Examinations
Students must follow the examination instructions outlined in their course syllabi on Canvas. Examination accommodation is available for students with documented disabilities or special needs. See “Request for Accommodation” for more information. Make-up examinations for students with excused absences must be scheduled with the Examination Coordinator within 24 hours of returning and will be administered, on a day the university is open, during school hours and within ten calendar days of the student’s return.
If the final course grades must be submitted to the registrar prior to the date of the make- up exam, the student will receive a grade of “Incomplete” (I). Once the student takes the make-up exam, the final course grade will be calculated and submitted to the registrar. At that point, the “Incomplete” grade will be changed to the grade the student achieved in the course.
Due to the amount of material presented within each examination block, students may only make up one block exam per semester, unless approved by the Associate Dean of Faculty and Students based on extenuating circumstances. If a student must miss two or more exams per semester, the student will be advised to pursue a different course of action, such as a leave of absence or withdrawal.
Students will not receive credit for any unexcused absences. See “Attendance” section for more information on unexcused absences. Unexcused absences may also result in a student meeting with the Associate Dean of Faculty and Students and/or the Student Progress Committee. An unexcused absence from a clinical rotation may result in the immediate end to that rotation, possible failure, and/or a directive to meet with the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and/or Dean of Clinical Affairs and/or the Student Progress Committee. LMU-CDM reserves the right to require students to attend a meeting or activity on campus, in-person as needed.
LMU-CDM courses use Canvas as an online learning platform. Students should keep notification settings active to stay current on course updates. LMU-CDM uses Canvas/Lockdown Browser testing software to administer examinations using student laptops. It is important for students to have an up-to-date laptop that meets college guidelines to avoid difficulties during testing. Students must a working laptop with an internal or external webcam for
Incoming students are required to have a laptop computer to access electronic information, submit assignments, and communicate with peers and faculty electronically. The choice of platform (Apple or PC) is up to the students as long as it fits Students are required to use a privacy screen for their personal laptops during testing. iPads are not permitted for testing purposes. Cell phones must be placed on the table in front of the student with the screen facing down. Cell phone use during the exam is strictly prohibited; cell phones are allowed only for the purpose of account authorization when logging into the exam. For more detailed information about computer requirements go to: https://www.lmunet.edu/information-services/i-need-help-with/bring-your-own-device-byod