We wrote to @ugc_india and @EduMinOfIndia on the use of proctoring technology by various universities across the country highlighting privacy concerns.
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Proctoring tech uses AI powered algorithms and tools to keep a check on candidates during online exams. This tech is being used in various forms at UPES, Dehradun, Delhi Technological University, O.P. Jindal Global University, SRM University, IIT-Bombay to name a few.
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The concerns that arise are (in brief):
1. It is a highly invasive technology
2. There is a failure to protect the privacy of students
3. Other technical issues such as internet connectivity and technical glitches may affect candidature or outcome of exam
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1. It is a highly invasive technology
2. There is a failure to protect the privacy of students
3. Other technical issues such as internet connectivity and technical glitches may affect candidature or outcome of exam
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Our recommendations were:
1. Issue a directive halting the use of proctoring technology by universities to conduct online examinations.
2. Issue detailed guidelines on how online exams should be conducted while ensuring necessary privacy protections are put in place.
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1. Issue a directive halting the use of proctoring technology by universities to conduct online examinations.
2. Issue detailed guidelines on how online exams should be conducted while ensuring necessary privacy protections are put in place.
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