ProctorU Information

ProctorU is an online proctoring service available 24/7. Proctors monitor exams by observing the student (via webcam) and his/her computer screen in real time.

帆布、HESI ExamSoft exams may be proctored via ProctorU with permission from your course faculty. Before your exam, confirm with your instructor which resource will be used to give your exam and know how to access it.

For HESI, view the following document for information on how to test your system for compatibility and how to access the exam:Student Guide for Taking an HESI Exam via ProctorU.

Please watch the videos and read the information below if you are planning on using ProctorU.

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Online Proctoring: How It Works

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Technical Requirements

In order to be successfully proctored by ProctorU, you will need the following:

1. A PC or Mac that meets the minimumsystem requirements. (Tablets are not supported)
2. One of the following compatible web browsers:
   
   • Google Chrome(preferred).
   • Mozilla Firefox.
3. ProctorU browser extensions forChromeorFirefox.

Please use an Ethernet/wired connection to reduce the chances of being disconnected during the exam.We strongly recommend that you do not use a wireless connection as they may not be stable enough.

Pre-Testing

Follow the steps below before you take a test with ProctorU.

1. Perform asystem check.
   • You will receive a summary report of the system check.
   • If there is a failure, you will need to have the failure corrected before moving forward.
2. Visitproctoru.comand click the“User Login”button located in the top-right corner of the main page.
   • If you've already registered with ProctorU, simply sign in with your credentials.
   • If not, create an account by clicking theNew user? Sign up herelink and fill in the requisite information.
   • Be sure to use a valid e-mail address and phone number where you can be reached while taking an exam.
3. Schedule the exam. SeeScheduling an Exam and What Happens during the Exam Launch.
   • It’s best to schedule your exam in advance as it greatly affects the price of the exam.
   • Exam Fee: $17.00 per exam (as of Jan 2021)*
     _{*A surcharge will be applied for exams that are not scheduled at least 72 hours in advance.}

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Testing Day

1. Clear your work area.
2. Please use an Ethernet/wired connection to reduce the chances of being disconnected during the exam.
3. Visitproctoru.comand log in using your username and password.
4. Once logged in, select theMy Sessionslink.
5. Search for the scheduled exam and click the link to be connected with the proctor.

When testing with ProctorU, students should be prepared to:

• Show an up-to-date, photo ID.
• Answer security questions.
• Grant the proctor access to their computer.
• Take the test in a private, well-lit, indoor room (preferably at home) with no one else in the room.
• Show the proctor the edges of the monitor being used for the exam with a mirror or cell phone.
• Provide a 360 degree view of the testing environment.
• Stay in view of the camera at all times.