What should my testing environment look like before taking a proctored exam?

What should my testing environment look like before taking a proctored exam?

Preparing for Your Online Honorlock Proctored Exam

Step 1: Prepare Your Device & Testing Environment

  • Choose a quiet, well-lit room with no distractions.

  • Remove any unauthorized materials (notes, books, extra devices).

  • Please double-check all Exam Expectation and Technology Requirements located in your Exam Module.

  • Ensure Laptop or Computer is plugged in or fully charged.

  • Ensure your webcam, microphone, and internet are working properly with Honorlock downloaded and enabled.

Step 2: Start the Room Scan

  • Follow the on-screen prompts to begin.

  • Slowly rotate your webcam or laptop to show:

    • Your desk

    • The floor

    • The surrounding area

  • If using an external webcam or laptop, pick it up to scan your space.

Step 3: Avoid Common Issues

  • Move slowly to prevent a blurry scan.

  • Show the entire workspace, including the desk, walls, and floor.

  • If your scan is rejected, follow the feedback provided and try again. A Honorlock Support team member may pop-in to check to initiate the exam

  • Important Reminders:

    1. Well-Lit Environment: Ensure your testing area is well-lit so your webcam feed is clear throughout the exam duration.

    2. Stable Internet Connection: Check your internet connection for stability to avoid any interruptions.

    3. Quiet and Secure Setting: Confirm that your surroundings are quiet and disruptions-free. Just to remind you, background noise should be minimal.

    4. Webcam Placement: Your face must remain visible in the webcam view at all times.

    5. Stay on the Exam Screen: Please only navigate away from or close the exam window once you have fully completed your test.

Step 4: Complete the Honorlock Online System Check

Once accepted, you may proceed with your exam.

**Disclaimer: The Honorlock Chrome extension must be enabled to activate the exam page & online system's check, as seen below.**

  1. If you have issues, try restarting your browser or clearing your cache.

For further assistance, refer to the troubleshooting steps in Honorlock Prep Guide or contact support@tel-education.org for more help.

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