1.
Technical parameters
1.1
Load scaling
5000 online participants in the cloud version.
1.2
Work in browsers without installing a browser extension
Chrome 72+, Opera 59+, Firefox 66+, Edge 79+, Safari 12+, SEB 2.4+
1.3
Mobile support
Android 4.4+ (Chrome), iOS 13+ (Safari)
1.4
Additional camera connection
Support for smartphone camera connection.
1.5
Work via mobile Internet
Minimum network connection speed of 256 Kbps.
2.
Integration
2.1
WebSDK
Implementing proctoring on a quiz page (JavaScript-library, “white label”, branding).
2.2
Link
Unique link integration with
JWT token and
IFRAME to open a quiz.
2.3
LTI
2.4
SCORM
2.5
REST API
Flexibly configurable API for accessing proctoring data.
2.6
xAPI
Quizzes can be uploaded directly into the proctoring application using
xAPI Standard.
2.7
Safe Exam Browser
SEB browser integration to lock down a workstation for the duration of a monitored assessment.
2.8
Without integration
Manage proctoring sessions and users through the admin interface, along with the ability for test-takers to register for the assessment.
3.
Participant’s scenario
3.1
Self-registration
Self-registration by test-takers allows assessments to be organized without integration.
3.2
Rules of the assessment
The stage with the text that the participant must agree to by checking the box.
3.3
Planning the assessment time
The stage where the participant must select the date and time of the assessment.
3.4
Automatic equipment check
The stage of checking browser compatibility, camera and microphone, screen capture, network connection.
3.5
Participant profile completion
The stage at which a user completes a full name. It can be used without integration, or when the attendee information provided by the integration is insufficient.
3.6
Face photo
The stage of manual facial photography (if this stage is disabled, the face is automatically photographed in the first minutes of the session).
3.7
Passport photo
The step of manually photographing or scan uploading an ID or passport.
3.8
Recording a workspace overview
The stage for capturing an overview of the participant's workspace using a smartphone camera or computer camera.
3.9
Mobile camera connection
The stage of connecting an additional mobile camera (smartphone camera on Android and iOS).
3.10
Video recording
Throughout the session, video is recorded from the webcam, computer screen, and an additional mobile camera. If the internet is unstable, the system retries saving data to minimise loss.
3.11
Chat with proctor
A participant can chat with the proctor when the proctor is watching a session.
3.12
Scoring
Throughout the session, the system forms an assessment of confidence in the outcome based on the collection and analysis of data on a number of indicators in real time.
3.13
Violation notices
The system can notify a participant of problems and violations that are automatically detected by the system.
3.14
Previewing video from the camera
During the session, a participant observes themselves through the camera, which appears as a small circle in the corner of the page.
3.15
Content copy protection
The ability to copy content via the clipboard, to open the context menu (right-click), to save the content via the print dialog, and to use hotkeys is blocked.
3.16
Parallel login protection
Blocks simultaneous entry from multiple locations, including different tabs in the same browser, different browsers, and different devices.
3.17
Screen lock out in the case of violations
The screen (access to an assignment) is locked when violations are detected; access is reinstated when the violation is corrected.
3.18
Virtual camera detection
The ability to use virtual cameras on the computer to replace the image is blocked.
3.19
Spoofing protection (liveness)*
The system recognizes attempts to manipulate the live image from the camera or screen.
4.
Synchronous and asynchronous proctoring (proctors observe sessions)
4.1
Support a large number of participants simultaneously
Unlimited number of participants per proctor with the possibility of simultaneous online monitoring of up to 30 sessions by each proctor.
4.2
Chat with participants
Correspondence with participants in the chat, file sharing is supported, there is an incident mode to temporarily block access to content.
4.3
Video and audio communication with participants
The proctor can contact participants via voice or video at any time.
4.4
Indication of violations
The system alerts proctors in real time to violations detected by participants.
4.5
Multiple proctors per session
You can connect multiple proctors to each session for increased control (cross-checking, examination board) or to assist users.
4.6
Early termination
A proctor can interrupt and force close a session, in which case a notification is sent to the participant.
4.7
Reporting
Proctors can rate sessions positively or negatively and leave a comment at the end of the session.
4.8
Asynchronous proctoring
Proctors can view session logs in a recording, while the system automatically guides participants through a session.
4.9
Conference rooms for proctors
There is a video link feature between proctors (committee members) for verbal assesments or assesments with boards.
4.10
Proctor's work schedule
Proctors can create a schedule of their work to be used by participants when scheduling the assessment.
5.
Automated proctoring (sessions evaluated by algorithms)
5.1
Automatic confidence assessment
Throughout the session, the system continuously collects data on 14 indicators and estimates the level of confidence from 0 to 100 percent.
5.2
Automatic verification
The system automatically tracks the participant's face throughout the session and evaluates the degree of similarity of the face to the photo in the profile based on facial biometrics.
5.3
Voice and noise detection
The system monitors conversations and background noise.
5.4
Scoring (trust assessment)
Throughout the session, the system continuously collects data on 14 indicators and assigns confidence levels from 0 to 100 percent.
5.5
Automated identity verification
The system automatically tracks a participant's face throughout the session and assesses the degree of facial similarity to the profile photo based on facial biometrics, as well as tracking an impersonation.
5.6
Automated passport recognition
The system can recognize an identity document (international passport) and verify the photo of the document with the photo of the participant's face.
5.7
Automatic conclusion
The system can set an automatic conclusion (positive or negative) for each session based on predefined criteria.
5.8
Virtual proctor (answering questions)
The system can automatically respond to a participant in a chat room according to a predetermined script.
6.
Getting results
6.1
Interactive report
It includes video recordings from the camera (additional camera and proctor camera in case of communication) and the participant's screen, chat, camera and screen shots, facial photos, automatic assessment of confidence in results and verification of identity, timeline with video navigation. Accessible from the proctor and administrator dashboards, and link.
6.2
Receive results
Webhooks, CSV, ZIP (video archive with embedded player)
6.3
Print version report
PDF
7.
Delivery options
7.1
Cloud
Delivered as Software as a Service (SaaS). The proctoring system runs in the cloud with Internet access. Monitoring, maintenance, and updates are provided by the vendor.
7.2
On-premises
The proctoring system is deployed on the customer's servers within their infrastructure. Provides full control over data and can operate within a local network without Internet access.
