ExamOnline Glossary

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Secure Browser

A secure browser is an application designed to prevent a user from accessing unauthorized software during an online exam.

Secondary Camera

A secondary camera is an additional mobile or web lens used to monitor candidates during secure online assessments.

Screengrab

A screengrab is a static digital image captured to record the exact visible contents of a computer or mobile screen.

Screen Sharing in Proctoring

Screen sharing securely broadcasts a user's display to a remote observer, ensuring complete transparency during online assessments.

Screen mirroring

Screen mirroring is a technology that replicates a device's display onto a larger screen for enhanced visibility.

Rich Feedback

Rich feedback is highly detailed, actionable information given to individuals to deeply improve their skills and future performance.

Reskilling

Reskilling is the process of training employees in completely new abilities to transition into different organizational roles.

Remote Proctored Exam

A remote proctored exam is a supervised digital test where technology and human monitors ensure absolute academic integrity.

Remote Exam

A remote exam is a digital evaluation that allows candidates to take tests securely from any location globally.

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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.

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Cognitive Intelligence

Cognitive intelligence is the mental capacity for abstract thinking, reasoning, and learning, serving as the foundation for complex problem-solving.

Cognitive Reasoning

Cognitive reasoning is the logical mental process used to solve problems, recognize patterns, and draw valid conclusions from information.

Cognitive Skills

Cognitive skills are the essential brain functions like memory, attention, and processing speed, that allow us to think, learn, and solve problems.

Communication Skills Assessment

A communication skills assessment evaluates the ability to convey information effectively, identifying top talent for leadership and client-facing roles.

Competency Gap Analysis

Competency gap analysis is the process of identifying the difference between the skills your workforce possesses and the skills required to reach organizational goals.

Competency-Based Assessment

Competency-based assessment evaluates specific skills, knowledge, and behaviors required for success in a particular role, ensuring a high-performance workforce.

Computer Adaptive Testing (CAT)

Computer Adaptive Testing (CAT) is a sophisticated digital assessment method that adjusts question difficulty in real-time based on the examinee's performance.

Computer-Assisted Assessment

Computer-assisted assessment utilizes technology to deliver, grade, and analyze tests, providing a scalable and highly secure method for evaluating knowledge and skills.

Computer-based assessment

Computer-based assessment is the end-to-end process of delivering, capturing, and scoring examinations entirely through digital devices and software platforms.

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