Question Answer Can tables be attached as a picture? Yes, images of tables may be incorporated into your exam questions as either in-line images or attachments. Can students submit their hand writing as a photo We recommend using the in-software notes feature, as students may type notes securely and directly into the right after the test? Examplify application during an exam. This mitigates the need for outside paper. Do I have the option of giving both open book or UWA has the option to deliver any exam as a secure "closed book" or non-secure "open book" exam to deliver the closed book examinations? exam in the intended style. Is there an option to randomise question order for Yes, question and answer choice randomisation is available. the entire exam and response order for MCQs? Can UWA add customised categories to match Yes, UWA has the ability to create as many customised categories for each department as well as global UWA- UWA learning outcomes? Can each school have centric categories. ExamSoft will partner with UWA to assist with set-up of the UWA hierarchal category structure customised categories to match unique learning that best suits the vision for learning assessment. outcomes. What are the minimum system requirements for ExamMonitor requires a camera and a microphone for use. ExamSoft will provide UWA with minimum system ExamMonitor? What if I have a student that does requirements which can be shared with students. not have a devices that meets these minimum system requirements? How does using ExamSoft and its assessment tools ExamSoft provides the tools empower UWA deter and detect instances of academic dishonestly to help UWA help UWA ensure assessment integrity and prevent enforce institutional policies regarding academic integrity. ExamMonitor will take a video and audio recording of the a student from using secondary resources, such as student. That file is then reviewed by an AI engine and live human invigilator. A report will be sent to UWA faculty to phone, tablet, books, etc., or determine if review and determine if any additional action is required. instances such as constantly looking away, during a secure "closed-book" exam? Can Examplify work on iPad/tablets as many Examplify works with Mac, PCs, iPads, and Surface Pro devices. For ExamID and ExamMonitor use, students are students don't have a PC with or without a required to use a compatible Mac or PC with a microphone and webcam. camera?
Can ExamMonitor be used independently of ExamMonitor must be used with Examplify to deliver secure assessments. Show your work functionality, including ExamSoft/Examplify? Engineering students need to the ability to display work via a spreadsheet, is on the ExamSoft development team's roadmap with a target show working in layout form and use complex / implementation by the end of 2020. mathematical symbols and exam questions may use diagrams and complex symbols. We have trialed handwritten test/exam solutions which are uploaded using MS Office Lens, but the invigilation of the student has to be done manually (Zoom video of student doing the exam by human). Can ExamMonitor assist in this process? How does ExamSoft account for changes in student ExamID establishes a baseline image by taking a picture prior to the first high stakes assessment. ExamID is able to appearance when validating identity? discern between nuanced changes to appearance. Does ExamMonitor detect usage of outside devices ExamMonitor will detect the use of outside devices such as a calculator. such as a calculator? What about writing equations and draw diagrams UWA can enable students to use outside resources coupled with ExamMonitor as deemed appropriate. Students on paper, and take photos/scan to submit? can input notes directly into the Examplify software. Any drawn diagrams or written equations may be completed on separate paper and UWA decides on how to incorporate outside resources to supplement an exam utilising such resources. How is this video data managed and stored? What Please refer to the Student FAQ for more information on data and remote invigilation services. assurances can we give students that this data will be managed appropriately? How do students that prefer to write out their UWA determines assessment policies as to whether students are permitted to use paper outside of the system and notes to work through problems on paper? provide permission to do so as deemed appropriate. Student may also directly enter notes in Examplify. What student data is collected? How do you Student privacy is of paramount importance. ExamSoft collects limited personally identifiable data including first protect student privacy? name, last name, email address, userID, and assessment data. Please refer to the Privacy Policy for additional information.
Can UWA mark assessments online or offline? UWA faculty may mark exams online or print exams and enter scores into the system. ExamSoft recommends online marking, providing the reporting and analytics to inform learning outcomes and provide tailored student support. Will support/training be provided to UWA faculty Yes, ExamSoft has partnered with UWA to create a formal training plan. ExamSoft values the partnership with UWA to teach creation and management of exams? and will provide training and ongoing support. How accurate is the AI system in detecting The AI system is very nuanced in detecting abnormal behaviors and activities. To ensure consistent and fair abnormal activities? evaluation of behaviours, all AI reports are reviewed by a professional proctor, at which point, a comprehensive report is provided to UWA. How will reports be useful in the event that ExamSoft provides institutional administration the ability to report on course, program, and college-wide metrics. ExamSoft is only used for high-stakes exams? Reports may be customised to view metrics on multiple levels spanning across a course or within a specific program. Reports may be utilised to view how students and the institution's programs are performing across time with robust longitudinal reporting capabilities. Students receive in-depth performance reports upon exam completion with instantaneous marking of objective items. Reports can be customised to include individual performance such as question category performance. Is the software used by AACSB accredited business Yes. schools? In Non-Secure "open book" mode can you allow Yes, exams which are created and posted in the Non-secure format will enable the student to identify resources students to access a website or other specified such as a website, software, or document(s) provided by an instructor. materials? Can ExamSoft system incorporate outside ExamSoft can only analyse assessments created, delivered, and marked through the ExamSoft platform. assessments to integrate results with exams delivered through ExamSoft?
How does ExamSoft ensure security of the Our development, engineering, and QA teams routinely conduct vulnerability and security checks on Examplify. A platform? thorough QA process is in place to verify security mechanisms and ensure product stability and reliability. Vulnerability scans and tests are carried out to ensure that the applications are functioning correctly, the security procedures in place remain effective, and that all traffic that is transmitted is encrypted. For secure exams, can students manipulate any of Examplify prevents the student from tampering with their device settings and students will not be able to access any their device setting to circumvent ExamSoft assessment details or information outside of the exam's specified timeframe. security metrics? Does ExamSoft follow industry-standard privacy ExamSoft's Privacy Policy may be viewed here: https://examsoft.com/privacy-policy policies? How does ExamSoft assist with UWA administering ExamSoft's Implementation and training team provide comprehensive resources to ensure adequate training and exams in an administrative work from home and comprehension of using the ExamSoft platform. Training sessions cover the administrative web portal: question student take at home environment? authoring/editing/banking, assessment management, integration & account management, and reporting use. Students participate in a mock exam session during implementation to complete registration and also familiarise themselves with the platform prior to completing a high-stakes summative assessment. Can the software accommodate different time Yes, UWA will be able to assign students extra time as a percent (e.g. 150%, 200%, etc.). Extra time accommodations allocations for those students with UniAccess are set at the student profile level and all exams will adhere to this extra time accommodation. arrangements giving them extra time in exams? How can results be exported? Results may be exported to a .CSV to use the data for analysis or to upload into other software. Is the data collected provided to any third parties? ExamSoft partners with remote invigilation services to analyze AI flagged exam videos.
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