How to conduct a mock (or practice) examination

  1. Log in at lab.schoolshape.com and click 'Exams'.
  2. Select the mock exam you wish to conduct from the drop-down list.
  3. Select a group of students from the drop-down list.  If you have not yet entered students into the system, click 'Detailed Instructions' below. 
  4. The Sound Check will be displayed.  Plug in a microphone and do a test recording:
    1. Click the round button 'record' and check that the recording cursor is moving.
    2. Once the recording is done, click the square button 'stop'. The recording is now saved.
    3. To check the recording, click the forward arrow-head 'play'
    4. If you wish to redo the recording, click 'record'. In the 'Are you sure...?' message, click 'OK'
    5. The recording should be CD quality at a clearly audible level. If not, see How to adjust the microphone level or ask your IT support to check this for you.
    6. Click 'Go to exam'.
  5. Select the first candidate on your list and record the examination as above.
  6. Once you have completed the mock examination, a 'Start new exam' button will appear below the student group drop-down, allowing you to conduct another mock examination with the same group of students if you wish.