If you're a DocsPlus subscriber, you’re probably already using DocsPlus in lessons to help struggling students tackle writing tasks across the secondary curriculum.

If your students qualify for additional access arrangements in exams, they can also use DocsPlus in their assessments!

We have recently created some new video resources to support and guide teaching staff and students when using DocsPlus in an exam.

These videos will provide you with a better understanding of how to set up and use DocsPlus in exams, answer frequently asked questions, and support students using the software in an exam setting.

DocsPlus for exam access webinar

We recently ran a webinar which looked at the features of DocsPlus that can be used in exams in place of a human reader and a human scribe. We also explored how to adjust the exam settings to meet students’ specific needs.

Throughout the webinar, Max, a member of the Technical Support team, answered commonly asked questions including top tips for saving and printing during an exam and suggestions for set up.

You can watch a recording of the webinar here:

DocsPlus for students video: Exam Mode

If students are using DocsPlus as their normal way of working, it might be strange for them to suddenly not be able to access certain features. We want students to feel as comfortable as possible when using DocsPlus in their exams, which is already a stressful situation. So, the aim of these DocsPlus for students videos is to show them exactly what to expect in Exam Mode:

Quick answers to common questions

We often get questions from schools who are using Chromebooks and the DocsPlus App in exams. In this video, we guide you through how to use the DocsPlus App in Exam Mode and answer common Chromebook specific questions:

If you want to learn more about how DocsPlus can support students in exams, you might find these resources useful:

• Our exam access page
  
  
• How DocsPlus can support SENCos with the new JCQ updates
  
  
• How DocsPlus helps students tackle revision and exam stress
  
  
• Embedding technology as students’ normal way of working
  
  
• Using DocsPlus as a computer reader: Essential exam setup tips

Additionally, you can book an exam support meeting if you would like to discuss how you can ensure your DocsPlus setup is exam ready.