Health Sciences Student Perceptions and Attitudes Regarding Proctorio E-Proctoring versus Testing Center
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| Title: | Health Sciences Student Perceptions and Attitudes Regarding Proctorio E-Proctoring versus Testing Center |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Burr, Justin Vernon |
| Source: | HAPS Educator. Spr 2023 27(1):26-33. |
| Availability: | Human Anatomy and Physiology Society. PO Box 2945, LeGrange, GA 30421. e-mail: editor@hapsconnect.org; Web site: https://www.hapsweb.org/page/hapsed_home |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 8 |
| Publication Date: | 2023 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Education Level: | Higher Education Postsecondary Education |
| Descriptors: | Health Sciences, College Students, Student Attitudes, Supervision, Computer Assisted Testing, COVID-19, Pandemics, Distance Education, Test Anxiety, Scores, Barriers, Enrollment |
| ISSN: | 2473-3792 2473-3806 |
| Abstract: | During the COVID-19 pandemic, academic institutions were forced to pivot toward online education. With the switch to online learning, e-proctoring became a popular choice to continue proctored exam assessments. Many concerns arose from this technology, including privacy, psychological, and performance concerns. With the resumption of in-person learning, faculty are faced with the question of continuing with e-proctoring alone, switching back to campus testing centers, or utilizing a combination of both modes. This study aims to understand health sciences students' perceptions and attitudes regarding e-proctoring versus testing center use. An 18-question survey was distributed to health sciences students. The survey had 244 respondents. Descriptive statistics and a one-sample t-test and Cohen's d were utilized to analyze the results. The results indicate that students feel less stress and anxiety using e-proctoring compared to testing centers. Participants also reported a perception of improved exam performance and good exam security. This research helps faculty and decision-makers understand student attitudes and perceptions regarding e-proctoring versus testing center use. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2023 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1390169 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | During the COVID-19 pandemic, academic institutions were forced to pivot toward online education. With the switch to online learning, e-proctoring became a popular choice to continue proctored exam assessments. Many concerns arose from this technology, including privacy, psychological, and performance concerns. With the resumption of in-person learning, faculty are faced with the question of continuing with e-proctoring alone, switching back to campus testing centers, or utilizing a combination of both modes. This study aims to understand health sciences students' perceptions and attitudes regarding e-proctoring versus testing center use. An 18-question survey was distributed to health sciences students. The survey had 244 respondents. Descriptive statistics and a one-sample t-test and Cohen's d were utilized to analyze the results. The results indicate that students feel less stress and anxiety using e-proctoring compared to testing centers. Participants also reported a perception of improved exam performance and good exam security. This research helps faculty and decision-makers understand student attitudes and perceptions regarding e-proctoring versus testing center use. |
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| ISSN: | 2473-3792 2473-3806 |
