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The Certificate in Applied Ethics shows you are prepared for the ethical challenges that your profession will present.</p><article class="align-center media media--type-inline-media media--view-mode-scale-width-600px"> <div class="field field--name-field-media-image-10 field--type-image field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/inline_media_600w/public/2023-02/students_outside.jpg.webp?itok=CNr0kPLb" width="600" height="400" alt="Students Outside" class="image-style-inline-media-600w"> </div> </div> </article> </div> </div> </div> <div class="no-bottom-margin block block-layout-builder block-inline-blockbasic"> <h2 class="field field--name-field-block-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> Variety of Elective Choices </div> </h2> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>The Certificate in Ethics requires two core Philosophy courses and four electives, some of which might be courses in your major. Electives can be found in a wide<br>variety of areas, including:</p><table><tbody><tr><td style="background-color:white;vertical-align:top;"><ul><li>Anthropology</li><li>Biology</li><li>Business</li><li>Civil Engineering</li></ul></td><td style="background-color:white;vertical-align:top;"><ul><li>Communications</li><li>Environmental Science</li><li>History</li></ul></td><td style="background-color:white;vertical-align:top;"><ul><li>Humanities</li><li>Literature</li><li>Philosophy</li><li>Sociology</li></ul></td></tr></tbody></table> </div> </div> </div> <div class="no-bottom-margin block block-layout-builder block-inline-blockbasic"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <h3>Courses</h3><p>To satisfy the program’s 18-credit requirement, 6 credits must be earned by completing both of the program’s core courses, at least 3&nbsp;credits must be earned by completing one of the elective courses within the program that is 300 level and has a PHIL prefix, and the remaining 9 credits can be satisfied by completing any other 100-200 level courses or 300-400 level courses among the program’s electives. Students must complete 18 credits to receive the certificate.</p><h4>&nbsp;</h4><table><thead><tr><th>Required Courses</th><th>Credit Hours</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>PHIL 205 - Introduction to Logic</td><td>3&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>PHIL 215 - Ethical Theory</td><td>3</td></tr></tbody></table><table><thead><tr><th>Elective Courses</th><th>Credit Hours</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>ANTH 452 - Globalization</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td>BIO 341 - Medical Genetics</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td>BUS 226 - Business Law</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td>BUS 447 - Controversial Issues in Management</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td>CE 308 - Principle of Professional Practice</td><td>4</td></tr><tr><td>COM 255 - Communication Ethics</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td>ENV 111 - Intro to Enviromental Sciences</td><td>4</td></tr><tr><td>ENV 484 - Sustainable Human Ecology</td><td>4</td></tr><tr><td>HIST 275 - Intro to History of Medicine</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td>HIST 356 - A History of Energy</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td>HIST 452 - Globalization &amp; Pacific Northwest</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td>HUM 125 - Intro Tech, Soc, Value</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td>LIT 305 - Ecol Issues in Nature Writing</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td>LIT 315 - Science Fiction Lit &amp; Film</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td>LIT 345 - Postapocalyptic Lit &amp; Film</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td>PHIL 207 - Seminar (with instructor approval)</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td>PHIL 225 - Bioethics</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td>PHIL 305 - Medical Ethics</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td>PHIL 307 - Seminar (with instructor approval)</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td>PHIL 331 - Ethics in the Professions</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td>PHIL 336 - Moral Standing and Moral Beings</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td>PHIL 342 - Business Ethics</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td>PHIL 355 - Ethics and Philosophy of Artificial Intelligence</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td>PHIL 425 - Environmental Ethics</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td>SOC 335 - Health Inequality &amp; Culture Competency</td><td>3</td></tr></tbody></table> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="layout__region layout__region--second"> <div class="block block-layout-builder block-inline-blockbasic"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p class="text-align-center"><span style="color:black;font-family:Aptos, Aptos_EmbeddedFont, Aptos_MSFontService, Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12pt;" data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">For non-enrolled, non-degree-seeking students, please see the page for the online ethics certificate.</span></p><p class="text-align-center"><a href="/node/9130"><strong>Online Ethics Certificate</strong></a></p><p class="text-align-center">&nbsp;</p><hr><p>&nbsp;</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="no-bottom-margin block block-layout-builder block-inline-blockprogram-sidebar-block"> <div class="program-sidebar"> <div class="field 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Philosophy) Minor Program</strong><br>&nbsp;</p><article class="align-center media media--type-inline-media media--view-mode-scale-width-450px"> <div class="field field--name-field-media-image-10 field--type-image field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/inline_media_450w/public/inline-images/alps-logo.jpg.webp?itok=gUOxr6tT" width="450" height="326" alt="alps logo" title="alps-logo.jpg" class="image-style-inline-media-450w"> </div> </div> </article> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> Thu, 10 Apr 2025 21:35:27 +0000 jeff.daniels@oit.edu 9470 at /directory/molly-covey <span class="field field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden">Molly Covey</span> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><span>kwall</span></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2025-03-29T01:31:49-07:00" title="Saturday, March 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After earning a placement score, students may register for the recommended course after meeting with their academic advisor. All incoming students must either take a proctored ALEKS math placement assessment or receive an exemption from the Admissions Office before they can enroll in courses.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-layout-builder block-inline-blockparagraph-block"> <h2 class="field field--name-field-block-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> How do I get an exemption? </div> </h2> <div class="field field--name-field-paragraph field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--wysiwyg paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-body-formatted field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>Students who meet certain criteria may be eligible for an exemption. To request an exemption, ensure you meet one or more of the exemption criteria, and contact Admissions at <a href="mailto:oit@oit.edu">oit@oit.edu</a> with the following information:</p><div><ul><li>Official report of your AP, IB, CLEP, or college credit courses with your name, source of credit (such as your school's name), course name, and score or grade are visible</li></ul><p>We'll consider you for an exemption once you provide this information.</p><p>If you're exempted from the math placement requirement, you'll be notified via email by the Admissions Office. Unless you've received an exemption from Admissions, you'll need to take the placement assessment to be able to register for courses.</p></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-layout-builder block-inline-blockparagraph-block"> <h2 class="field field--name-field-block-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> Exemption Criteria </div> </h2> <div class="field field--name-field-paragraph field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--wysiwyg paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-body-formatted field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>Students may qualify for an exemption if they have one or more of the following:</p><ul><li>College math credit (MATH 100 or higher) from a regionally accredited college or university</li><li>AP Pre-Calculus, Calculus A/B, or Calculus B/C with a 3 or higher</li><li>IB Mathematics or Further Mathematics</li><li>Score of 50 or higher on the Calculus, College Algebra, Trigonometry, or College Algebra-Trigonometry CLEP exam</li></ul> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> Fri, 14 Feb 2025 18:02:42 +0000 jeff.daniels@oit.edu 9421 at /admissions/placement-testing/details <span class="field field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden">Learn More ��ɫ��Ƶ Placement Testing</span> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><span>jeff.daniels@oit.edu</span></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2025-02-14T09:58:20-08:00" title="Friday, February 14, 2025 - 09:58" class="datetime">Fri, 02/14/2025 - 09:58</time> </span> <div class="contained-width layout layout--onecol"> <div class="layout__region layout__region--content"> <div class="block block-layout-builder block-inline-blockparagraph-block"> <h2 class="field field--name-field-block-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> Frequently Asked Questions </div> </h2> <div class="field field--name-field-paragraph field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div id="accordion-30659" class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="container"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30656" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30656" class="collapsed">How long does the assessment take?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30656" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>Students are given 2 hours to complete the proctored ALEKS Math Placement Assessment. Students usually take between 60-90 minutes.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30657" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30657" class="collapsed">What happens after I receive a math placement score?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30657" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>You can check the&nbsp;<a href="/sites/default/files/document/aleks-cut-score-chart-513532423.pdf">ALEKS Math Placement Chart</a>&nbsp;to see what your score qualifies you for. Your scores will be added to your student registration information. When you meet with your advisor at New Wings, they will use this information, along with what you submitted on your Priority Enrollment Form, to place you in a math course.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30658" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30658" class="collapsed">Who do I contact if I have questions?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30658" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>For most questions about taking the ALEKS Math Placement Assessment, please contact ��ɫ��Ƶ Admissions at <a href="mailto:oit@oit.edu">oit@oit.edu</a> or 541-885-1150.</p><p>Questions related to accommodations or tech support can be answered by ALEKS. Please see the below sections for contact information.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-layout-builder block-inline-blockparagraph-block"> <h2 class="field field--name-field-block-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> Common Questions ��ɫ��Ƶ Math Placement Support </div> </h2> <div class="field field--name-field-paragraph field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div id="accordion-30662" class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="container"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30660" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30660" class="collapsed">Who do I contact for accommodations?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30660" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>Contact <strong>ALEKS (McGraw-Hill)</strong>&nbsp;for questions and arrangements pertaining to accommodated placement assessments.</p><p>To learn more about the available support and accommodations offered, please contact <a href="mailto:accessibility@mheducation.com" aria-label="Link accessibility@mheducation.com" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" title="mailto:accessibility@mheducation.com">accessibility@mheducation.com</a>. Visit the <a href="https://mh.my.site.com/aleks/s/alekscontactsupport">ALEKS support webpage</a> for additional support contact info.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30661" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30661" class="collapsed">Who do I contact for technical support?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30661" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>For issues related to the assessment software or Respondus, ALEKS has tech support available:</p><ul><li><a href="http://support.aleks.com/assess_placement">ALEKS Technical Support</a></li><li><a href="http://www.aleks.com/faqs/technical">ALEKS FAQs</a></li><li><a href="http://www.aleks.com/contact_us">Contact ALEKS</a></li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-layout-builder block-inline-blockparagraph-block"> <h2 class="field field--name-field-block-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> Common Questions ��ɫ��Ƶ Taking the Assessment </div> </h2> <div class="field field--name-field-paragraph field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div id="accordion-30651" class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="container"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30641" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30641" class="collapsed">What's on the ALEKS Math Placement Assessment?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30641" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <ul><li>Real numbers (including fractions, integers, and percentages)</li><li>Equations and inequalities (including linear equations, linear inequalities, systems of linear equations, and quadratic equations),</li><li>Linear and quadratic functions (including graphs and functions, linear functions, and parabolas), exponents and polynomials (including integer exponents, polynomial arithmetic, factoring, and polynomial equations), rational expressions (including rational equations and rational functions</li><li>Radical expressions (including higher roots and rational exponents)</li><li>Exponentials and logarithms (including function compositions and inverse functions, properties of logarithms, and logarithmic equations)</li><li>Geometry and trigonometry (including perimeter, area, and volume, coordinate geometry, trigonometric functions, and identities and equations).</li></ul><p>Please view the <a href="https://webadmin.oit.edu/sites/default/files/2024/documents/ALEKS_PlacementProblemTypes_pplv2.pdf">ALEKS Topics and Problem Types document</a> for a complete list.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30642" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30642" class="collapsed">What's the format of the questions on the assessment?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30642" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>The ALEKS Math Placement Assessment is not multiple choice. It's open response and requires you to work out solutions with a paper and pencil before entering in your answers. Be sure to have scratch paper with you.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30643" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30643" class="collapsed">May I use a calculator during the assessment?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30643" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>There will be an on-screen calculator available for each question that requires one. You may not use your own calculator.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30644" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30644" class="collapsed">May I use any other resources during the assessment?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30644" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>You may only use a pen or pencil, paper, and the resources provided within the ALEKS Math Placement Assessment. You shouldn't receive assistance from friends, family, other websites, textbooks, or any other resource not provided by the assessment software. Using outside resources will lead to improper placement and potentially course failure. It is a violation of the institution’s honor code.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30645" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30645" class="collapsed">Can I review a question after I've answered it?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30645" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>Because the assessment is adaptive, once you submit an answer, you cannot change it. Be sure to carefully check your answer before submitting.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30646" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30646" class="collapsed">What if I see questions I don’t know? </a> </div> <div id="accordion-30646" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>It's likely you'll be asked questions on topics you haven't learned yet. This is by design, as it helps the assessment software understand what math topics you have and haven't learned.</p><p>For questions that you're already familiar with, it's important that you do your best to answer correctly.</p><p>For questions you're unfamiliar with, feel free to answer "I don't know," which will help the assessment adapt to your knowledge and provide an accurate placement score.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30647" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30647" class="collapsed">Is the assessment timed?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30647" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>The system will allow you to access your placement assessment for 2 hours. The software will automatically log out after 30 minutes of inactivity. If this happens, you will need to begin the test again.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30648" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30648" class="collapsed">What happens if I do not complete the assessment in the allotted time?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30648" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>Since our assessment is proctored and timed, you'll be given a placement result, but it will not be a true reflection of your abilities. Please use the practice materials and take another attempt to ensure accurate math placement.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30649" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30649" class="collapsed">How are assessment scores used?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30649" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>We will receive your scores from the assessment and provide them to your advisor. This will help them recommend the correct math course to you when you meet with them for your initial fall term registration.</p><p>Your placement result (overall score) is a number between 0 and 100. It represents the percentage of topics that you have mastered within ALEKS. Students who score below 30% or place below MATH 100 will be encouraged to enroll in MATH 101. Students will need to speak with an advisor who will then make recommendations and give further instructions.</p><table><tbody><tr><td>Score</td><td>Range</td><td>Course Placement</td><td>Course to list as Placement</td><td>��ɫ��Ƶ Course</td><td>��ɫ��Ƶ Course Title</td></tr><tr><td>≥ 30</td><td>30-45</td><td>Intermediate Algebra</td><td>MATH 100</td><td>MATH 100</td><td>Intermediate Algebra</td></tr><tr><td>≥ 46</td><td>46-60</td><td>College Algebra</td><td>MATH 111</td><td><p>MATH 111</p><p>MATH 243</p></td><td><p>College Algebra</p><p>Introductory Statistics</p></td></tr><tr><td>≥ 61</td><td>61-75</td><td>Pre-Calculus/ Business Calculus</td><td>MATH 112</td><td><p>MATH 112&nbsp;</p><p>MATH 361</p><p>MATH 371</p></td><td><p>Trigonometry</p><p>Statistical Methods I</p><p>Finite Mathematics &amp; Calculus I</p></td></tr><tr><td>≥ 76</td><td>76-100</td><td>Calculus I</td><td>MATH 251</td><td>MATH 251</td><td>Differential Calculus</td></tr></tbody></table> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30650" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30650" class="collapsed">How many times can I take the assessment?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30650" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>You can retake the placement assessment up to four additional times to improve your score (the highest score will be used by your advisor for math placement). The software requires that you use the Learning Modules for a specific amount of time before you can make your second and third placement assessment attempts. The Learning Modules and the assessment adapt to your math knowledge as you go.</p><ul><li><strong>Practice test</strong> — recommended before your first attempt so you understand how to navigate the tool and utilize the resources available</li><li><strong>1st Attempt </strong>— remember to give yourself extra time to complete the verification steps before Attempt #1 (Note: verification will be required for each attempt)</li><li>48 Hours</li><li><strong>2nd Attempt </strong>— complete 5 hours of Prep and Learning Modules</li><li>48 Hours</li><li><strong>3rd Attempt </strong>— complete 5 hours of Prep and Learning Modules</li><li>48 Hours</li><li><strong>4th Attempt</strong> — work in the Prep and Learning Modules to improve your score</li><li>48 Hours</li><li><strong>5th Attempt</strong> — work in the Prep and Learning Modules to improve your score</li></ul> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-layout-builder block-inline-blockparagraph-block"> <h2 class="field field--name-field-block-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> Common Questions ��ɫ��Ƶ the ALEKS Learning Modules </div> </h2> <div class="field field--name-field-paragraph field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div id="accordion-30655" class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="container"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30652" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30652" class="collapsed">How long do I have access to my Prep and Learning Module?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30652" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>You will have six months of access to your Prep and Learning module. Access to the prep course begins once you select "start" at the top of your screen. <strong>Do not</strong>&nbsp;select "start" until you're ready to start working.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30653" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30653" class="collapsed">Is there an additional fee for my Prep and Learning Module?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30653" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>Access to a Prep and Learning Module is included along with the additional placement assessment attempts.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30654" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30654" class="collapsed">What if I do not place into the course I wanted?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30654" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>This is a perfect opportunity to take advantage of the Prep and Learning Modules offered within ALEKS. An individualized study plan will be created based on your performance on the initial placement assessment. ALEKS will identify what you know and what you are ready to learn next so you can brush up on lost knowledge.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> Fri, 14 Feb 2025 17:58:20 +0000 jeff.daniels@oit.edu 9420 at /admissions/placement-testing/details <span class="field field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden">Learn More ��ɫ��Ƶ Placement Testing</span> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><span>jeff.daniels@oit.edu</span></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2025-02-14T09:58:20-08:00" title="Friday, February 14, 2025 - 09:58" class="datetime">Fri, 02/14/2025 - 09:58</time> </span> <div class="contained-width layout layout--onecol"> <div class="layout__region layout__region--content"> <div class="block block-layout-builder block-inline-blockparagraph-block"> <h2 class="field field--name-field-block-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> Frequently Asked Questions </div> </h2> <div class="field field--name-field-paragraph field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div id="accordion-30659" class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="container"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30656" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30656" class="collapsed">How long does the assessment take?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30656" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>Students are given 2 hours to complete the proctored ALEKS Math Placement Assessment. Students usually take between 60-90 minutes.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30657" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30657" class="collapsed">What happens after I receive a math placement score?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30657" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>You can check the&nbsp;<a href="/sites/default/files/document/aleks-cut-score-chart-513532423.pdf">ALEKS Math Placement Chart</a>&nbsp;to see what your score qualifies you for. Your scores will be added to your student registration information. When you meet with your advisor at New Wings, they will use this information, along with what you submitted on your Priority Enrollment Form, to place you in a math course.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30658" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30658" class="collapsed">Who do I contact if I have questions?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30658" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>For most questions about taking the ALEKS Math Placement Assessment, please contact ��ɫ��Ƶ Admissions at <a href="mailto:oit@oit.edu">oit@oit.edu</a> or 541-885-1150.</p><p>Questions related to accommodations or tech support can be answered by ALEKS. Please see the below sections for contact information.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-layout-builder block-inline-blockparagraph-block"> <h2 class="field field--name-field-block-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> Common Questions ��ɫ��Ƶ Math Placement Support </div> </h2> <div class="field field--name-field-paragraph field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div id="accordion-30662" class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="container"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30660" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30660" class="collapsed">Who do I contact for accommodations?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30660" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>Contact <strong>ALEKS (McGraw-Hill)</strong>&nbsp;for questions and arrangements pertaining to accommodated placement assessments.</p><p>To learn more about the available support and accommodations offered, please contact <a href="mailto:accessibility@mheducation.com" aria-label="Link accessibility@mheducation.com" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" title="mailto:accessibility@mheducation.com">accessibility@mheducation.com</a>. Visit the <a href="https://mh.my.site.com/aleks/s/alekscontactsupport">ALEKS support webpage</a> for additional support contact info.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30661" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30661" class="collapsed">Who do I contact for technical support?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30661" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>For issues related to the assessment software or Respondus, ALEKS has tech support available:</p><ul><li><a href="http://support.aleks.com/assess_placement">ALEKS Technical Support</a></li><li><a href="http://www.aleks.com/faqs/technical">ALEKS FAQs</a></li><li><a href="http://www.aleks.com/contact_us">Contact ALEKS</a></li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-layout-builder block-inline-blockparagraph-block"> <h2 class="field field--name-field-block-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> Common Questions ��ɫ��Ƶ Taking the Assessment </div> </h2> <div class="field field--name-field-paragraph field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div id="accordion-30651" class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="container"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30641" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30641" class="collapsed">What's on the ALEKS Math Placement Assessment?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30641" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <ul><li>Real numbers (including fractions, integers, and percentages)</li><li>Equations and inequalities (including linear equations, linear inequalities, systems of linear equations, and quadratic equations),</li><li>Linear and quadratic functions (including graphs and functions, linear functions, and parabolas), exponents and polynomials (including integer exponents, polynomial arithmetic, factoring, and polynomial equations), rational expressions (including rational equations and rational functions</li><li>Radical expressions (including higher roots and rational exponents)</li><li>Exponentials and logarithms (including function compositions and inverse functions, properties of logarithms, and logarithmic equations)</li><li>Geometry and trigonometry (including perimeter, area, and volume, coordinate geometry, trigonometric functions, and identities and equations).</li></ul><p>Please view the <a href="https://webadmin.oit.edu/sites/default/files/2024/documents/ALEKS_PlacementProblemTypes_pplv2.pdf">ALEKS Topics and Problem Types document</a> for a complete list.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30642" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30642" class="collapsed">What's the format of the questions on the assessment?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30642" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>The ALEKS Math Placement Assessment is not multiple choice. It's open response and requires you to work out solutions with a paper and pencil before entering in your answers. Be sure to have scratch paper with you.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30643" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30643" class="collapsed">May I use a calculator during the assessment?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30643" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>There will be an on-screen calculator available for each question that requires one. You may not use your own calculator.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30644" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30644" class="collapsed">May I use any other resources during the assessment?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30644" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>You may only use a pen or pencil, paper, and the resources provided within the ALEKS Math Placement Assessment. You shouldn't receive assistance from friends, family, other websites, textbooks, or any other resource not provided by the assessment software. Using outside resources will lead to improper placement and potentially course failure. It is a violation of the institution’s honor code.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30645" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30645" class="collapsed">Can I review a question after I've answered it?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30645" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>Because the assessment is adaptive, once you submit an answer, you cannot change it. Be sure to carefully check your answer before submitting.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30646" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30646" class="collapsed">What if I see questions I don’t know? </a> </div> <div id="accordion-30646" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>It's likely you'll be asked questions on topics you haven't learned yet. This is by design, as it helps the assessment software understand what math topics you have and haven't learned.</p><p>For questions that you're already familiar with, it's important that you do your best to answer correctly.</p><p>For questions you're unfamiliar with, feel free to answer "I don't know," which will help the assessment adapt to your knowledge and provide an accurate placement score.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30647" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30647" class="collapsed">Is the assessment timed?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30647" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>The system will allow you to access your placement assessment for 2 hours. The software will automatically log out after 30 minutes of inactivity. If this happens, you will need to begin the test again.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30648" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30648" class="collapsed">What happens if I do not complete the assessment in the allotted time?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30648" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>Since our assessment is proctored and timed, you'll be given a placement result, but it will not be a true reflection of your abilities. Please use the practice materials and take another attempt to ensure accurate math placement.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30649" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30649" class="collapsed">How are assessment scores used?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30649" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>We will receive your scores from the assessment and provide them to your advisor. This will help them recommend the correct math course to you when you meet with them for your initial fall term registration.</p><p>Your placement result (overall score) is a number between 0 and 100. It represents the percentage of topics that you have mastered within ALEKS. Students who score below 30% or place below MATH 100 will be encouraged to enroll in MATH 101. Students will need to speak with an advisor who will then make recommendations and give further instructions.</p><table><tbody><tr><td>Score</td><td>Range</td><td>Course Placement</td><td>Course to list as Placement</td><td>��ɫ��Ƶ Course</td><td>��ɫ��Ƶ Course Title</td></tr><tr><td>≥ 30</td><td>30-45</td><td>Intermediate Algebra</td><td>MATH 100</td><td>MATH 100</td><td>Intermediate Algebra</td></tr><tr><td>≥ 46</td><td>46-60</td><td>College Algebra</td><td>MATH 111</td><td><p>MATH 111</p><p>MATH 243</p></td><td><p>College Algebra</p><p>Introductory Statistics</p></td></tr><tr><td>≥ 61</td><td>61-75</td><td>Pre-Calculus/ Business Calculus</td><td>MATH 112</td><td><p>MATH 112&nbsp;</p><p>MATH 361</p><p>MATH 371</p></td><td><p>Trigonometry</p><p>Statistical Methods I</p><p>Finite Mathematics &amp; Calculus I</p></td></tr><tr><td>≥ 76</td><td>76-100</td><td>Calculus I</td><td>MATH 251</td><td>MATH 251</td><td>Differential Calculus</td></tr></tbody></table> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30650" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30650" class="collapsed">How many times can I take the assessment?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30650" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>You can retake the placement assessment up to four additional times to improve your score (the highest score will be used by your advisor for math placement). The software requires that you use the Learning Modules for a specific amount of time before you can make your second and third placement assessment attempts. The Learning Modules and the assessment adapt to your math knowledge as you go.</p><ul><li><strong>Practice test</strong> — recommended before your first attempt so you understand how to navigate the tool and utilize the resources available</li><li><strong>1st Attempt </strong>— remember to give yourself extra time to complete the verification steps before Attempt #1 (Note: verification will be required for each attempt)</li><li>48 Hours</li><li><strong>2nd Attempt </strong>— complete 5 hours of Prep and Learning Modules</li><li>48 Hours</li><li><strong>3rd Attempt </strong>— complete 5 hours of Prep and Learning Modules</li><li>48 Hours</li><li><strong>4th Attempt</strong> — work in the Prep and Learning Modules to improve your score</li><li>48 Hours</li><li><strong>5th Attempt</strong> — work in the Prep and Learning Modules to improve your score</li></ul> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-layout-builder block-inline-blockparagraph-block"> <h2 class="field field--name-field-block-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> Common Questions ��ɫ��Ƶ the ALEKS Learning Modules </div> </h2> <div class="field field--name-field-paragraph field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div id="accordion-30655" class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="container"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30652" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30652" class="collapsed">How long do I have access to my Prep and Learning Module?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30652" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>You will have six months of access to your Prep and Learning module. Access to the prep course begins once you select "start" at the top of your screen. <strong>Do not</strong>&nbsp;select "start" until you're ready to start working.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30653" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30653" class="collapsed">Is there an additional fee for my Prep and Learning Module?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30653" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>Access to a Prep and Learning Module is included along with the additional placement assessment attempts.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30654" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30654" class="collapsed">What if I do not place into the course I wanted?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30654" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>This is a perfect opportunity to take advantage of the Prep and Learning Modules offered within ALEKS. An individualized study plan will be created based on your performance on the initial placement assessment. ALEKS will identify what you know and what you are ready to learn next so you can brush up on lost knowledge.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> Fri, 14 Feb 2025 17:58:20 +0000 jeff.daniels@oit.edu 9420 at /admissions/placement-testing/details <span class="field field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden">Learn More ��ɫ��Ƶ Placement Testing</span> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><span>jeff.daniels@oit.edu</span></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2025-02-14T09:58:20-08:00" title="Friday, February 14, 2025 - 09:58" class="datetime">Fri, 02/14/2025 - 09:58</time> </span> <div class="contained-width layout layout--onecol"> <div class="layout__region layout__region--content"> <div class="block block-layout-builder block-inline-blockparagraph-block"> <h2 class="field field--name-field-block-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> Frequently Asked Questions </div> </h2> <div class="field field--name-field-paragraph field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div id="accordion-30659" class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="container"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30656" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30656" class="collapsed">How long does the assessment take?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30656" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>Students are given 2 hours to complete the proctored ALEKS Math Placement Assessment. Students usually take between 60-90 minutes.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30657" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30657" class="collapsed">What happens after I receive a math placement score?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30657" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>You can check the&nbsp;<a href="/sites/default/files/document/aleks-cut-score-chart-513532423.pdf">ALEKS Math Placement Chart</a>&nbsp;to see what your score qualifies you for. Your scores will be added to your student registration information. When you meet with your advisor at New Wings, they will use this information, along with what you submitted on your Priority Enrollment Form, to place you in a math course.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30658" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30658" class="collapsed">Who do I contact if I have questions?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30658" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>For most questions about taking the ALEKS Math Placement Assessment, please contact ��ɫ��Ƶ Admissions at <a href="mailto:oit@oit.edu">oit@oit.edu</a> or 541-885-1150.</p><p>Questions related to accommodations or tech support can be answered by ALEKS. Please see the below sections for contact information.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-layout-builder block-inline-blockparagraph-block"> <h2 class="field field--name-field-block-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> Common Questions ��ɫ��Ƶ Math Placement Support </div> </h2> <div class="field field--name-field-paragraph field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div id="accordion-30662" class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="container"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30660" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30660" class="collapsed">Who do I contact for accommodations?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30660" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>Contact <strong>ALEKS (McGraw-Hill)</strong>&nbsp;for questions and arrangements pertaining to accommodated placement assessments.</p><p>To learn more about the available support and accommodations offered, please contact <a href="mailto:accessibility@mheducation.com" aria-label="Link accessibility@mheducation.com" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" title="mailto:accessibility@mheducation.com">accessibility@mheducation.com</a>. Visit the <a href="https://mh.my.site.com/aleks/s/alekscontactsupport">ALEKS support webpage</a> for additional support contact info.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30661" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30661" class="collapsed">Who do I contact for technical support?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30661" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>For issues related to the assessment software or Respondus, ALEKS has tech support available:</p><ul><li><a href="http://support.aleks.com/assess_placement">ALEKS Technical Support</a></li><li><a href="http://www.aleks.com/faqs/technical">ALEKS FAQs</a></li><li><a href="http://www.aleks.com/contact_us">Contact ALEKS</a></li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-layout-builder block-inline-blockparagraph-block"> <h2 class="field field--name-field-block-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> Common Questions ��ɫ��Ƶ Taking the Assessment </div> </h2> <div class="field field--name-field-paragraph field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div id="accordion-30651" class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="container"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30641" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30641" class="collapsed">What's on the ALEKS Math Placement Assessment?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30641" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <ul><li>Real numbers (including fractions, integers, and percentages)</li><li>Equations and inequalities (including linear equations, linear inequalities, systems of linear equations, and quadratic equations),</li><li>Linear and quadratic functions (including graphs and functions, linear functions, and parabolas), exponents and polynomials (including integer exponents, polynomial arithmetic, factoring, and polynomial equations), rational expressions (including rational equations and rational functions</li><li>Radical expressions (including higher roots and rational exponents)</li><li>Exponentials and logarithms (including function compositions and inverse functions, properties of logarithms, and logarithmic equations)</li><li>Geometry and trigonometry (including perimeter, area, and volume, coordinate geometry, trigonometric functions, and identities and equations).</li></ul><p>Please view the <a href="https://webadmin.oit.edu/sites/default/files/2024/documents/ALEKS_PlacementProblemTypes_pplv2.pdf">ALEKS Topics and Problem Types document</a> for a complete list.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30642" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30642" class="collapsed">What's the format of the questions on the assessment?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30642" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>The ALEKS Math Placement Assessment is not multiple choice. It's open response and requires you to work out solutions with a paper and pencil before entering in your answers. Be sure to have scratch paper with you.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30643" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30643" class="collapsed">May I use a calculator during the assessment?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30643" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>There will be an on-screen calculator available for each question that requires one. You may not use your own calculator.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30644" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30644" class="collapsed">May I use any other resources during the assessment?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30644" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>You may only use a pen or pencil, paper, and the resources provided within the ALEKS Math Placement Assessment. You shouldn't receive assistance from friends, family, other websites, textbooks, or any other resource not provided by the assessment software. Using outside resources will lead to improper placement and potentially course failure. It is a violation of the institution’s honor code.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30645" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30645" class="collapsed">Can I review a question after I've answered it?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30645" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>Because the assessment is adaptive, once you submit an answer, you cannot change it. Be sure to carefully check your answer before submitting.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30646" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30646" class="collapsed">What if I see questions I don’t know? </a> </div> <div id="accordion-30646" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>It's likely you'll be asked questions on topics you haven't learned yet. This is by design, as it helps the assessment software understand what math topics you have and haven't learned.</p><p>For questions that you're already familiar with, it's important that you do your best to answer correctly.</p><p>For questions you're unfamiliar with, feel free to answer "I don't know," which will help the assessment adapt to your knowledge and provide an accurate placement score.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30647" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30647" class="collapsed">Is the assessment timed?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30647" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>The system will allow you to access your placement assessment for 2 hours. The software will automatically log out after 30 minutes of inactivity. If this happens, you will need to begin the test again.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30648" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30648" class="collapsed">What happens if I do not complete the assessment in the allotted time?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30648" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>Since our assessment is proctored and timed, you'll be given a placement result, but it will not be a true reflection of your abilities. Please use the practice materials and take another attempt to ensure accurate math placement.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30649" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30649" class="collapsed">How are assessment scores used?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30649" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>We will receive your scores from the assessment and provide them to your advisor. This will help them recommend the correct math course to you when you meet with them for your initial fall term registration.</p><p>Your placement result (overall score) is a number between 0 and 100. It represents the percentage of topics that you have mastered within ALEKS. Students who score below 30% or place below MATH 100 will be encouraged to enroll in MATH 101. Students will need to speak with an advisor who will then make recommendations and give further instructions.</p><table><tbody><tr><td>Score</td><td>Range</td><td>Course Placement</td><td>Course to list as Placement</td><td>��ɫ��Ƶ Course</td><td>��ɫ��Ƶ Course Title</td></tr><tr><td>≥ 30</td><td>30-45</td><td>Intermediate Algebra</td><td>MATH 100</td><td>MATH 100</td><td>Intermediate Algebra</td></tr><tr><td>≥ 46</td><td>46-60</td><td>College Algebra</td><td>MATH 111</td><td><p>MATH 111</p><p>MATH 243</p></td><td><p>College Algebra</p><p>Introductory Statistics</p></td></tr><tr><td>≥ 61</td><td>61-75</td><td>Pre-Calculus/ Business Calculus</td><td>MATH 112</td><td><p>MATH 112&nbsp;</p><p>MATH 361</p><p>MATH 371</p></td><td><p>Trigonometry</p><p>Statistical Methods I</p><p>Finite Mathematics &amp; Calculus I</p></td></tr><tr><td>≥ 76</td><td>76-100</td><td>Calculus I</td><td>MATH 251</td><td>MATH 251</td><td>Differential Calculus</td></tr></tbody></table> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30650" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30650" class="collapsed">How many times can I take the assessment?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30650" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>You can retake the placement assessment up to four additional times to improve your score (the highest score will be used by your advisor for math placement). The software requires that you use the Learning Modules for a specific amount of time before you can make your second and third placement assessment attempts. The Learning Modules and the assessment adapt to your math knowledge as you go.</p><ul><li><strong>Practice test</strong> — recommended before your first attempt so you understand how to navigate the tool and utilize the resources available</li><li><strong>1st Attempt </strong>— remember to give yourself extra time to complete the verification steps before Attempt #1 (Note: verification will be required for each attempt)</li><li>48 Hours</li><li><strong>2nd Attempt </strong>— complete 5 hours of Prep and Learning Modules</li><li>48 Hours</li><li><strong>3rd Attempt </strong>— complete 5 hours of Prep and Learning Modules</li><li>48 Hours</li><li><strong>4th Attempt</strong> — work in the Prep and Learning Modules to improve your score</li><li>48 Hours</li><li><strong>5th Attempt</strong> — work in the Prep and Learning Modules to improve your score</li></ul> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-layout-builder block-inline-blockparagraph-block"> <h2 class="field field--name-field-block-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> Common Questions ��ɫ��Ƶ the ALEKS Learning Modules </div> </h2> <div class="field field--name-field-paragraph field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div id="accordion-30655" class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="container"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30652" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30652" class="collapsed">How long do I have access to my Prep and Learning Module?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30652" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>You will have six months of access to your Prep and Learning module. Access to the prep course begins once you select "start" at the top of your screen. <strong>Do not</strong>&nbsp;select "start" until you're ready to start working.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30653" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30653" class="collapsed">Is there an additional fee for my Prep and Learning Module?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30653" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>Access to a Prep and Learning Module is included along with the additional placement assessment attempts.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-12 card-wrap"> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header"> <a data-toggle="collapse" href="#accordion-30654" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-30654" class="collapsed">What if I do not place into the course I wanted?</a> </div> <div id="accordion-30654" class="collapse hide" aria-labelledby="headingOne"> <div class="card-body"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion-item paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-accordion-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <p>This is a perfect opportunity to take advantage of the Prep and Learning Modules offered within ALEKS. An individualized study plan will be created based on your performance on the initial placement assessment. ALEKS will identify what you know and what you are ready to learn next so you can brush up on lost knowledge.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> Fri, 14 Feb 2025 17:58:20 +0000 jeff.daniels@oit.edu 9420 at