Rules for Taking an Avant Test

Rules for Taking an Avant Test

Avant Assessment’s online language proficiency tests must be taken in a proctored environment with a proctor who is authorized by the organization sponsoring the test. 

Avant’s test utilizes spontaneous, unrehearsed situations to measure real-world language proficiency. The purpose of this assessment is to measure what you are able to do with the language without the support of any translators, reference material (including taking notes during any portion of the assessment), or assistance of any kind.

The following is NOT ALLOWED during the assessment.

1. The use of dictionaries, textbooks, cell phones, paper, pens, or other support materials (paper-based or electronic). The only time test takers should have access to pens or pencils is if the Writing section is being administered as handwritten.
2. Taking or using notes of any kind (digital or handwritten) for any portion of the test, including the speaking, writing, and expressive sections.
3. Writing down a speaking or expressive response and using it as your recorded response. This will lower your score for that response, and it may be scored as a ZERO because it involves the use of paper or reference material.
4. Using additional computer or smartphone applications (e.g., Word, email, chat) or having other browser windows open during testing.
5. The use of Google Translate or any other translation aid (paper-based or electronic).
6. Using copy-paste, printing, screen capture apps/tools, video conferencing, messaging tools, or scanning and taking pictures/videos with your phone.
7. Sharing information about questions or prompts on the test with anyone.
8. Corresponding with anyone other than the proctor during the test. Or, receiving any advice or help from anyone during the test.
9. Using violent, profane or inappropriate language in your responses. This will lower your score for that response and it will be scored as a ZERO.

Violating any of these rules may invalidate your assessment results. We recommend also referring to your organization’s policy on academic dishonesty. Learn more about Test Security and Integrity.