Does Unisa record your screen?

Yes, Unisa's proctoring software (like RPNow or IRIS) does record your computer screen, webcam, and microphone during online invigilated exams to ensure academic integrity, capturing your exam session for later review, not live streaming. This recording helps verify you followed exam rules, with footage deleted after a set period (e.g., 90 days) and access restricted to authorized staff, though specific tools and processes can vary slightly by exam.

Does the webcam record the screen at UNISA?

In conjunction with a webcam and microphone, RPNow will record your computer screen and the view via the webcam. You will then take the exam through your normal course site in learnOnline.

Does proctoring record your screen?

Yes, Proctorio can record your screen if the exam administrator enables this setting. Here's what typically happens: Proctorio requests permission to access your screen activity. It may capture your tabs, applications, or mouse movements.

Does UNISA moodle proctoring take screenshots?

It will capture your picture and screenshot automatically every 30 seconds. For the Webcam proctoring tool to function, you need to provide camera & screen sharing permissions. Once you have provided the permissions, you will see your picture and will then be able to complete the Quiz assessment.

Does UNISA moodle proctoring record sound?

Unlike live proctoring, recorded proctoring, is fully automated, capturing the complete exam session, including the student's screen, audio, and webcam feed.

Unisa | Moodle proctoring (webcam)

Can you detect cheating on Moodle?

Yes, Moodle can detect cheating if you switch tabs.

Can Moodle tell if you split screen?

No, Moodle cannot track tabs on its own. It doesn't know if a student is switching between tabs or opening other windows during an exam. But if you add a proctoring tool or a lockdown browser, then yes, Moodle can monitor tab activity.

Can I 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. 

Does Moodle record your face?

The Moodle Proctoring plugin is a Quiz Access plugin designed to capture a user's picture via webcam to identify the individual attempting the Moodle quiz. It automatically captures images from the user's webcam at 30-second intervals (or any configurable time gap) and stores them as PNG files.

What triggers the proctorio flag?

Common Reasons for Flags

Here are some typical triggers that might raise a digital eyebrow from Proctorio: Looking away from the screen (even briefly) Background movement (like someone walking by) Sudden noises (a doorbell, your pet, or your sibling)

How does proctoring detect cheating?

Proctored exams detect cheating using a multi-layered approach, combining AI-powered monitoring of video (eye/head movement), audio (speech), and screen activity (browser/app access) with identity verification (ID scans, face recognition) and environmental scans (room checks), flagging suspicious behaviors like looking away, talking, using unauthorized apps, or accessing other websites for human review. 

Can I wear headphones during a proctored exam?

You will only be permitted the use of a single monitor when testing, all others must be disconnected. Mobile devices, such as tablets or cell phones, are not supported. Headphones are generally not permitted.

Can proctor detect a phone?

Yes — AI proctoring can detect phones in online exams, and it's surprisingly smarter than most students think.

Can you pass a module if you fail an assignment?

In most cases you are able to pass a module overall if you have achieved the overall pass mark, whilst having also failed one or more of the assignments.

Can I test my system before a Moodle assessment?

Before you test yourself, test your computer

Give yourself at least an hour before the test to make sure your computer is properly configured. Wait until the last minute and you risk a mid-semester meltdown. Make sure that your browser is up to par using the Moodle Browser Compatibility check.

Can I work while studying online with UNISA?

Many of our students work and study at the same time. You may wish to work full-time and study part-time, or work part-time and study full-time. If online study is available for your degree of interest, and you believe you can manage competing commitments, you may also be able to study and work full-time.

Can someone access my camera without me knowing?

Yes, if a hacker gains unauthorized access to your camera, they can potentially see through it and view whatever the camera is capturing. This can include live video feeds from the camera's location.

Can proctored exams detect screen sharing?

Yes. In a proctored exam, screen sharing is detected and actively monitored. Any attempt to bypass it may lead to exam disqualification. Q.

Can teachers see your activity on Moodle?

All activity in Moodle is logged. Pretty much all activity on the Internet is logged - it is not a matter of privacy. However, if the teacher posts the test on Moodle prior to the test, it does not seem totally fair that you would get in trouble for that.

Can lungs heal after 7 years of vaping?

Yes, your lungs can begin to heal after 7 years of vaping, with improvements starting in weeks and continuing for months or years as inflammation decreases and function improves, but the extent of recovery depends on the damage; quitting immediately is crucial, as prolonged heavy use can cause irreversible damage, though the body has significant capacity to repair itself. 

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 a doctor detect if you vape?

Doctors can use certain tests to detect nicotine or other chemicals found in vape products: Urine tests: Can show nicotine or cotinine, a byproduct of nicotine, even if you only vape occasionally. Blood tests: These can also detect nicotine and its metabolites.

How does my teacher see my screen?

The classroom screen monitoring software allows teachers to click on an individual student's screen or name to get a closer look at what the student is viewing in real time.

How to detect cheating in online exams?

To address this issue, various mechanisms have been developed to prevent or detect cheating on online exams, such as secure browsers, per question timers, facial recognition, image proctoring, video proctoring, and disabling navigation of questions during the exam process.

Can Moodle detect Ctrl+C?

Yes, Moodle can detect copying and pasting. To do this, it uses other programs and plugins integrated into its platform. Copy and paste scanners, such as Turnitin, CopyCheck, and PlagScanner, will easily note and give a report on content similarity in percentages.