Proctoring

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville offers selected proctoring options for assessments (tests and quizzes).  

For assessments delivered via the Blackboard learning management system, there are several options for securely offering assessments including test configuration and display features in Blackboard and the utilization of LockDown Browser for monitoring student activity. Information Technology Services (ITS) provides assistance with configuring tests in Blackboard and utilizing LockDown Browser to faculty interested in learning more about these options. Some courses delivered via Blackboard utilize third party integrations (Pearson, Wiley, Cengage, etc.) that have custom proctoring solutions (Proctorio, Honorlock, etc.) that are supported by the vendor.

In certain instances, synchronous (live) proctoring is required for high-stakes assessments in traditional and hybrid courses including midterm exams, final exams, and end-of-program certifications. For synchronous proctoring in traditional and hybrid courses, on-campus attendance for a proctored assessment should be scheduled as usual. Students enrolled in online courses cannot be required to attend in-person sessions or events on campus. If students elect to take an assessment at an off-campus site, students must pay the applicable fees required by an off-campus testing site. Faculty or students interested in this off-campus solution should contact the Office of Online Services and Educational Outreach (outreach@siue.edu) for additional information.