Five Key Findings: Foolproof Computerized Examination

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Five Key Findings Foolproof Computerized
Examination

• By Prometric Leading Global Provider of
  Computerized Exams

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Findings Will Transform Computerised Tests
Tests are conducted in order to assess an
individuals knowledge and ability. While the
relevance and importance of a test has remained
constantly high, its method has evolved greatly.
From decades of writing answers on paper, we have
now entered the digital age with computerized
testing. Fool-proofing testing methods are
crucial but not easy. Loopholes are there, and
computerized testing is not immune to them. To
make computerized tests reliable and secure,
Prometric conducted a research study which
brought five key findings to the surface.
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Key Finding 1 Set Up and Security

• The network of test workstations should have no
  connection with the existing network of the
  rental facility.
• The network of test workstations can be further
  protected by installing proxy servers.
• Only licensed operating systems should be
  installed along with anti-virus software.

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Key Finding 2 Staff and Security

• Dependence on staff arranged by rental sites
  should be minimal.
• Processing of test results should be done by
  trustworthy staff preferably based outside the
  country in which the tests are being delivered.
• Test delivery providers must ensure an effective
  ratio of 110 between proctors and test takers.

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Key Finding 3 Process and Security

• Test takers should be inspected before they enter
  the testing lab and also when they depart.
• Fixed cameras should be installed inside the
  testing lab to minimize the possibility of
  malfeasance.
• To prevent blacklisted test takers from
  entering the lab, biometric data of listed test
  takers should be captured.

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Key Finding 4 Test Taker Convenience

• Multiple sessions of tests should be arranged for
  test takers who are unable to reach the test
  center on time due to inconveniences caused by
  weather or public action.

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Key Finding 5 Valid, Reliable and Fair Tests
The test should meet market requirements, legal
standards and design objectives. For this to
happen, a psychometric analysis should be done
for all test items. Disclosure of examination
content should be prevented at all costs with
delivery of fully encrypted test items helping to
mitigate any risks.
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It Matters

• With high-stakes examinations having the
  potential to change the lives of all test takers,
  an infallible delivery and consistent testing
  environment provide an
  even platform for everyone.
• Prometric understands this better than most!