ExamOnline Glossary
An authoritative A-to-Z knowledge base of essential terms across online examinations, proctoring, assessment analytics, credentialing, recruitment, and related domains.
A secure browser is an application designed to prevent a user from accessing unauthorized software during an online exam.
A secondary camera is an additional mobile or web lens used to monitor candidates during secure online assessments.
A screengrab is a static digital image captured to record the exact visible contents of a computer or mobile screen.
Screen sharing securely broadcasts a user's display to a remote observer, ensuring complete transparency during online assessments.
Screen mirroring is a technology that replicates a device's display onto a larger screen for enhanced visibility.
Rich feedback is highly detailed, actionable information given to individuals to deeply improve their skills and future performance.
Reskilling is the process of training employees in completely new abilities to transition into different organizational roles.
A remote proctored exam is a supervised digital test where technology and human monitors ensure absolute academic integrity.
A remote exam is a digital evaluation that allows candidates to take tests securely from any location globally.
An online exam is a digital assessment method that allows candidates to take tests using internet-connected devices. It helps organizations conduct secure, scalable, and efficient evaluations.
Remote proctoring is technology that monitors candidates via webcam and screen sharing during online exams. It prevents cheating and ensures complete integrity for all digital assessments.
A certification exam validates professional skills & knowledge, awarding recognized credentials through secure, standardized testing environments that support credibility & career advancement.
A recruitment assessment is a pre-employment test used by corporate HR teams to evaluate applicant skills. It provides objective data to make much smarter and more informed hiring decisions.
Fill in the blanks is a question format where test-takers provide missing words to complete a sentence. It tests recall, grammar, and comprehension without offering answer choices.
Full Screen Mode is a feature that makes the test window cover the whole computer screen. This stops students from looking at other websites or apps during the exam.
A Gamified Assessment uses game-like features to measure a person’s skills and traits in a fun and interactive way.
General Aptitude refers to a person's natural ability to learn new skills, solve problems, and think logically across different situations.
A Hotspot Question Type is a visual assessment format where candidates answer a question by clicking on a specific area of an uploaded image.
Human Proctoring is the process where trained professionals actively supervise candidates during an assessment to ensure rules are followed and test integrity is maintained.
A Human Resource Information System is a software platform used to organize, store, and manage employee data and HR activities in a central location.
ID Verification is a built-in feature of a testing platform used to confirm a candidate's identity before an exam to prevent impersonation.
Identity Verification is the end-to-end process of confirming a person’s identity using biological traits and official data to ensure the correct individual is taking an assessment.
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