Proctoring Decision Matrix

Respondus

Zoom

Examity

How does it work?

Instructor enables Respondus LockDown Browser and Monitor to video record and review students’ quiz/exam attempts in OAKS.

Instructor and/or authorized proctor views (live) and/or video records students taking assessments via Zoom.

Students pay proctoring service for authentication and/or live proctoring of assessments. 

How much does it cost?

It’s free with our campus license.

It’s free with our campus license.

Students pay $10 to $23/exam.
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What software is required?

OAKS, Respondus LockDown Browser and Monitor are required.

Zoom is required.

No additional software.

What equipment is required?

A webcam and microphone are required for Monitor.

A webcam and microphone are required.

A webcam and microphone are required.

Do instructors need an account?

No, it’s integrated with OAKS.

Yes, instructors need a CofC Zoom account.

Yes, instructors must contact the vendor.

Do students need an account?

No, it’s integrated with OAKS.

Yes, students need a CofC Zoom account.

Yes, see student tutorial.

What type(s) of assessments can be used?

Respondus Monitor can only be used with OAKS Quizzes.

Instructor and/or authorized proctor(s) can monitor most activities and assessments with Zoom. 

Examity proctors can monitor most assessments.

How is the exam set up?

Instructor sets up the quiz/exam in OAKS and enables Respondus LockDown Browser and Monitor.

Instructor schedules and shares the Zoom meeting. 

Examity sets up the exam based on the instructor’s directions.

How are accommodations (e.g., extended time) set up?

Instructor sets up accommodations in OAKS.

Instructor or authorized proctor(s) provides accommodations.

Instructor notifies Examity of accommodations.
(There are no additional fees for accommodations.)

How are exam rule sets

(e.g,. calculators, formula sheets, restroom breaks, etc.) set up?

Instructor sets up exam rules in Respondus Monitor and OAKS.

Instructor or authorized proctor(s) provides instructions.

Instructor notifies Examity of exam rules.

What is needed for student authentication? 

Students must show their CofC ID.

It’s up to the instructor.

Students must show their CofC ID.

Can students take a free practice test?

Yes, it’s recommended.

Yes, it’s recommended.

No, they must pay to take a practice test.

Is live proctoring available?

No, only video recordings are available for review.

Yes, instructor and authorized proctor(s) may view the Zoom session live.

Yes, but varies by level of proctoring.
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What is recorded during the exam?

Webcam audio and video are recorded.

Webcam audio and video are recorded.

Webcam audio and video and the screen can be recorded.

How long does it take video recordings to process?

Most recordings are available within 12 hours. However, it may take up to 48 hours during periods of high volume.

It depends on the length of the recording and processing volume.

Most recordings are available within 48 hours.

How are violations detected?

Artificial Intelligence (AI) flags violations for instructor to review.

Instructor and/or authorized proctor(s) note violations.

It varies by level of proctoring, but all require instructor review.
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Who can review video recordings?

Only instructor can view recordings. 

Instructor and/or authorized proctor(s) can view recordings.

It varies by level of proctoring.
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How do I contact technical support?

Instructors and students should contact Respondus.

Instructors and students should contact IT Service Desk.

Instructors and students should contact Examity.

What tutorials are available?

- Faculty Guide

- Student Guide

- Zoom Tutorials

- Faculty Guide

- Student Guide