OA Exams at WGU || What to Expect on your Objective Assessment

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  • Hello! In today’s video I just wanted to share some insight into what an OA at Western Governors University (WGU) is and how they work! This video includes an overview of the pre-assessment, coaching reports, and the proctoring experience. Objective Assessments can be kind of intimidating but once you know how to work through them accelerating can become a breeze!
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  • @gubbygubbins
    @gubbygubbins 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    I’m taking my first OA next Saturday. It’s Intro to IT. I passed the PA but I’m sooooo nervous. Thank you for going over what it’s like! It has definitely given some insight 😊

    • @sponzor94
      @sponzor94 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Good luck

    • @CesarRuiz-zz3cz
      @CesarRuiz-zz3cz 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      How was the test? I am taking mine tomorrow. Super nervous here. SOS lol

    • @sponzor94
      @sponzor94 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@CesarRuiz-zz3cz For which class?

    • @gubbygubbins
      @gubbygubbins 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@CesarRuiz-zz3cz I’m majoring in Cybersecurity. The first exam I had was for Intro to IT. I passed 😊. For the actual exam process it’s easy. Just make sure the proctor has a clear view of your hands, keyboard, and face. The proctors I’ve had have been nice so far and patient. Good luck to you!

  • @kevinw5887
    @kevinw5887 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Thank you! I start at WGU October 1st so this video was extremely helpful.

  • @absolute3112
    @absolute3112 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Very scared for my Upcoming semester, but youre making more confident. Ive decided to 'pre studying' all my courses before I officially start.

    • @brookelynnenoel
      @brookelynnenoel  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That’s an awesome idea! Your are going to do great!

    • @ivett.e
      @ivett.e 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      A NaChele what material did you use to "pre study?" I'm very interested as I'm looking into WGU for my B.A. 🙂

    • @absolute3112
      @absolute3112 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@ivett.e for every course GOOGLE IT and ull see recommended sites for study material, usually free .

  • @nathankilmer7982
    @nathankilmer7982 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for all the great info! I waited to take my OA courses at the end so this was super helpful!

  • @brianturney2124
    @brianturney2124 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This is a great video Brookelynne. Thanks for the concise and excellent information.

  • @Thejennmachine
    @Thejennmachine ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you, I have my first test today and I’m so nervous. I didn’t know about the task manager thing

  • @ghost-4230
    @ghost-4230 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Guess who is your 300th subscriber? I loved the video! This made me feel better

  • @jeaninebussinger1743
    @jeaninebussinger1743 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you Brookelynne this was Very helpful!!! :)

  • @emv5032
    @emv5032 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I’m getting ready to take my first OA and it’s been about 15 days since I started. Very helpful thanks

    • @ghost-4230
      @ghost-4230 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      How was it

  • @christyharris4382
    @christyharris4382 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thanks for the information.😊

  • @tatianajenkins7784
    @tatianajenkins7784 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great video! Thank you, Very helpful!

  • @Pulkit__7
    @Pulkit__7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Brookelynne

  • @dubioushumor9243
    @dubioushumor9243 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I’ve got my first OA from WGU in about 2 hours. Nervous

  • @amchomemaker
    @amchomemaker ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’m scared of proctored exams that’s why I was considering liberty university

  • @soumique9
    @soumique9 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you. It was really helpful. 👍

  • @pucks_pups
    @pucks_pups 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    The extremes of the exams are ridiculous I'm in masters and it's literally the worst

    • @Fourwindsofsuccess
      @Fourwindsofsuccess 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I just got off the phone because I was trying to pursue my BA in HIM but this camera stuff is crazy. Like I don’t mind because I’ve been working from home to where some companies wanna see you during trainings/meetings. It’s an affordable school but it’s like geesh? Lol.

  • @absolute3112
    @absolute3112 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Ahh love ur voice, should do that ASMR stuff. Lol
    Very lovely , thank you

  • @contress37
    @contress37 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Can you use a headset with microphone . I have adhd and it helps with distractions

  • @dreamsofendlessguitar167
    @dreamsofendlessguitar167 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great video, How much information can you put on the whiteboard?

  • @JamesBrodski
    @JamesBrodski ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks!

  • @laniloveaj
    @laniloveaj ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That's really ridiculous. I asked was this something that was done while testing someone told me no. They luck it's so cheap. This is scaring me as I have kids

  • @blackswan7568
    @blackswan7568 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very informative. Hopefully they use the same procedure with the Software Engineering program😅

  • @jimmiesmith5590
    @jimmiesmith5590 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    For D072
    It is still so different than the Objective Test itself. I hate how everything get reworded during the OA to cause confusion

  • @chucknorris5476
    @chucknorris5476 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    If you fail do you just retake it?

  • @usagemall
    @usagemall ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent

  • @Nia_Bee
    @Nia_Bee ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How did you study for your Objective assessment?

  • @AdamMaley
    @AdamMaley ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I live next a busy road, in a townhouse with many people around, I have many pictures and decor (way too much to take down), and my computer is not able to be moved. >_

  • @yluc7628
    @yluc7628 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do you you have to face the camera to your keyboard ?

  • @professorx1935
    @professorx1935 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for the info. NOT going to WGU

    • @davidaqqad6679
      @davidaqqad6679 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I was thinking the same. Where are you going? Lol

    • @professorx1935
      @professorx1935 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@davidaqqad6679 Undecided between WGU and SNHU

  • @jocelynsweeten2011
    @jocelynsweeten2011 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Does the camera have to face you and the key board or just the keyboard? Also I can't find the link to thr camera you have

  • @sarasara-yo9rf
    @sarasara-yo9rf 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That is crazy, who wants to go through that stress! pick UMPI!

  • @amarie6223
    @amarie6223 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello and thank you for posting. So you can not go on with the course until you pass the OA?

  • @NWgirlstuckinFL
    @NWgirlstuckinFL 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    At 2:20, you mentioned that you only need to use 20 minutes of the allotted time given to you for the tests? Am I hearing right? I always have to use at least 60-90 minutes.

  • @Dantae08
    @Dantae08 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Is every test proctored or is it just the final exam? Also, do they allow open book? Thanks 😊

    • @brookelynnenoel
      @brookelynnenoel  2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      The actual unit quizzes are not required or proctored. If you think you know the material you can go ahead and take the pre-assessment to see what you need to study. This is not proctored or an official grade. Then, you will take the actual final exam which is proctored and the only test that will count for your grade. It is not open book or open note. Thanks for asking!!!

    • @Dantae08
      @Dantae08 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@brookelynnenoel Great, Thank you for responding. You're super helpful!🥰

  • @loujon191
    @loujon191 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What if you have pets that make noise

  • @justinokpalaobi6350
    @justinokpalaobi6350 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for sharing, however, does WGU give you practice test before the main Test?
    How many are the questions?

  • @sleepysounds8340
    @sleepysounds8340 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    im nervous about the proctored exams, my kids are loud I feel like I wont be able to take an exam lol

    • @brookelynnenoel
      @brookelynnenoel  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      If they do make noise, the proctor will most likely just make you reshow your room so they can confirm there is no one else in there.

  • @BigStaff
    @BigStaff ปีที่แล้ว +3

    In your experience, how often would these exams you took be proctored? Was it the midterm, final, both? Was it every class or just some classes? Just curious.

    • @robinbrown5009
      @robinbrown5009 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      There’s not really a midterm/final. It’s just the end assessment.

    • @PackMan13x
      @PackMan13x ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Every class has one exam to pass, and it is proctored every time. A portion of the classes don't have an exam though, but a paper instead (or both).

  • @Bellaisbald
    @Bellaisbald 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You said the test it will say first attempt, so that it means if a student fails the first time, it will be a second chance to repeat the test?

  • @LRBGamingYT
    @LRBGamingYT 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How many OA tests are there in a degree program!?

  • @JustMe-ir2zk
    @JustMe-ir2zk 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How many questions are typically on these OA exams?

  • @tonihenry6714
    @tonihenry6714 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This was very helpful…thank you! If my laptop has a camera, do I still need to purchase a separate one? I’m starting I. September.

    • @brookelynnenoel
      @brookelynnenoel  3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Glad you enjoyed! Yes, even if you have a built in camera you have to buy an external one. This is just because they want to see your hands, room, desk, and the keyboard at all times. They also display clearer images for the proctors to see!

  • @bewell4013
    @bewell4013 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Very helpful information! Thank you. Which degree program are you in?

    • @brookelynnenoel
      @brookelynnenoel  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Bachelors of Arts in Elementary Education but changing to the B.A in Educational Studies.

    • @bewell4013
      @bewell4013 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@brookelynnenoel ok, that’s great! ;)
      I start on Oct 1st. Getting my Bachelor of Science, Healthcare Services. I appreciate your videos so much. It’s been awhile since I’ve been in school this helps from the students perspective!!

    • @FavuQuad
      @FavuQuad 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@brookelynnenoel does the educational studies lead to licensure?

    • @brookelynnenoel
      @brookelynnenoel  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FavuQuad no it does not, but my school district is offering me a job embedded learning license.

    • @FavuQuad
      @FavuQuad 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@brookelynnenoel what does that mean?

  • @scottiaburrows3291
    @scottiaburrows3291 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do you know how many times you can take the protest? And also what happens if you fail a test do you just fail it and move on or do you need to retake?

    • @brookelynnenoel
      @brookelynnenoel  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You can take the pretest as many times as you want, you just will get the same set of questions every time. With the actually test for the class, you have to pass it in order to pass the class. The chapter tests and quizzes in the course content don’t matter, but the end of course exam/test is a requirement to pass.

  • @JorgeLopez-pz2xb
    @JorgeLopez-pz2xb 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So where exactly do you need to place the web cam? Facing you? Or the key board?

    • @brookelynnenoel
      @brookelynnenoel  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Facing the keyboard so you can see your hands and side profile.

  • @shannonrenee5449
    @shannonrenee5449 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How do you share your screen, mouse, and keyboard?

    • @brookelynnenoel
      @brookelynnenoel  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You have to purchase an external camera, and then once you connect to your proctor, there is a share screen button on zoom that you have to enable.

  • @RavenPaige09
    @RavenPaige09 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    About how many classes were OAs and how many were projects??

    • @brookelynnenoel
      @brookelynnenoel  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I would say that it was about half and half. However, if a class had an OA, it usually had a small project/paper as well.

    • @RavenPaige09
      @RavenPaige09 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@brookelynnenoel thank you so much ❤️

  • @malekagardner1577
    @malekagardner1577 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi there! How many attempts do you get for an OA?

    • @brookelynnenoel
      @brookelynnenoel  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I’m not exactly sure on this, but I believe you get two free attempts and then have to pay for each attempt after that. I’m not sure how much the fee is, but I do know that some of the Facebook groups for WGU have posted before regarding this question so looking there may give you a bit more information than I can!

    • @tracyalcide8152
      @tracyalcide8152 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi if I don’t pass OA and need to retake
      Is it the same exact exam?

  • @Mimi-en7gi
    @Mimi-en7gi 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If you fail do you get to retake the test, right away?

    • @brookelynnenoel
      @brookelynnenoel  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      No, you have to contact your course instructor and they give you a study plan and assignments you have to complete before they allow you to take another test.

  • @chadtee8931
    @chadtee8931 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello! Im about to start on November, typically how long does it take you to finish a course?

    • @brookelynnenoel
      @brookelynnenoel  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      If I put my mind to it, I can usually finish an easy course in 12 hours. However, I am bad at procrastinating so I average a class a week.

    • @coastalmuaythai
      @coastalmuaythai 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@brookelynnenoel class a week. How many tests are in a class?

    • @brookelynnenoel
      @brookelynnenoel  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@coastalmuaythai It depends on the course. There is only one Exam per class, but there could also be a paper that needs to be done. On the other hand, there could only be papers required and no tests. It varies by course.

  • @jessicaalcaide
    @jessicaalcaide ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Are the pre assessments proctored?

  • @offtothenextadventure
    @offtothenextadventure 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Share your monitor screen and mouse? And also on webcam with them? I understand the webcam, but the rest? Why?

    • @FavuQuad
      @FavuQuad 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      She said in the video because they need to type for you the code so you can begin testing

    • @offtothenextadventure
      @offtothenextadventure 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FavuQuad why do they need to type the code themselves? Why can’t they let the student type it? I’d assume it’s a one time thing kind of code.

  • @kendallbaker5349
    @kendallbaker5349 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Are all the exams multiple choice?

    • @brookelynnenoel
      @brookelynnenoel  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      In my experience yes. They were either multiple choice or matching.

  • @contress37
    @contress37 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Can you have a drink

  • @johnsteed3313
    @johnsteed3313 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    can your demonstrate and comment a correct and full room scan for online exams? Did they really check your ears for devices plugged in? Is it neccesary to cover your whole bookcase?
    Many thanks!