What does Honorlock show teachers?

Honorlock shows teachers a detailed report of student exam sessions, including video/audio recordings, screen recordings, and a timeline of suspicious activities (flags) like opening new tabs, using other devices, or speaking aloud, all filtered by AI to highlight potential academic dishonesty. Teachers review these flags and recordings to verify student identity (via ID/photo scans) and determine if misconduct occurred, focusing on browser lockdown, web traffic, and physical environment monitoring.

Can teachers view Honorlock?

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.

What can Honorlock see on your screen?

Honorlock works within your web browser while taking an assessment in Canvas to observe behavior which may include recording of video, audio, screen activity, navigation or similar activities.

How do you know if Honorlock flagged you?

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 is the Honorlock for faculty?

Honorlock is a powerful online proctoring tool integrated with Canvas that helps faculty uphold academic integrity during online exams. It uses a combination of AI-powered video analysis and live proctoring to detect and deter potential cheating.

The Inside Scoop on Honorlock According to Your Professor

Can a professor say you cheated without proof?

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

Can Honorlock actually detect phones?

During the exam, Honorlock can detect secondary devices, such as phones. Because the browser extension does not get installed onto secondary devices, Honorlock cannot procure data from those devices, nor can it capture web traffic from other devices on the student's network at the time of the exam.

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 Honorlock detect phones without a camera?

No, Honorlock does not scan other devices on your network, such as phones and tablets. We have a patented process for detecting when a test taker attempts to search the internet for exam content, which involves filtering web content and recognizing exam questions from the Learning Management System (LMS).

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.

Can Honorlock detect you talking?

Smart Speech Detection

Honorlock listens for specific keywords or phrases, such as “Hey Siri” or “OK Google,” and records test takers' audio during exams, not just voices. Our ability to recognize keywords better supports all test takers, including those who need to read questions aloud.

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. 

What happens if Honorlock catches you cheating?

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. If the live proctor determines that a violation is likely, the school and instructor will be notified.

How do I know if my teacher is watching my screen?

How to Know If Your Computer Is Being Monitored

1. Step 1: Go to a Good Website. If you are at school, go to your school's website or Google. ...
2. Step 2: Open Task Manager. Open Task Manager (if you have Windows) and look at your CPU usage.
3. Step 3: Look for Something Out of the Ordinary. ...
4. Step 4: Click "End Task" ...
5. Step 5: Congrats!

What are illegal things teachers can't do?

Legally, teachers can't violate student privacy (FERPA), conduct unreasonable searches (violating Fourth Amendment rights), physically punish students (in most places), discriminate, or engage in immoral conduct, abuse, or neglect; they also can't search personal devices without cause, force students to participate in the Pledge of Allegiance, or keep them after school without consent, though they must report abuse and maintain proper supervision. Violations can lead to dismissal, legal action, and loss of license, impacting their professional standing. 

What is the 70 30 rule in teaching?

The 70/30 rule in teaching is a principle that shifts focus from teacher-led instruction to student-centered, active learning, suggesting students should do 70% of the talking/practice and teachers 30% of direct instruction, or that teachers plan 70% for activities and 30% for content, promoting deeper engagement and skill development over passive reception, particularly in language learning. 

What triggers an Honorlock flag?

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.

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.

Does Honorlock detect eye movement on Reddit?

It's extremely obvious once you know what you're looking for, but Honorlock doesn't track eye movement and most of my colleagues only review the recommended flagged sessions.

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.

What all can Honorlock see?

Honorlock detects potential academic dishonesty by monitoring student activity during online exams, using AI and live proctors to flag behaviors like using secondary devices (phones, tablets), accessing unauthorized websites, another person entering the room, and speaking or looking away for extended periods. It records video, audio, and screen activity, flagging suspicious actions for instructor review, such as using specific keywords like "Google" or "Siri," and can even detect nearby devices using features like Apple Handoff detection.
 

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.

Can you use ChatGPT with Honorlock?

Honorlock's hybrid proctoring solution prevents the use of ChatGPT using a combination of AI and live proctors.

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.

Does Honorlock flag Apple handoff?

Apple Hand-Off Detection detects the presence of the Apple Handoff Icon & proctors observe the session, without intervening, to determine if a phone is present and being used inappropriately.