REGENT Online Examination Quiz and Flashcards

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Questions and Answers

What is the platform used for REGENT Business School examinations?

REGENT Online platform: regentonline.ac.za (correct)

REGENT Examination Portal

REGENT Virtual Classroom

REGENT Offline platform

How do you access the REGENT Online platform?

Type the URL, then enter student number and password, then click on the examination module (correct)

Type student number and password, then click on the examination module

Click on the examination module, then type the URL, then enter student number and password

Enter student number and password, then type the URL

What determines the time allocated for the examinations?

The requirements of the paper (correct)

The instructor's discretion

The student's availability

The number of students taking the examination

Why is data required during the examination?

To remain online for the duration of the examination Signup and view all the answers

How can you minimize your data usage during the examination?

Avoid streaming content during the examination and open only one browser Signup and view all the answers

What should students do if they experience loadshedding during the examination?

Provide the schedule of loadshedding with the PET and confirm an online examination venue to match the loadshedding schedule Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Front-facing Web-camera in the online examination?

To act as a digital invigilation tool Signup and view all the answers

How can students report any issues with the REGENT Online Portal?

Via Jivo Chat and phone calls Signup and view all the answers

What type of examination is the online examination at REGENT Business School?

Open-book examination Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of referencing in the online examination?

To avoid plagiarism Signup and view all the answers

Can students leave the examination workspace during the online examination?

Only during emergencies Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended approach to answering questions in the online examination?

Express answers in your own words Signup and view all the answers

What is the deadline for students to request a remark after the release of results?

Ten days Signup and view all the answers

What is the cost of an Aegrotat examination per module?

R400.00 Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a student does not attempt their examination?

The student will be required to re-register for the module Signup and view all the answers

What is the cost of a remark for an Undergrad module?

R300.00 Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a Supplementary/Aegrotat examination?

To provide a final attempt at the examination Signup and view all the answers

What is the platform through which students can apply for an Aegrotat examination?

MyRegent student portal Signup and view all the answers

Why is the webcam activated during the examination session?

To monitor students' behavior Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the images captured during the examination session?

They are destroyed after the session Signup and view all the answers

What should students ensure during the examination session?

That they are not disturbed Signup and view all the answers

What happens if REGENT detects suspicious movement during the examination session?

An investigation is conducted Signup and view all the answers

How are students notified of their examination timetables?

Via email on both personal and MyRegent email addresses Signup and view all the answers

What do students need to do if they are unable to write the main examination?

Apply for an aegrotat examination via the MyRegent student portal Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

REGENT Business School Examinations

The examinations will be held on the REGENT Online platform: regentonline.ac.za
Students access the platform by typing the URL, entering their student number and password, and clicking on the examination module.

Examination Logistics

Time allocated for examinations is in accordance with the requirements of the paper, considering sufficient time for reading, review, and typing.
Students must refer to their Personalized Timetable (PET) for exact timings.

Technical Requirements

Students require data to remain online for the duration of the examination.
To minimize data usage, students should avoid streaming content, close unnecessary browsers, and update their computers prior to the examination.

Examination Format

The online examination is an open-book examination, allowing students to use notes, texts, or resource materials.
Students must have a thorough understanding of concepts and theories to perform well.
Any responses using someone else's ideas must be referenced using the Harvard referencing protocols.

Examination Support

Students can report any issues via Jivo Chat, call +27 31 3044 626, or email [email protected].
Support facilities are available to assist with any issues during the examination.

Digital Invigilation

The Front-facing Web-camera is a digital invigilation tool, monitoring students during the examination.
The webcam is only activated during the examination session and is not a tracking system.

Aegrotat and Supplementary Examinations

Students can apply for an aegrotat examination via the MyRegent student portal if they are unable to write the main examination.
A fee is applicable for aegrotat examinations (R400.00 per module).
Supplementary and aegrotat examinations are the final attempts for the examination.

Remark and Clashes

Students can request a remark within ten (10) days after the release of results.
A remark form will be forwarded to students, and a fee is applicable (Undergrad modules: R300.00, Postgraduate modules: R400.00).
Students with clashes must apply for an aegrotat examination via the MyRegent student portal.