Home | How It Works | Stats Login | Register         Go Back                 Case Posted on October 16, 2022 4:32 am Add to Favorites J.J. Nolt Reps: 101 The side look I administer a test and I notice many of the kids occasionally giving a side glance to scan another child's test quickly. I am a little worried about disciplining a child, however, because, although I am almost sure that these glances are with intent I cannot legitimately prove it and would have to rely on the child's word. Any suggestions?                 Submit a Possible Solution Please read response(s) below (if any) before posting your solution.                 Solution 1 Posted October 16, 2022 8:47 pm muQuLy Reps: 100 During tests students should be moved to testing seat arrangements. They should be spread out, so no one is directly next to anyone. I like using cardboard trifolds to create a boundary they cannot see around. Also, when they have the trifold up it is a lot easier to monitor who is looking past the board to another student's paper. Hope this helps! Votes: +7 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution eDezaN Reps: 100 I like the divider idea.   Posted on: November 21, 2022 8:35 am Tristan Reps: 101 The boards are a great idea to decrease the side look.   Posted on: February 23, 2023 3:12 am Add a Comment                 Solution 2 Posted October 16, 2022 9:27 pm eZuZuv Reps: 100 When it is time to take a test the desks should be spread out more or the use of an object should be in between students to keep their eyes from wandering. My teachers did this when I was in school, and would put portfolios in between students to keep them from glaring at each others papers. I would also suggest a change of seating, and not having friends seat next to each other as that provokes the students to look. Votes: +5 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 3 Posted October 16, 2022 9:27 pm eZuZuv Reps: 100 When it is time to take a test the desks should be spread out more or the use of an object should be in between students to keep their eyes from wandering. My teachers did this when I was in school, and would put portfolios in between students to keep them from glaring at each others papers. I would also suggest a change of seating, and not having friends seat next to each other as that provokes the students to look. Votes: +2 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 4 Posted October 16, 2022 11:07 pm ydaWeR Reps: 207 During tests try to utilize test folders, like poster boards to cover all of the students work to avoid cheating. If the side glances are cheating you will know by their results. If not, it still defers cheating for future tests Votes: +1 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 5 Posted October 17, 2022 12:03 am hyLeqe Reps: 101 Some students are worried about the length of a test, and will glance over to see if their peer is further along than them. However, it is impossible to speculate on what is going on in another individuals head with any degree of accuracy. First, I would say to look at the test answers for similarity, and then if doubt remains have the student retake the test. The recommendations in this comment section are good for preventing this in the future. Votes: +1 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 6 Posted November 7, 2022 10:59 am ajeHus Reps: 271 The solution of putting a barrier between students would be a great non-confrontational way of addressing the issue. It can be as simple as a folder or binder, but it will clearly establish that students should not be looking at each others work. If you struggle disciplining a single student, you could consider giving a whole class reminder where you review reasons, expectations, and consequences. Votes: +0 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 7 Posted February 20, 2023 4:32 pm Aysiah Pagan Reps: 202 I would just add dividers for students to use during testing. Have the dividers big enough where the students will not be able to look over. I would also suggest a seating arrangement style that is suited for testing. Such as rows, or having the students spread out throughout the classroom. Votes: +0 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 8 Posted February 22, 2023 3:02 pm uHyPur Reps: 102 When it comes to exams, one thing I have noticed that has helped is putting up binders or blockers. This way, students will not be able to see what is going on in their surroundings. This can help with the glances. When it comes to discipline, you never want a student to feel embarrassed or hurt, this may lead to other behavioral issues, but cheating is not allowed and so if that is the expectation you need to address it. If you see students looking, pull them aside after the test or make them retake it in an isolated spot. If you notice the behavior continues, you may need to contact the student's parents. Votes: +0 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 9 Posted February 22, 2023 9:52 pm Andrea Cavic Reps: 102 I would have a private conversation with the student afterwards and ask them how they are feeling while taking tests and you should get a good understanding of why they are acting that way. If that doesn't help I would have some type of border between desks and have the whole class do it so they don't feel singled out. Votes: +0 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 10 Posted February 24, 2023 6:37 pm eHaSaN Reps: 203 I would pass out dividers for my students to use during test-taking. You could even make this a rather fun activity by letting students decorate them, students tend to love any opportunity to use markers, colored pencils, or stickers. Votes: +0 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 11 Posted October 5, 2023 5:48 pm TumuWu Reps: 103 When I was in school we used desk dividers/shields so that this would prevent cheating. It may seem old school but it works! Votes: +0 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 12 Posted October 6, 2023 8:19 pm uPanaS Reps: 203 On test taking days, students should be as spread out as possible. Consider using some sort of privacy shield and reminding students to keep their eyes on their own paper before beginning the test. Also, potentially practice "test-etiquette" for some assignment before the first test, so students know what to expect. 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