The document provides instructions for installing and taking the Versant English Placement Test (VEPT) which consists of two computer-delivered tests that must be taken seriously and completed in a quiet environment. It describes installing the required test software, entering identification codes to start tests, checking audio and microphone functionality, and notifying the recruiter once both tests are finished.
The document provides instructions for installing and taking the Versant English Placement Test (VEPT) which consists of two computer-delivered tests that must be taken seriously and completed in a quiet environment. It describes installing the required test software, entering identification codes to start tests, checking audio and microphone functionality, and notifying the recruiter once both tests are finished.
The document provides instructions for installing and taking the Versant English Placement Test (VEPT) which consists of two computer-delivered tests that must be taken seriously and completed in a quiet environment. It describes installing the required test software, entering identification codes to start tests, checking audio and microphone functionality, and notifying the recruiter once both tests are finished.
The document provides instructions for installing and taking the Versant English Placement Test (VEPT) which consists of two computer-delivered tests that must be taken seriously and completed in a quiet environment. It describes installing the required test software, entering identification codes to start tests, checking audio and microphone functionality, and notifying the recruiter once both tests are finished.
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VEPT Data Collection: Test Instructions & CDT Installation Steps
This document describes the Versant English Placement Test (VEPT)
Collection Test and how to install the Computer Delivered Test (CDT) client on your computer. Please read this document carefully before taking the tests. Things you need to take VEPT: Two Test Identification Numbers (TINs) from the recruiter A Windows-based computer A USB headset with a microphone or good built-in microphone A quiet testing environment I. Test Instruction You will receive two TINs from the recruiter and take two VEPT Data Collection Tests (about 50 minute for each test). You must be 18 years old or older. You can take the two tests at two separate times (e.g., within the same day or two different days). Once the test begins, you should NOT quit the test in the middle. The TIN will no longer be valid as soon as the test starts. It is therefore critical to reserve one hour for each test. The two tests you have to take will have the same test structure, as summarized below. Task Type Repeats
Task Description
Repeat the sentence word
by word. Sentence Rearrange the word Builds groups into a sentence. Conversations Listen to a short conversation and then answer a question. Sentence Type one word that best Completion fits the meaning of the sentence Dictation Type the sentence you hear. Passage Read a passage and then Recall reconstruct it using your own words. Summary and Summary a text and then Opinion state your own opinion.
# of items in the Test 13 12 7 10 10 3
You must take the test seriously in a quiet environment. A Computer-Delivered Test (CDT) Program needs to be installed prior to taking the tests. We have staff to check each call in order to monitor the seriousness of test-takers. Unserious tests will not get paid. 2
Before you start the test, please provide your demographic information regarding age, gender, first language, country of origin, highest degree of education, and TOFEL score and date taken (if available) to your recruiter. Your demographic information will be confidentially stored and will be used only for research purposes. II. Installing CDT Before testing can begin, you must download and install the CDT client from Pearsons website onto all of the computers that you plan to use for Versant testing. The whole process typically takes only a few minutes per computer. Follow these steps for each computer: 1. Go to http://www.versanttest.com/technology/platforms/cdt/ 2. Click to download the CDT Client application (approx. 10 MB download). 3. When the dialogue box appears, select Run to download and install CDT on the computer. 4. Click Next in each of the following dialog boxes until the installation is completed. 5. Once installation of the CDT client is complete, an icon will automatically appear on your desktop and in the Start Menu. III. How to Take a Test on CDT 1. Enter your 8-digit TIN. When finished, click the button Enter.
2. Check that your headset and microphone are plugged in, configured properly, and that the sound and volume are turned on and up. 3. Follow the instructions for the audio check to ensure your computer can play the test audio at an acceptable level for completing the test. 4. For the speaking part of the test, follow the instructions to check that your microphone is functioning properly.
IV. Complete a Test and Report to Recruiter
1. With your computer connected to the Internet, complete the test and click Finish. Please wait for at least one minute to allow the testing file uploaded into the system. 2. When you complete both tests, please report to the recruiter. Contact Information If you have any questions or comments, please contact Xiaoqiu Xu at (650)470-3560 or xiaoqiu.xu@pearson.com.
