What is a Proctored Quiz?
A proctored quiz uses your camera and screen sharing to verify exam integrity. During the quiz:- Your screen is captured at regular intervals
- Your webcam records your face
- The system monitors for suspicious activity
Before You Start
System Requirements
Browser
Use Chrome, Firefox, or Edge (latest version)
Camera
Working webcam required
Internet
Stable internet connection
Display
Single monitor recommended
Prepare Your Environment
1
Find a quiet space
Choose a well-lit room where you won’t be interrupted
2
Close other applications
Close unnecessary programs and browser tabs
3
Check your camera
Ensure your face is clearly visible and well-lit
4
Disconnect extra monitors
If you have multiple monitors, disconnect or disable extras
Starting the Quiz
When you begin a proctored quiz:1. Permission Dialog
You’ll see a dialog requesting permissions. You need to grant:- Camera access: To verify your identity
- Screen sharing: To capture your exam activity
These permissions are only active during the quiz and are used solely for exam integrity.
2. Environment Check
The system checks your setup:3. Enter Fullscreen
If required, click the button to enter fullscreen mode. The quiz runs in fullscreen to prevent distractions and ensure focus.4. Begin the Quiz
Once all checks pass, you can start the quiz. The proctoring runs automatically in the background.During the Quiz
What’s Being Monitored
What to Avoid
- Switching to other browser tabs
- Opening other applications
- Leaving fullscreen mode
- Using copy/paste shortcuts
- Opening developer tools
- Having other people visible on camera
- Looking away from the screen for extended periods
If You See a Warning
If you accidentally trigger a warning:- Don’t panic - warnings can be dismissed
- Return to the quiz - click back to fullscreen if prompted
- Continue working - focus on completing your exam
- Explain if needed - contact your instructor if you had a legitimate interruption
After the Quiz
When you submit your quiz:- Proctoring stops automatically
- Your captures are securely stored
- Your instructor can review if needed
Using Safe Exam Browser (Optional)
Some quizzes may require or recommend Safe Exam Browser (SEB).What is SEB?
Safe Exam Browser is a secure browser that:- Locks your computer to the exam
- Prevents access to other applications
- Blocks keyboard shortcuts
- Disables copy/paste
How to Use SEB
- When prompted, click Open in Safe Exam Browser
- A configuration file downloads automatically
- Open the file to launch SEB
- Complete the quiz within SEB
- SEB closes automatically when you submit
If SEB is required, you cannot take the quiz in a regular browser.
Troubleshooting
Camera not working
- Check that no other app is using your camera
- Try refreshing the page
- Ensure camera permissions are enabled in your browser
Screen sharing fails
- Use Chrome or Firefox for best compatibility
- Select “Entire Screen” when prompted
- Don’t select a specific window
Multiple monitor error
- Disconnect external monitors
- On a laptop, close the lid of external display
- Disable extended display in system settings
Fullscreen keeps exiting
- Don’t press Escape
- Avoid pressing F11
- Keep the mouse within the browser window
Quiz terminated unexpectedly
- Contact your instructor immediately
- Explain what happened
- They can review the proctoring data and determine next steps
Privacy Information
Your proctoring data:- Is used only for exam integrity purposes
- Is securely stored with encryption
- Is accessible only to authorized instructors
- Is retained according to your institution’s policy
Getting Help
If you experience technical issues during a proctored quiz:- Note the error message if any
- Take a screenshot if possible
- Contact your instructor or course support
- Explain what happened and when