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.
AI-based proctoring is the digital equivalent of an invigilator walking through an exam hall. It uses computer vision and machine learning to monitor candidates taking tests remotely.
An Application Programming Interface is a set of rules that allows different software applications to talk to each other and share data securely.
An Aptitude Test is a standardized assessment designed to measure an individual's potential to learn new skills and perform specific tasks.
An assessment is a systematic process of documenting and using empirical data to measure knowledge, skills, attitudes, and beliefs.
An Assessment and Development Center is a strategic framework used to evaluate an individual's current performance and their future potential for growth.
An Assessment Center is a standardized evaluation process using multiple exercises to measure a candidate's suitability for a specific professional role.
An Assessment Delivery System is the software infrastructure used to present, manage, and score digital exams and assessments securely.
An Assessment Engine is the core software logic that manages the retrieval, delivery, and scoring of questions within an online examination system.
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