Gaze detection technology uses computer vision and artificial intelligence algorithms to track the movement of a test taker’s eyes. By monitoring a student’s gaze, online proctors can detect instances of collaboration, distraction, or the use of unauthorized materials, and take appropriate actions.
While online proctoring is opening up new opportunities for students off campus, some proctoring systems can present serious problems.
Widespread use of remote proctoring of exams during the pandemic has brought a furious backlash from some students and faculty.
Many colleges and universities turned to AI-based proctoring software to prevent cheating on remote-learning exams. But to overcome privacy concerns and other problems, technology providers need to listen to the students.
A state-of-the-art online proctoring solution should address the complexities of online test administration and scoring to ensure test validity.