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Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming many industries and education is no exception. AI is already being used in a variety of ways to improve the online exam experience for both students and educators.

AI has the potential to expand knowledge into the future and allow learning to extend its reach to heights never known before. In some aspects, it is quite daunting due to uncertainties and perceptions of the negative impacts that could possibly occur. However, there is the realisation that AI can support establishments to transcend efficiency in regard to online exams. Here are some reasons why AI can be so useful. 

Proctoring

AI can be used to proctor online exams, which can help prevent cheating and ensure the integrity of the exam. AI-powered proctoring software can use facial recognition, eye tracking, and other technologies to monitor students during the exam.

For example, AI can be used to detect if a student is looking away from the screen, looking at another device, or talking to someone else. AI can also be used to detect suspicious behaviour, such as rapid mouse movements or copying and pasting.

Grading

AI can also be used to grade online exams, which can save time and improve accuracy. AI-powered grading systems can automatically grade objective questions, such as multiple-choice, true/false, and matching questions.

AI can also be used to grade subjective questions, such as essays and short-answer questions. However, AI-powered grading systems for subjective questions are still under development, and they should not be used without human oversight.

Security

AI can also be used to improve the security of online exams. AI-powered systems can be used to detect and prevent cheating, such as impersonation and plagiarism.
For example, AI can be used to verify the identity of students and to detect if they are using unauthorised materials. AI can also be used to detect patterns of cheating, such as groups of students giving the same answers to questions.

Overall, AI has the potential to make online exams more efficient, secure, and fair. As AI technology continues to develop, we can expect to see even more innovative ways to use AI to improve the online exam experience for students and educators.

Use an already-established online examination platform

EDExams is an effective locked-down application that delivers exams efficiently and securely. One main function of EDExams is the live or automated proctoring service allowing exams to be taken fairly without any malpractice taking place.

The system also has the ability to auto-grade exams removing the tiresome burden of marking endless amounts of exams. This in combination with the digitised functionality of EDExams ensures any exam can be uploaded and taken easily, making qualifications to be obtained.

To book a free online demonstration of EDExams call 01909 384090, send an email to mail@edexams.com or book directly here.