Taking your Versantâ„¢ English Assessment? Here are a few important ways you can make sure that your responses are recorded with good sound quality.
Tip 1: Choose a good testing environment
Make sure you take the test in a quiet location
Here are some examples of bad testing environments
Take the test where other people are talking around you Taking the test in a place that echoes Taking the test where there is background noise Getting interruptions from phone calls or text messages Tip 2: Make good recordings on your device
Testing by computer
Use a headset with a built in microphone Keep the microphone 3-5 cm away from your mouth Try not to touch the microphone while answering questions Testing by telephone
Use a phone with a cord not a speakerphone Landline telephones have better quality than mobile phones Testing by smartphone
You can use earbuds or a headset If you use a speakerphone hold it 30-45cm from your mouth Tip 3: Speak in a natural way
You should try to speak at a normal conversational speed and volume. It is important to speak naturally, like you are talking to another person.
Here are some examples speaking in an unnatural way:
Speaking too loudly Speaking too quietly Speaking too slowly Speaking too quickly Repeating a response again and again Having a microphone too close to your mouth Touching the microphone while speaking Remember
Choose a good testing environment Make good recordings on your device Speak in a natural way Good luck in your Versant Test!
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