ExamOnline Glossary
An authoritative A-to-Z knowledge base of essential terms across online examinations, proctoring, assessment analytics, credentialing, recruitment, and related domains.
A self-assessment is an introspective process where individuals evaluate their own skills, performance, and behaviors against established standards.
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.
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.
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.
Image Proctoring is a monitoring method that captures snapshots of a candidate at regular intervals to ensure integrity without requiring high-speed video streaming.
Incident Reporting is the process of documenting and flagging suspicious activities or rule violations during an online exam to ensure fairness and provide evidence for review.
Instructor-Led Training is a learning format where a facilitator or subject matter expert guides learners through a curriculum in real-time, whether in person or online.
An Integrity Check is a series of automated and manual verifications performed during an online exam to ensure that the candidate is following all rules and that the results are valid.
Interview Intelligence refers to the use of technology, data, and AI to record, analyze, and extract actionable insights from job interviews to improve hiring outcomes.
Interview Scheduling is the process of coordinating times between candidates and hiring teams to conduct job interviews, often using automated tools to sync calendars.
A Job Behavioral Assessment is a tool used by employers to evaluate a candidate’s personality traits, work style, and behavioral tendencies to determine their fit for a specific role.
A Job Simulation is an assessment tool that requires candidates to perform tasks similar to those they would encounter on the job to test their practical skills and decision-making.
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