Description
Respondus Monitor now supports a second camera, adding an additional video angle during an exam. The extra visibility helps deter the use of unapproved resources and gives instructors greater control over the level of exam security.
It also supports richer forms of assessment:
- Record a science lab.
- Show proficiency in a clinical procedure.
- Show how equipment or tools are used.
- Perform a hands-on demonstration.
How it Works
Instructor Settings
- Select either Webcam Only or Webcam + Screen from the Respondus Monitor settings.
- Locate the Second Camera option and select “Require students to use a second camera in addition to the webcam.” Instructions for students can be edited.
Student Setup
- Proceed to the online exam on your primary computer.
- Complete the Webcam Check for the frontal webcam.
- If a second camera is required, scan the displayed QR code using your second device.
- Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the setup and camera positioning.
To learn more about the student experience, go to Setting Up a Second Camera for a Respondus Monitor Exam.
Post-exam Review
Instructors can view up to three videos synchronously with the proctoring results: frontal webcam, second camera, and screen recording. Click on a video to make it play in the larger window.
FAQs
- What devices work as a second camera?
Students need a second device that can scan QR codes. Most iOS and Android mobile devices are supported. Some computers may also work if the browser, camera, and QR reader are compatible. You can test your device at www.respondus.com/camera2
- Is an app required on the second device?
No. An app does not need to be installed on the second device.
- Can a USB webcam connected to the primary computer be used as a second camera?
No. The second camera must run on a separate device, not the same computer.
- Is there an cost to use a second camera?
No. This is a core feature of Respondus Monitor.
Questions and requests for support can be sent to Educational & Emerging Technologies.
Additional Resources
Second Camera Intro Video
Mobile Permission for Second Camera in Respondus Monitor