Proctoring

NAU Online recommends minimizing reliance on proctored exams for online courses. Alternatives to high-stakes exams to implement in online environments include:

• Forms of assessment that allow access to Google, the textbook, and other reference materials but require higher-order thinking skills rather than basic memorization are preferable.

• However, in cases where you feel a proctored exam is necessary or if your accrediting body requires one, you can use a proctoring service. Please note that this option requires each student to have a fast internet connection, a computer with a webcam, and a quiet place where they can be alone during the exam.

Proctoring service

A proctoring service is available for high-need situations. Students must no longer be charged for use of these services, even if that was previously the case. The department absorbs the cost of proctoring, so you must obtain approval from your chair or director before adopting a proctoring service.

Honorlock

Honorlock is an online AI-enabled proctoring service that prompts an observer to drop in upon questionable activities by the student. Testing environments will require the assistance of the NAU LMS Help Desk.