AVANTE has the only patented, proven technology capturing marked OMR-like forms with error rates less than 1 in 1,5000,000 marks while using lower cost equipment.
AVANTE pixel-based ballot scoring and tabulation technology is used in place of traditional discrete sensor and other lesser accurate OMR paper-based scanning and scoring systems.
§ Marks made by students are documented with quantitative pixels rather than standard “YES” or “NOs” on choices based on specific thresholds of standard discrete sensor systems.
§ Proven to capture marked ovals on questionnaires with less than 1 error in 1,500,000 marks.
§ Barcode is used for automatically capturing multiple page number questionnaire coded with unique identifiers eliminating the need for proper stacking orders or orientation.
§ Standard office paper is used in place of expensive “OMR” forms to reduce costs.
§ Security against tampering is increased with optional unique and randomly generaed test form identifier printed on each test form.
The best solution starts with imaging tests to capture 100% of the data and answers as filled and marked.
AVANTE Test Preparation & Scoring Management System
AVANTE Test Preparation & Scoring Management System is application derived from AVANTE's proven Election Management System. The table lists technological advancements with AVANTE solutions for scoring tests and tabulating surveys.
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AUTOMATIC DATA CAPTURING AND ANSWER TABULATION OF STANDARDIZED TESTS AND EXAMINATIONS (MULTIPLE PAGES) |
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TECHNOLOGIES AND/OR PROCESSES |
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1. Fast and automatic data capturing from standardized tests and examinations |
§ More accurate automatic data capturing technology of AVANTE patented pixel-imaging compared to OMR forms. Reduces the time requirement for data entry. § Takes less than 5 seconds for 5-page questionnaires. § Data is captured automatically immediately after scanning. |
o Each questionnaire is uniquely identified with barcode. o Each page of the multiple pages is linked to the unique form identifier. o Fiducial marks for automatic page and form deciphering. |
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2. Multiple pages for any single tests and examinations (no limit to the number of questions per test) |
§ AVANTE uses barcode that is unique for each page of each form. § No specific order or stacking is required. § Capture form and page image. § Automatic deciphering of data immediately after scanning. § Automatic compilation of data to provide statistics. |
o Saves time and errors when many forms and pages are scanned. o Proven by independent lab and national election in US with less than one error in 1,500,000 marks. o US patented (US 6,892,944 and allowed US pending patent 10/410,824) |
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3. May be used to accurately capture data from customized tests and examinations |
§ The speed of scanning and data capturing is as fast as 90 pages per minute. § It takes less than 3-5 seconds for a 5-page form with more than 1000 questions. |
o It is effective capturing a million individual examinations or tests. o Multiple systems may be linked to provide instant tallies of individual results and overall statistics. |
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4. Automatic compilation of individual test results and statistics based on specific tests or demographics. |
§ AVANTE’s proven system has been tested and certified by a US Independent Testing Authority for elections. § Compilation of tallies of each questionnaire has been proven for million of forms. |
o Proven by independent lab and US election with less than one error in 1,500,000 marks (No error was recorded during the official testing for certification). |
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5. Ideal for small class rooms and large institutions |
§ AVANTE OPTICAL scanning data capturing system is highly scalable to extend to national level questionnaires and surveys. § Examinations or tests may be individualized or standardized. § Standard office laser printers or commercial printers are equally effective. § Multiple printers and scanners may be networked to any scale. |
o Paper exams and tests may be printed locally using standard laser printers. o Each exam or test may be individualized for automatic posting of results. o Scanner can be for low cost 20 pages per minute applications or as fast as 90 pages per minute. |
Some key characteristics AVANTE's Test Preparation and Scoring Management solution:
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Microsoft Windows-based applications easy to learn and use.
- Tests are formatted in standard MS "Word" formats that can be printed using standard laser printers or for high volume outside professional printers.
Key Capabilities of AVANTE Test Preparation & Scoring Management System:
- Finished tests can be scored with standard document imaging scanners able to capture digital images with better than 200 dpi.
- Tests can be printed on standard office paper or special form papers in standard US and European size formats.
- Essays are automatically captured and displayed on screen for easier scoring and comments.
- Along with standard multiple choice tests and ranked choices tests are also available.
AVANTE Online & Onsite Registration System
Leveraging AVANTE's experience in registering voters, the company is able to offer a registration system for students with optional biometric data to authenticate beyond traditional paper registration rolls. Below is a pictorial representation of the complete solution:
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