Proctoring Decision Matrix
Respondus |
Zoom |
Examity |
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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. |
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. |
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. |
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. |
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. |
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? |