EduPage (sensitive) protection against cheating during online tests

EduPage offers several ways to protect against cheating in online tests:

• monitoring student activity during the test
• active window‑leaving detection + full‑screen mode
• variable (randomized) tests

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EduPage tools for preventing cheating during online tests

However, it is important to approach children sensitively. Some systems frighten students before the test with various statements about monitoring and prohibiting them from leaving the window, to the point that the child becomes more afraid of “clicking somewhere else” than focusing on the actual content of the test.

Paradoxically, this affects the children who would never cheat the most. Research shows that the subconscious plays a major role – even the mere feeling of being suspected creates stress and unnecessary “noise” that reduces performance. None of us adults would feel comfortable if we had to sign every day upon entering work that we will not steal – even a hint of distrust is disturbing.

Therefore, it is important to consider who the testing should be adapted for. Should testing aim to catch cheaters, even at the cost of harming honest students? Or should it help students discover what they already know and where they still have gaps?

At EduPage, we have long preferred the second approach. EduPage includes various protective mechanisms, but we especially recommend the non‑invasive EduPage student activity monitoring. It does not disturb students, yet it allows cheating to be detected without putting children in the position of suspects beforehand.

Overview of test-progress information (dashboard)

This way, the teacher already has the necessary information during the test and can react if they wish. They can help a struggling student, clarify a question that everyone misunderstood, and they don’t have to wait until the next lesson. They can use the test to help students progress — to understand the test as a step toward improvement.

The million‑dollar question, of course, remains how to convince students that completing a test honestly is beneficial for them. It is probably a long‑term effort, and we do not envy teachers this task.

We therefore welcome any feedback, experiences, or ideas. We are happy to incorporate anything into EduPage that contributes to a positive approach and outcome.

More guides: Monitoring test progress, preventing cheating