Online Proctoring - Proctorio
In-Person Proctoring
When you take a class at one of our Coastline campuses, your instructor will likely administer your midterm and final exams in the classroom in person.
When you take an online class, instructors have the option to create a fully online exam or require an exam to be taken in person with what's known as a 'proctor.' Proctors protect academic integrity and the value of your degree by following a set of procedures such as verifying your identity, providing oversight while you take the exam, and mailing your exam back to Coastline.
Online exams may require accessing an online proctor service, such as Proctorio, in order to maintain academic integrity. Proctorio captures video and movement while you take your exam and requires an identity check. This video may be reviewed by your instructor to ensure that no cheating took place.
Coastline is committed to academic integrity in order to protect the value of your degree and the transferability of our courses. This page is designed to answer the most common questions about proctoring (in person and online), and we are always here to help if you need more guidance.
Proctors protect academic integrity and the value of your degree by following a set of procedures such as verifying your identity, providing oversight while you take the exam, and mailing your exam back to Coastline.
Proctorio is an automated online proctoring system that may be utilized in some online classes. Check with your instructor to see if this is being used in your class.
This system captures video and movement while you take your exam. This video may be reviewed by your instructor to ensure that no cheating took place. To ensure academic integrity, Proctorio also requires an identity check.
Before using Proctorio, there are some basic requirements to follow. The steps are as follows:
Some students have expressed concerns about being 'watched' or 'monitored' via video. Proctorio recordings are only available to the instructor, and the videos are double encrypted to ensure the data is safe from hackers (per Proctorio). Your instructor is monitoring your online exam in the same way they would if you were sitting in a classroom taking the exam. Your instructor may review random portions of your video briefly to ensure academic integrity. Please know that approved Coastline Administrators may view the video as a response to student complaints/concerns.
Need help? Proctorio Support is available 24/7 through the following:
Learn more about Proctorio for students.
If your instructor requires an in-person proctored exam, you have a few options. The options are as follows:
Your instructor may host in-person exams at one of our campuses. Contact your instructor, check your syllabus, or check our Testing Times webpage for information.
Virtual Zoom Proctoring are now being offered. Please schedule your virtual exam appointment with Coastline's Testing Center.
Testing Center Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm (PST)
If you are not near a Coastline campus, you may follow the below guidelines to help you find a qualified person to administer your exams.
Here are some frequently asked questions answered at-a-glance about how to find a Proctor, Proctor eligibility, and next steps to move forward with a Proctor.
Once you find a Proctor, follow the steps listed under "I Found a Proctor! Now what?" below.
*Pro-tip: Coastline students tell us the key to finding a Proctor is to visit the institution in person, not just send emails!
Submit the Online Proctor Agreement Form at the following link: Proctor Agreement Form
Proctor Agreement forms are due according to the following schedule:
Course length | Deadline |
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8-, 10-, 12- and 14-week | First Friday of Week 1 |
16 week | First Friday of Week 2 |
In rare cases, and at the discretion of the department, Proctor forms may be accepted after the dates listed above. Please email us and your instructors right away to discuss at proctor@coastline.edu.
You will receive emailed communications from the department throughout the approval process.
Staff will review the proctor qualifications and respond within five business days after the proctor has submitted their portion of the form.
Your course website and syllabus will have information on examination dates. Below are the most common timeframes as to when exams are administered.
Class Length | Midterms mailed/due back | Finals mailed/due back |
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8-week classes | Week 2/Week 4 | Week 3/Week 8 |
16-week classes | Week 4/Week 8 | Week 11/Weeks 15-16 |
We recommend that you check your Canvas Course site and Course Syllabus for specific information about testing dates, as they vary based on the course.
Generally, you are allowed two hours of testing time; however, each course varies. Please contact your instructor and confirm what materials you are allowed to bring to the testing session. Contact DSPS if you have a disability that requires more time.
Please ask your Proctor to send it ASAP to avoid delays in processing or possible late penalties from your instructor.
Proctors provide a service by helping to maintain the academic integrity of our exam processes. As part of the agreement between the Proctor and Coastline, the Proctor will prevent and report any acts of academic dishonesty to the school. Students are expected to follow Coastline's Policies and Regulations on Academic Integrity.
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