This is available for Planners.

This information only applies to tests using Live Proctoring.

As part of the test setup process you are required to provide instructions for the live Proctors, so that they know which proctoring rules to apply to the test. This information is shared with the live Proctor and not your candidates. 

Creating instructions for Proctors

You will provide proctor instructions by editing the template text provided in the "Instructions for Proctors" text box. Note that once the test has been activated, these instructions will no longer be editable.

You will see this template once Live Proctoring has been selected in the test settings.

Instruction template

The template contains the following sections: 

1. Access to permitted resources and devices
2. If Partial Book is selected: Specify permitted resources and devices
3. Access arrangements

1. Determine access to permitted resources and devices

Here you must choose one of three options, by deleting those that do not apply: Open Book, Partial Book, or Closed Book. Below are the definitions for each option.

• Open Book

  Open book exam proctoring refers to exams permitting candidates to refer to external sources such as books, browsing, reference materials, etc. Additionally, candidates are allowed to utilise devices like calculators and similar devices during these exams.

  Once the candidate has completed the onboarding process, they will be under the supervision of the proctor.

  The monitoring guidelines for an open-book exam are as follows:

  • Candidates are allowed to use any form of material as part of their test. However, the proctor may not be able to confirm the legitimacy of these materials. Any suspicions of irregularities such as the use of AI-driven websites or Grammarly apps will be recorded in the proctor's report.
  • Unless the client expects use of virtual machines or screen sharing as a potential cheating mechanism by the target candidate population, Talview Secure Browser is not recommended for open-book exams.
  • Use of communication applications such as Microsoft Teams, Slack, WhatsApp, Zoom are not allowed.
  • If the candidates are using any hardcopy materials such as books or handwritten notes, during the environment check, candidates must display the permitted materials on the camera.

• Partial Book

  A "Partial book exam" allows candidates to use up to three allowable materials. This limited access can take different forms, such as allowing the use of textbooks or notes while prohibiting access to online resources. Alternatively, it might permit external resources for only a portion of the exam duration.

  Once the candidate has completed the check-in process, they will be under the supervision of the proctor. The monitoring guidelines vary depending on the exam.

  Candidates are allowed to use up to three of the following items. No items outside this list can be monitored in this mode:

  • Calculator
  • Dictionary
  • Scrap paper
  • Textbook- with a specific name of the book/author (Proctor can validate only the name of the book, and only printed copies, not digital copies)
  • Sheet of handwritten notes

  If candidates are using any hardcopy materials, such as books or handwritten notes, during the environment check, they must display the permitted materials on camera.

• Closed Book

  Closed-book exam proctoring guarantees exam integrity by preventing candidates from accessing external resources, compelling candidates to depend solely on their knowledge and comprehension. This approach is especially beneficial for exams demanding a profound grasp of the course material, such as final exams or certification exams.

  Once the candidate has completed the check-in process, they will be under the supervision of the proctor. Closed-book exams prohibit candidates from using any form of materials, such as notes, books, calculators, browsing, etc. The candidate's test area/desk should not have any materials that can influence the test.

2. Specify permitted resources and devices

This applies only if Partial Book is selected.

Please select a maximum of three permitted resources or devices from the list. Other resources or materials will not be allowed.

3. Specify access arrangements

Choose the necessary access arrangements for the test. The Secure Browser is compatible with the accessible technologies listed in the table below. 

Please note, we cannot guarantee the functionality of other accessible technologies with the Secure Browser. To check compatibility, we strongly recommend testing your specific requirements before initiating the actual test. Additionally, any accessible software requiring browser access must be added as a resource to the question set in the Secure Browser.

• Technology name	Technology type	Operating System	How to use with the Secure Browser
  JAWS	Screen reader	Windows	Launch app before starting Secure Browser
  NVDA	Screen reader	Windows	Launch app before starting Secure Browser
  Narrator	Screen reader	Windows	Launch app before starting Secure Browser
  Inspera Assessment’s Text to Speech	Text to speech	Windows & Mac	Enable feature within Inspera Assessment test settings
  Spoken Content	Text to speech	Mac	Enable Spoken Content in System Settings.  Activate app before starting Secure Browser.
  Dictation	Speech-to-text	Mac	Enable Dictation in System Settings.  Activate app before starting Secure Browser.
  Zoom	Magnifier	Mac	Enable Magnifier in System Settings.  Activate app before starting Secure Browser.