The Invigilation Centre Guide supports you in preparing, setting up, and managing the Common Pre-Tests.

This 'Guide to Administering the Common Pre-Tests and Troubleshooting' provides assistance throughout the testing day.

QUICK LINKS:

• How do applicants log in to the test?
• Where do I find the Test Codes?
• What are the system requirements for the assessment?
• Test Platform 

TABLE OF CONTENTS

• 1. GETTING STARTED ON THE DAY
  • List of needed links
  • List of things you need
  • Test Lengths
• 2. SETTING UP THE TESTS
  • Launching the Platform and the Diagnostic Tool 
  • Applicant Sign-In
  • Selecting the Test
• 3. STARTING THE TESTS
  • Timer
  • Progress Bar
  • Pausing the test
• 4. ENDING THE TESTS
  • Centre Declaration form 
• 5. TROUBLESHOOTING
  • The Test Platform cannot be accessed
  • The Test Code is not accepted
  • The Date of Birth is not accepted
  • A pupil is ill during the test
  • An applicant has closed the browser during the test
  • An applicant has selected and started the wrong test
  • What to do if a test is abandoned due to an external issue (eg fire alarm)
  • What to do if there is an internet outage
  • Technical Difficulties During a Test

1. GETTING STARTED ON THE DAY

List of needed links

1. Common Pre-Tests test platform: https://iseb.eva.tech/test
2. The Diagnostic Tool: https://iseb.eva.tech/debug/ (Use this to ensure there will be no firewall issues accessing the test platform.)

List of things you need

1. Test Codes Where do I find the Test Codes?
   If you want to check the Test Codes work before the day of the test, you will be able to input them as long as the assessment window is open.
   (For example, if your test is on a Tuesday you may want to start the assessment window from the Friday before. You will then be able to enter the Test Code and Date of Birth to check that you are taken to the pupil's test dashboard. Make sure you do not select 'start test'. Sign out (top right corner) on the device afterwards.)
2. Dates of birth of the applicant
   As they appear in your Invigilation Centre Portal.
   If any dates of birth are incorrect, please see the relevant section in the Troubleshooting section below.
3. Pencil and paper for rough work (for all four tests) to be provided by the invigilation centre.

Test Lengths

2. SETTING UP THE TESTS

Launching the Platform and the Diagnostic Tool 

1. Launch the test platform on Google Chrome browser.
2. The assessment platform will only support a Chrome browser, the minimum version required is 100, however we recommend you have the latest version for reliability. Please check all computers meet this requirement before the assessment.  
3. You can use the Diagnostic Tool: https://iseb.eva.tech/debug/ to check your browser version and ensure there are no firewalls in place.
   
4. You will see this screen:

Applicant Sign-In

Each applicant has a unique Test Code which can be found in the Assessments Tab of the Invigilation Centre Portal.

1. The Test Codes are in this format: MEYC-GFDT-AZZT-WSZR
   Applicants need only type the letters, the hyphens are pre-filled.
   The letters are case-sensitive and should be in CAPITALS.
2. Once they have entered the Test Code, applicants will be asked to enter their date of birth.
   DD/MM/YYYY
   
3. They will then be taken to the main test menu.
   Their name will appear at the top to ensure that the test (and the results) are assigned to them.
   Invigilators should ask the applicants to check that the name is any of their used (or given) names.
4. Applicants should wait for further instructions from the invigilator before selecting any tests.

Selecting the Test

1. The invigilator should read the Invigilator Script to the candidates.
2. The invigilator should check if anyone has any questions.
3. The invigilator should tell the applicants which test they need to select.
4. Once all the applicants have selected the correct test, they will see the instructions for setting up the page.
5. The invigilator can read aloud the instructions.
6. The invigilator should check if anyone has any questions.
7. Applicants will be able to set up their screen once the test has started, they should not spend too much time doing this.

3. STARTING THE TESTS

• Select ‘Start Test’ to begin. The timer will now start to count down.
• The invigilator should then ensure that test conditions are followed (see Invigilation Centre Guide).
• Pupils should not move away from the current test browser page, the timer will continue to count down.
• At 5 minutes from the end of the test, applicants can be given a 5-minute warning.

Timer

• Pupils will see a timer at the top of the screen which will count backwards the time that they have. This will automatically be adjusted for pupils with SEND.
• Hiding the Timer - For pupils who find the timer causes them anxiety, it can be hidden from view by clicking on the timer.

Progress Bar

• The progress bar in an adaptive test is more complex than a progress bar found in a linear test. Applicants may notice that near the end of the test there is some white space in the progress bar immediately before the test ends, as the applicant, upon answering the latest question, has reached a skill record accuracy to end the test at that point without needing to show any of the upcoming questions.
• Understanding the Progress Bar
• Hiding the Progress Bar - For pupils who find the progress bar causes them anxiety, it can be hidden from view by clicking on the bar.

Pausing the test

• You might have to pause the test for one of these reasons: Rest break for pupils with SEND, Pupil is unwell, Technical difficulties.
  
• You can pause or unpause a test by entering your ‘Invigilator Code’ on the applicant’s device.
  Pausing a test
• Use the information button on the test screen to enter your code. Your ‘Invigilator Code’ can be found in the Invigilation Centre Portal.

4. ENDING THE TESTS

• The test will automatically close when time is completed. Some applicants may finish before the end of the test time.
• Applicants with 25% extra-time will have their time adjusted and this will automatically be added. These pupils may also finish before the end of the test time.
• Pupils who finish before the end should remain in silence so as not to disturb the other pupils.
  
• Pupils will be taken back to the main menu and the test will be marked as COMPLETED.
• They should remain on this page to await further instructions from the invigilator.

Centre Declaration form 

Once the testing session has ended, complete the online Centre Declaration form in the Invigilation Centre portal

Completing the Centre Declaration Form at the end of the test

5. TROUBLESHOOTING

The tests are designed to account for minor technical issues that may arise during the assessment.

Because the tests are adaptive, they continue to present questions until they can confidently determine the applicant’s true ability level. This approach ensures that early nervousness or occasional inconsistencies do not negatively impact the final score, as the system adjusts dynamically to provide an accurate evaluation.

The Test Platform cannot be accessed

• Check you are using the correct URL: https://iseb.eva.tech/test

• Check you are using Chrome.

• Check you are connected to the internet and that flight mode is not switched on.

• Run the Diagnostic Tool to see if there are any firewall issues. Make sure you are logged in as the pupil to ensure the correct access privileges are being diagnosed.

The Test Code is not accepted

• Check the Test Code has been typed correctly by the applicant.
• Check the applicant is using the Test Code and not the Applicant ID.
• This is an example of a Test Code: MEYC-GFDT-AZZT-WSZR
• This is an example of an Applicant ID: BLDTF4ZU9
• Check that you are within the Test Window that you have scheduled. You can check this in your Invigilation Centre Portal: Open the Assessments Tab, Click on the assessment, Check the start and finish date: How can I check the test window
• Try copying and pasting the Test Code to ensure it is correct.

The Date of Birth is not accepted

• Check the pupil is using the correct date of birth and check they are using the format DD/MM/YYYY.
• Check that the pupil's date of birth matches the one on their profile. Tests will be accessed with the date of birth on the profile.
• If the Date of Birth is incorrectly recorded on their applicant profile, the applicant should use the incorrect Date of Birth so they can access the test.  
• It will not make a difference to the questions they will see.  
• The invigilation centre must contact ISEB after the test is completed to request that the Date of Birth be amended to the correct date.  
• The parents/guardians will need to approve that this change can be made. The standardised score will then be adjusted accordingly.  
• This should also be reported on the Centre Declaration Form.
  Completing the Centre Declaration Form at the end of the test

A pupil is ill during the test

• The test can be paused to stop the timer counting down whilst the pupil is unable to continue with the test: Pausing a test
• If the pupil is unable to return to the test it will remain paused until the end of the test window. If the test window allows them to log in the next day (or when they are feeling better) they will be able to continue with the test. The invigilator will have to enter the Invigilator Code to resume the test.
• Once the test has been completed, the Centre Declaration form for this applicant should be updated explaining the circumstances.
  Completing the Centre Declaration Form at the end of the test 

If the pupil is not able to return to the test within the test window, please contact ISEB pretests@iseb.co.uk to discuss whether the test needs to be reset. 

An applicant has closed the browser during the test

• The timer will continue to countdown. 
• Open Chrome and enter the URL: https://iseb.eva.tech/test
• The applicant will need to enter their Applicant ID and Date of Birth again.
• Select the correct test from the main menu and continue.
  
• If the applicant runs out of time and doesn’t complete the test you should enter this information on the Centre Declaration form, explaining how much time the applicant lost.
  Completing the Centre Declaration Form at the end of the test 
  

If you think this has significantly impacted the applicant’s ability to complete the test, you should contact pretests@iseb.co.uk.

An applicant has selected and started the wrong test

Generally speaking, it is better for the pupil to continue with the wrong test. This is because once a test has started it cannot be ended (unless paused) and completing the wrong test will not impact the results.

If a pupil has started the wrong test, realised their mistake and then selected the correct test to complete without letting the invigilator know it is likely that when they then want to choose the test at the correct time it will be marked as 'complete'. The test will not be able to be taken.

In this situation, if the test will need be reset and you should contact pretests@iseb.co.uk. Please note it will take at least one working day to process this.

What to do if a test is abandoned due to an external issue (eg fire alarm)

• If for any reason you have to evacuate the centre and cannot complete the tests, please submit a ticket, selecting 'Technical difficulties during a test'. 
• The test timer will continue to count down and it is likely the test will time out.
• ISEB will investigate how this has impacted the results and, if applicants were unable to complete the tests then, they can be reset in extenuating circumstances.  
• It is unlikely that the tests will be able to be retaken on the same day.
• ISEB will inform you if and when the tests can be rescheduled.

You should include the details about the abandonment of the test in the Centre Declaration form, this will make the senior schools aware when they view the results.
Completing the Centre Declaration Form at the end of the test

What to do if there is an internet outage

The ISEB Common Pre-Tests are an online test. If there is a disruption to the internet, then applicants will not be able to progress through the test. It is likely that the page will appear ‘stuck’ and will not move on to the next question.

• In the first instance, you should check your internet connection and make sure that ‘flight mode’ has not accidentally been turned on.
• If unsure, ask your IT deparment to check this for you.
• If this is an isolated issue, close the browser and move the applicant to another computer. Having a backup computer set up with the Test Platform is a good contingency.
• If you do have an internet outage that affects multiple pupils and they are unable to reconnect please submit a ticket, selecting 'Technical difficulties during a test'.
• The test timer will continue to count down and it is likely the test will time out.
• ISEB will investigate how this has impacted the results and if applicants were unable to complete the tests then they can be reset in extenuating circumstances.  
• It is unlikely that the tests will be able to be retaken on the same day.
• ISEB will inform you if and when the tests can be rescheduled.

You should include the details about the abandonment of the test in the Centre Declaration form, this will make the senior schools aware when they view the results.
Completing the Centre Declaration Form at the end of the test

Technical Difficulties During a Test

ISEB understands that administering tests can be very challenging, especially when technical difficulties occur. The quickest way to ensure your enquiry is responded to with high priority is to submit a ticket, selecting 'Technical difficulties during a test'.

Run and download the report for the diagnostic tool on the device that you are experiancing issues with. Attached this report with the information of your internet speed on the support ticket. By completing the information here we are able to more quickly escalate your issue.

It is likely that ISEB will need time to investigate the situation but we will ensure that we keep you informed of our progress. If a test is disrupted in any way we will be able to advise you when and if it should be rescheduled.