Using technology to prevent cheating

4. More blended proctoring, less single- approach solutions

In 2023, you can expect to see institutions shift away from single-approach solutions like browser lockdown software, live proctoring, and AI-only proctoring.

Single-approach solutions have some benefits, but they’re limited and you’re at a disadvantage if you aren’t using a blended approach.

Browser lockdown software is cheap, but it doesn’t really prevent cheating because students can just use their cell phones to look up answers. Why buy something that doesn’t work?

Automated (AI) proctoring is ondemand and effective at detecting certain behaviors, but AI isn’t perfect, and there’s no human oversight to navigate the complex situations that can occur during exams.

Live proctoring provides human oversight, but it’s typically expensive, causes scheduling hassles, distracts students, and proctors may miss problematic behavior because they’re watching many students at once. 4 types of online proctoring

Browser lockdown Prevents access to other browsers & software on the device.

Automated (AI) proctoring Only uses software to monitor behavior. No human review.

Live proctoring A human proctor watches multiple students at once.

Blended proctoring Combines automated & live proctoring. Also uses a browser lock.

Using blended proctoring to cover all bases

Ultimately, blended proctoring may be the best option because it combines all of the single-approach solutions into one comprehensive solution.

But some proctoring companies, like Honorlock, take it a step further with advanced AI and live proctors who are trained to support students during times of stress and anxiety.

Additional advanced proctoring features from Honorlock

• Detects cell phone use • Automatically finds leaked test content • Smart voice detection (different from sound detection) • In-depth exam reports with timestamped recordings

Here’s how Honorlock works

Honorlock proctors were trained by a certified counselor

Honorlock’s full-time proctoring team received training by a nationally certified counselor and educator on providing students with help and support during moments of test anxiety and frustration. This human-centric communication helps students gain confidence in the process and with our test proctors.