Proctoring

Proctoring is a technology for monitoring remote exams and tests that ensures the integrity of assessments conducted at a distance by observing the participant through a webcam and microphone, recording the screen, tracking actions, and verifying identity, much as an in-person examiner would do in a classroom. It is used in education and corporate training to obtain reliable results and prevent cheating.

How proctoring works

- Identity verification: Checking a document (passport/ID) and biometric data.

- Monitoring: Observing the participant and the surrounding environment through a webcam and microphone.

- Screen monitoring: Detecting switching to other programs or browser tabs.

- Behavior analysis: Tracking eye movement and detecting third parties or prohibited objects in the frame.

Types of proctoring

- Live: Monitoring by a human proctor.

- Automated: Specialized software analyzes the data and detects violations.

- Hybrid: A combination of automated and human oversight.