In this article, we discuss how digital testing works for students. We answer frequently asked questions and guide you through the process, ensuring that you are well prepared for the test.
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Tell the supervisor that you have forgotten your password. The university staff will create a temporary new password for you. The new password is linked to your student account. You can then log in with your ULCN email address and the temporary password.
Please note: the password is valid for only 15 minutes.
Do not reload or close the page! Alert the supervisor.
Click here to find out more about what to do.
Usually when you take a test on your personal laptop, Schoolyear is activated. Schoolyear is an additional fraud prevention measure that ensures that you cannot open external websites or documents during the test. All websites and documents that you need to access are entered by your teacher.
Click here to find out more about Schoolyear.
The Ans support page contains instructions on how to take digital tests. You can also watch a video on YouTube about taking a test. During the test, you will receive instructions on how to log in. Finally, you can always contact a supervisor if any unexpected problems arise.
You will receive an access code when the test is taken on a personal device (BYOD test).
Go to https://ans.app/users/sign_in and log in with your UCLN account. After logging in, you will be taken to your personal Ans homepage. The exam is located here.
Need more help logging in? See our FAQ page.
For each test, the teacher can make tools available that are desirable or necessary for the test, such as:
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An equation keyboard. For creating a mathematical comparison in your answer.
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A live chat function. For asking questions while taking your test.
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A split screen. If attachments are included in the digital test, the digital test will start with a split screen by default.
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Text-to-speech: To support students who need extra help reading text.
- Click here for more information about Readspeaker.
It is possible to submit one or more files to Ans via upload. The file may not exceed 25MB. File types from the list below can be uploaded:
- *.zip
- *.png, .jpg, .jpeg
- *.xls, .xlsx, .csv
- *.txt
- *.py
- *.mp3, .mp4
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You can see whether you have actually submitted your test by reopening the test from the box on the start screen. Here you can see whether the test has been submitted. If not, you can still do so.
Please note: once you have submitted the test, you will no longer be able to change your answers.
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Answers are automatically saved every 30 seconds. Once the test time has elapsed, the test is automatically closed and submitted. Assessment is based on the answers saved earlier.
After marking your work, your teacher will publish your results, which you can view in the test. The Ans Help Center has a manual and a YouTube video available on how to view your results.
Contact and information
Need help? Contact your teacher or the ISSC helpdesk in advance. During the exam, you can approach the supervisor.