Online Proctoring of High-Stakes English Language Examinations: A Survey of Past Candidates' Attitudes and Perceptions
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| Title: | Online Proctoring of High-Stakes English Language Examinations: A Survey of Past Candidates' Attitudes and Perceptions |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Coniam, David, Lampropoulou, Leda, Cheilari, Angeliki |
| Source: | English Language Teaching. 2021 14(8):58-72. |
| Availability: | Canadian Center of Science and Education. 1595 Sixteenth Ave Suite 301, Richmond Hill, Ontario, L4B 3N9 Canada. Tel: 416-642-2606; Fax: 416-642-2608; e-mail: elt@ccsenet.org; Web site: http://www.ccsenet.org/journal/index.php/elt |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 15 |
| Publication Date: | 2021 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research Tests/Questionnaires |
| Descriptors: | High Stakes Tests, Language Tests, Second Language Learning, English (Second Language), Computer Assisted Testing, Delivery Systems, Test Format, Barriers, Feedback (Response), Family Environment, Language Laboratories, Information Security, Student Attitudes, Student Characteristics, Second Language Instruction, Cheating, Foreign Countries |
| Geographic Terms: | United Kingdom |
| ISSN: | 1916-4742 |
| Abstract: | This paper reports reactions by candidates to the use of online proctoring (OLP), 'invigilation', in the delivery of high-stakes English language examinations. The paper first sets the scene in terms of the move from face-to-face to online modes of delivery. It explores the challenges and benefits that both modes offer, in terms of accessibility, fairness, security and cheating. Evidence is then presented from a survey exploring the reactions to and perceptions of OLP by candidates who had taken an English language examination via OLP. A strong endorsement of OLP was generally recorded. Feedback revealed that respondents perceived OLP to be a more personal as well as a more efficient way of taking a test. Some pertinent negative comments from a smaller number of respondents could be construed as constructive and are also discussed. The results are indicative of a broad acceptance of OLP, pointing to strong future uptake of the OLP mode of test delivery. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2021 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1308907 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | This paper reports reactions by candidates to the use of online proctoring (OLP), 'invigilation', in the delivery of high-stakes English language examinations. The paper first sets the scene in terms of the move from face-to-face to online modes of delivery. It explores the challenges and benefits that both modes offer, in terms of accessibility, fairness, security and cheating. Evidence is then presented from a survey exploring the reactions to and perceptions of OLP by candidates who had taken an English language examination via OLP. A strong endorsement of OLP was generally recorded. Feedback revealed that respondents perceived OLP to be a more personal as well as a more efficient way of taking a test. Some pertinent negative comments from a smaller number of respondents could be construed as constructive and are also discussed. The results are indicative of a broad acceptance of OLP, pointing to strong future uptake of the OLP mode of test delivery. |
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| ISSN: | 1916-4742 |
