Does Honorlock send recordings to teachers?

Yes, Honorlock sends recordings and flagged incidents to teachers, providing instructors with access to your webcam, audio, and screen recording, along with a report highlighting any suspicious activity like accessing other sites or background noise for review after the exam. While not typically watched in real-time (unless a live proctor intervenes), teachers can view the footage to verify potential academic dishonesty.

Do professors watch Honorlock recordings?

So is accessing reports. Honorlock records all exam sessions, and, as the instructor, you get access to this recording right from your LMS—in real-time. We'll also send you a report after the exam with timestamped notes about any incidents of potential academic dishonesty.

Does Honorlock tell you its recording?

A flashing red indicator shows you exactly when recording is taking place, so you always know what's happening.

How long does Honorlock keep recordings?

Honorlock Retention Policy

Honorlock retains all remote exam proctoring recordings for one year from the recording date.

Does Honorlock do screen recording?

Via a series of pop-up windows, Honorlock will prompt you to complete the Honorlock Authentication process. These steps will include taking a picture of your face, verifying your ID, and doing a 360 degree scan of your room and desk. Click the blue LAUNCH SCREEN RECORDING button to begin recording your screen.

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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 I hit my vape during a proctored exam?

No Restroom Breaks: Do not leave the room or take your laptop into the restroom. Be Polite: Treat the proctor respectfully – you are being recorded. No smoking or vaping: This is not allowed during the exam. Phone Rules: Your mobile phone should be arms length away from you during testing.

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.

How to view Honorlock recordings?

Viewing Honorlock Proctoring Results

If you would like to view the proctoring session for a particular student, click the "View Session" button. You will then be able to view video from the proctoring session that includes both a screen capture and a recording of the student while they are taking the exam.

Can Honorlock see what I'm doing on my phone?

Honorlock does not scan your network, your computer, your phone or any other devices on your network. Honorlock has no access to anyone's network or devices, nor could we unless we were given access by the owner or user. Furthermore, Honorlock does not route traffic from your device through our servers in any way.

How do you know if you got caught cheating on Honorlock?

If Honorlock flags your exam, you may receive a notification or a "live pop-in" from a proctor to assess the situation. Remember, a flag doesn't automatically equate to a violation. However, if a proctor deems your behavior to be a violation of the exam guidelines, they may report it to your instructor.

What sounds does Honorlock detect?

Honorlock listens for specific keywords or phrases, such as “Hey Siri” or “OK Google,” and records test takers' audio during exams, not just voices.

Does Honorlock flag you for looking away?

Honorlock uses a combination of AI and human reviewers to look for what it calls “testing anomalies.” Some common flags include: Looking away from the screen too often. Talking or whispering. A second voice or noise in the background.

Can a professor say you cheated without proof?

If an instructor accuses a student of cheating without any proof, the student may have grounds to challenge the allegations. The student may be able to demonstrate that the professor's allegations are unfounded or based on mistaken assumptions.

How does Honorlock work for teachers?

Honorlock's hybrid proctoring solution uses AI to monitor online exam sessions, which alerts a live, US-based proctor if it detects potential academic dishonesty. The exam proctor reviews the situation before entering the exam session via chat-box in real-time to address the situation.

Can teachers see Honorlock recordings?

All instructors should view the exam recordings directly and check for activity flags that may indicate academic misconduct. See this one-minute video for an overview of the simple process and the View Results Guide for instructions on how to navigate recorded student sessions.

What gets you flagged on Honorlock?

Honorlock's AI flags behaviors such as being out of view of the camera for an extended period of time, accessing unauthorized websites, and speaking with another person in the room. It is up to the instructor to review these flags to determine if any academic misconduct occurs.

How to take a bathroom break with Honorlock?

If you need to take a bathroom break during the exam due to any reason (medical, etc.), you should notify your instructor ahead of time (prior to the exam) so that this instruction is provided to the Honorlock Proctors, or it will be flagged as a violation.

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 happens if you use your phone during an Honorlock proctored exam?

Multi-Device Detection

Detects when test takers try to search test questions during exams using a secondary device, such as a cell phone; then the proctor validates and clearly marks the violation.

Can Honorlock just record your screen?

Honorlock will record your exam session by webcam, as well as record your screen. Honorlock also has an integrity algorithm that can detect search-engine use, so please do not attempt to search for answers.

Can lungs heal after 7 years of vaping?

Yes, your lungs can begin to heal after 7 years of vaping, with significant improvements in lung function and symptoms like coughing starting within weeks to months of quitting, though the extent of recovery depends on the severity of the damage, with some effects potentially being permanent if damage is extensive. Quitting allows the body to repair damaged tissues and clear toxins, improving breathing and reducing inflammation, but complete reversal of long-term damage isn't guaranteed, highlighting the importance of stopping as soon as possible. 

Can you chew gum during a proctored exam?

Test at home policies prohibit eating, drinking, smoking, and chewing gum during the exam. Proctors also restrict candidates from taking written notes or using published materials and other testing aids during the exam.

Can hotels tell if you vaped in the room?

Yes, hotels can often tell if you vape due to advanced vape detectors that sense aerosol particles (nicotine, propylene glycol) and chemical traces, sending real-time alerts to staff, with some even using black lights or residue checks; getting caught can lead to hefty cleaning fees, fines, or being asked to leave, as these smart sensors are more sensitive than traditional smoke alarms.