awsah wrote: » Introduction As a result of the recent COVID-19 restrictions in Ireland, it is not possible for the Law Society to hold the FE-1 examinations in-person this year. Instead, these will be made available online using an Examination Management System. Each FE-1 examination will be provided on our online examination platform which will allow you to type your answers to the examination questions on this platform. The online examination system we will be using provides an easy way of sitting your exams in the comfort of your own home, while still ensuring the integrity of the examination process (through proctoring/invigilation). A mock examination will be arranged for Thursday 22 October – this will help you to get familiar with the system, and minimize the risk of any technical issues on the day.
sunnylegal wrote: » So does this mean that there will be an invigilator watching us at any given time? Ie it is not open book
Iso_123 wrote: » Random question and I know this is probably different for everyone, but how many hours of study a day/week are people aiming to do at this point up until the exams? I am always paranoid that I am not doing enough!
lcs3 wrote: » Anyone else not get that email?
Fe123 wrote: » Is anybody else really overwhelmed that we have to type our exam
Lallers96 wrote: » What exactly will be the content of this "mock exam"? How long is it going to be? I'm working that day and the law society has given us their usual short notice and I will struggle to get that day off to do this poxy thing
IgoPAP wrote: » Can't wait for the inevitable 'typed exams will be marked harder than written exams' arguments to pop up again
IgoPAP wrote: » So should typed exams be marked harder than written exams?
dobby896 wrote: » I'm working too and there is no way I'll get it off, so I assume we will be able to opt out?
awsah wrote: » Introduction As a result of the recent COVID-19 restrictions in Ireland, it is not possible for the Law Society to hold the FE-1 examinations in-person this year. Instead, these will be made available online using an Examination Management System. Each FE-1 examination will be provided on our online examination platform which will allow you to type your answers to the examination questions on this platform. The online examination system we will be using provides an easy way of sitting your exams in the comfort of your own home, while still ensuring the integrity of the examination process (through proctoring/invigilation). A mock examination will be arranged for Thursday 22 October – this will help you to get familiar with the system, and minimize the risk of any technical issues on the day. Further details will be circulated tomorrow. Requirements Desktop, Laptop, or Chromebook Intel Pentium / ARM Processor 250 MB of Free Disk Space 2GB of Free RAM Windows 7+, Mac OS 10.11+, Ubuntu 18.04+, Chrome OS 58+ A tablet or virtual machine is not a suitable device to sit your exams online. Google Chrome Web Browser Latest version You will need the ability to install a browser plugin, and grant access to your webcam and microphone Internet Connection A stable & reliable internet connection with an upload speed of 0.244 MB+ is required Webcam Built-in / External 640 X 480 VGA resolution (min) Microphone Built-in / External Access to a phone If you encounter any issues during the exam, you will need access to a phone to contact a member of the Law Society. Workspace • It is recommended that you sit your exam in a quiet room, with no pass-through traffic or unwanted distractions. • Please make sure your computer is plugged-in to a power source, and is not running on battery power for your examination. • If you are using an internet connection that is shared with other members of your household, please ask them to avoid using it heavily during your examination, as this may affect your internet speed. • You are only allowed to have the following materials on your workspace: Photo ID (i.e. passport / driving licence); Permitted legislation; Tissues, if required; Clock / watch – smart watches are not permitted; Phone - turned off and face down (unless you encounter an issue during the exam and need to contact a member of the Law Society). • At any point before / during the exam, your workspace must be ready for inspection. Examination Rules • External communication with anyone is not allowed during the examination. • Do not leave your workspace during the examination. • Your webcam and microphone must remain on during the examination. • Do not have any other applications open on the computer during the examination. • Please be available for up to 30 minutes before the scheduled examination start time. If any of the above requirements prove problematic, we will try and address your concerns by providing adapted arrangements. If you have any questions, please contact Shirley Foley at 01- 672 4965.
Fe123 wrote: » Why would they be marked harder
IgoPAP wrote: » I was just kidding! But it isn't so much that the exams will be marked harder as the fact that you're going to get higher quality answers I think with typed exams.
bluerthanu wrote: » Do we take by this that we won't be permitted to (1) use the toilet; and (2) have water during the exam? If that's the case, seems pretty unreasonable and disproportionately harsh on their part. The E-Exam for Chartered Accountants allowed 3 minutes for a bathroom break. Granted, the Law Society's disregard for student's welfare is to be expected at this point I guess.
APower79 wrote: » If only typing would make my answers better!
Fe123 wrote: » Same my answers will be worse I feel
