of 5 testing attempts. After taking your first exam, the ALEKS system will generate learning modules designed to help you practice concepts that you missed and ultimately help you to improve your score . Testing Aids & Time Limit Scratch paper will be provided to you by the Testing Center. You cannot bring your own . 􀂉 Personal/outside calculators are NOT allowed. The only permitted calculator is the calculator imbedded in the ALEKS program. A calculator icon will appear on questions that a calculator is allowed. You may click on the icon to use that calculator only. 􀂉 The time limit on the exam is 2 hours. Test Results After your exam, your scores will be entered into UVU’s database within 24 hours . Questions regrading class placement can be directed to your academic advisor. Testing Center Location The Testing Center is located on the northwest rim of UVU’s main campus and is housed in a series of trailers labeled the Wolverine Service Center (WS) . The address is: 1165 West 800 South Orem, UT 84058 The Testing Center is in the northern part of the building. Parking Information A parking permit is required. If you do not already have a parking pass, you have the following options: 􀂉 You can park in one of the white-painted parking stalls in the L9 lot just north of the Testing Center (across the street from the building entrance) . You will need to use the pay-by-phone Passport Phone Application to submit payment on a per-hour basis . 􀂉 You can purchase a $5.00 Day Pass by contacting UVU Parking Services at 801-863-8188. The Day Pass will allow you to park in any of the stalls (besides the white-painted stalls) in the L9 or L10 lot just north of the Testing Center (across the street from the building entrance) . We recommend this option if your test is scheduled for more than 4 hours . The small lots on the immediate sides of the Wolverine Service building are for Faculty and Employee parking only. For additional questions regarding parking, please visit the UVU Parking Service website. Current and valid school or government ID must be present prior to taking a test. Suspicious Behavior If the proctor sees any markings on you, it will be investigated, and your test may be stopped. Any prohibited use of cell phones or electronics during an exam may result in termination of the exam . We reserve the right to investigate any suspicious behavior. Personal Items 􀂉 All items or bags brought into the testing center will be placed in a secure locker provided by the testing center. 􀂉 All cell phones must be powered off and put away prior to receiving a test. 􀂉 Sunglasses may not be worn while testing. 􀂉 Hats will be asked to be put into the provided locker. Hoods of any type may not be worn while testing. 􀂉 The consumption of food or drink is not allowed in any testing rooms . During the Exam 􀂉 You may raise your hand to ask a question, however our proctors are not allowed to clarify or help answer test questions. 􀂉 The only testing aids permitted will bethe ones specified to you at check in. 􀂉 If you have questions or concerns regarding the test aids, be sure to ask before testing.

FAQs

What is ALEKS PPL used for at UVU?

ALEKS PPL is the math placement tool used at UVU to help students learn which course matches their current math knowledge. It also supports practice through assessment and study to rebuild skills before registering for a math course.

How many testing attempts are available in an ALEKS account?

Students have a total of 5 testing attempts. After taking the first exam, ALEKS generates learning modules to help practice missed concepts and improve the score.

What items and calculator access are allowed during the ALEKS exam?

Scratch paper is provided by the Testing Center. Personal or outside calculators are not allowed; only the calculator embedded in the ALEKS program can be used when the calculator icon appears on questions.

What rules apply to ID, phones, and personal items at the Testing Center?

Current and valid school or government ID must be present before taking a test. Cell phones must be powered off and put away before receiving a test, and items or bags are stored in a secure locker. Food and drink are not allowed in any testing rooms.

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