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B.5.6 Lab exams Figure 1: Lab Exams
Lab exams are also known as skills exams. These exams give students an opportunity to
demonstrate their knowledge of cable and router configuration. Students use cables and
routers to assemble a network in a lab. Their performance task is to connect cables and
routers so every router can successfully communicate with the other routers. The number of
routers to connect will vary based on equipment access. This process is one that distinguishes
the Cisco Networking Academy Program from all other programs. When students graduate
from the Academy, they have been tested on their hands-on expertise with equipment. This
practice supports authentic assessment and gives students higher credibility in the job market.
Lab exams include all of the following:
• Practical exams
• Performance exams
• Demonstration labs
• Skills-based and performance assessments
• Authentic assessment
• Mastery learning
• Formative and summative exams
Cisco recommends a simple pass or fail grade, with opportunities to retake the skills exam if
necessary.