Do teachers actually review HonorLock?

Yes, teachers absolutely review Honorlock sessions, though how thoroughly depends on the instructor, as the software flags suspicious activity like leaving the screen, talking, or using other apps, creating reports and video clips for the instructor to check for cheating, and many instructors do check these flags to ensure academic integrity. While some instructors may review every flagged moment, others focus on high-priority alerts or rely more on the AI, but the potential for review means students should take it seriously.

Who reviews the Honorlock video?

During exam sessions, Honorlock's live proctors evaluate AI-flagged behaviors in real-time. They dismiss false positives, like a roommate passing by without interaction or a test taker looking at permitted scrap paper, and intervene only when necessary, ensuring compliance while minimizing anxiety and disruptions.

Will I know if Honorlock flagged me?

Does a student know if they have been flagged in an exam? A student is not aware when they have been flagged during an exam, and they are not alerted if they have been flagged following the exam.

Do professors actually check proctorio?

Students should treat their Proctorio exam just like an exam they would take in the testing center. If any issues are found in a Proctorio exam, a report is sent to the professor to review. If the activity is deemed as any form of academic dishonesty, the Honor Code Office will be notified.

Does Honorlock actually detect phones?

No. Honorlock does not scan or monitor a student's device or network or monitor data from other devices connected to the network.

HonorLock Results: What your instructor sees.

Do professors check Honorlock recordings?

We use secure encrypted protocols to save and view all test taker assets. Honorlock's certified proctors and exam administrators can review test session videos until they are deleted based on the organization's retention policy or after 12 months.

What does Honorlock do if it detects cheating?

Honorlock uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) to monitor your test which means that you aren't constantly being watched. If the AI detects unusual activity – such as another person in the room – it automatically generates a flag and alerts a live virtual proctor.

How do I prove I didn't plagiarize?

Check if flagged content includes properly cited quotes or paraphrased text, common phrases, references, or bibliography entries. Gather evidence to support your case. Compile proof of originality and proper sourcing, such as notes, drafts of papers, source materials, and communication records.

Can teachers see if you switch tabs during a test?

Yes, teachers can often see if you switch tabs during an online test, especially if proctoring software (like Respondus or built-in LMS tools) is used, which flags tab switching, screen recording, or webcam monitoring; however, basic platforms like AP Classroom or Google Forms usually can't detect it without extra monitoring apps, though your school's IT might access browser history if flagged, so assume you're being watched.
 

Do proctored exams detect eye movement?

AI proctoring can identify a variety of behaviors during an exam session to ensure exam integrity. It can detect unusual eye movements, frequent head turning, and prolonged absence from the screen. It monitors for multiple faces appearing on screen, unauthorized talking, and the presence of prohibited materials.

Does Honorlock track eye movements?

Honorlock uses a variety of ways to track students during online exams, including using students' computer webcams, microphones and a controversial eye-tracking software that is known to be tripped up by students crying.

Can I use notes with Honorlock?

Student Guidelines

Notes Allowed - Permits test takers to reference any physical or digital notes. Scratch Paper Allowed—During the assessment, test takers can use multiple sheets of blank paper and a writing utensil.

Does Honorlock flag you for talking to yourself?

What if the student is speaking out loud to themselves? Honorlock delivers voice detection that can reduce false flags and allows students to read questions out loud during the exam without being flagged.

What are the red flags on Honorlock?

Eye Movements and Other Behaviors: Honorlock flags behaviors like people being out of view of the camera, eye movement, and suspicious behavior. If AI detects a red flag, a live human being is alerted to check out the student's screen and assess whether a violation has truly occurred.

Can a professor say you cheated without proof?

In short, no, a professor cannot accuse a student of cheating without any proof.

Can I hit my vape during a proctored exam?

No, you generally cannot vape during a proctored exam; most proctoring services and test centers explicitly forbid smoking, vaping, and tobacco products, even for remote exams, viewing them as distractions or security risks, so you should check your specific exam rules but expect it to be prohibited. 

Can online assessments detect cheating?

Many platforms also use detection algorithms to monitor unusual patterns in test-taking behavior, helping flag potential cheating in real time.

Can professors see what websites I visit during a quiz?

Andres explained, “[Teachers] do not have access to the browser history, only district and technicians have access to it. However, if there was a big assessment or final and we suspected cheating, we could ask one of those people with access to see if anyone used the internet at the time of the test.”

Can the owner of Google Forms detect cheating?

Can Google Forms detect cheating or tab switching? No, Google Forms cannot detect tab switching, screen sharing, or other suspicious activities on its own. However, integrating the Talview proctoring system in Google Forms enables real-time monitoring, tab-switch alerts, and behavior tracking to prevent cheating.

How do I defend myself against false accusations?

To defend against false accusations, stay calm, immediately consult a lawyer, and do not speak to police or the accuser; instead, gather all evidence (texts, emails, records, witnesses) to support your alibi and version of events, meticulously document everything, and let your legal counsel build a defense strategy to challenge the accuser's credibility and present your side, focusing on facts and avoiding emotional responses or over-explaining.
 

Why is it saying I plagiarized when I didn't?

Maybe they are just reading the match percentage and did not analyze the matched text. They could have options checked like “include quotes,” or “scan citations,” that will create a higher match percentage. Ask to go over your submission together and have the teacher or professor show how they decided you plagiarized.

How to convince your teacher that you didn't plagiarize?

Provide evidence highlighting your knowledge or skills (for example, previous essays) to prove that you didn't plagiarize in the past. If you haven't done so already, prepare a list of cited sources to show the teacher that you have conducted research and can show where the information for your text was taken.

Is it considered cheating if it's online?

Verywellmind explains, “An online affair, or cyber affair, is generally considered a form of cheating. Cyber affairs are secret extramarital relationships that include intimate and sexual undertones.

Does Honorlock detect Cluely?

Honorlock proctoring platform blocks Cluely

Honorlock's proctoring platform can block Cluely and other AI by: Block Unauthorized Applications: Prevents Cluely and any other unauthorized tools from being launched during certification exams, interviews, presentations, etc.

Does Honorlock flag you for looking away?

All Honorlock exams require that the student remain visible during the entire length of the exam. Looking away, leaning out of sight, or walking away from the computer will likely raise a flag with the Honorlock AI proctoring technology and cause the exam to “pause” until you are back in focus.