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title: Proctoring Tools
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createdAt: 2025-03-17T19:44:58.568Z
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You can connect ampEducator with external proctoring services to help ensure the integrity of student testing. Configuration is done in **Institution Config / Coures / Proctoring**. There are currently two options to choose from: **Microsoft Secure Assessment **and **Smarter Services**.

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## Microsoft Secure Assessment vs. Smarter Services

**Microsoft Secure Assessment** is a Windows-based solution suitable for local, lower-stakes testing. It works only on Windows devices; if students use other operating systems, the test will still load, but without secure proctoring. It’s a lightweight option with minimal setup, ideal for schools looking to add a layer of control during on-campus testing.

**Smarter Services** is a third-party proctoring solution designed for broader use cases, including remote or higher-stakes assessments. It offers more advanced monitoring features and works across platforms, making it a good fit for institutions needing a more comprehensive proctoring solution.

## Configuring Proctoring Tools

To enable online proctoring in ampEducator, navigate to **Institution Config / Courses / Proctoring**. Start by checking **Yes **next to **Proctor Enabled**. This will unlock the ability to choose from supported proctoring services in the **Proctor** dropdown. 

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Currently, you can select either **Microsoft Secure Assessment** or **Smarter Services**. Once a provider is selected, additional configuration fields will appear depending on your choice.

### Configuring Microsoft Secure Assessment

Microsoft Secure Assessment is a built-in test service on Windows devices, best suited for local or low-stakes tests. It ensures that students can only access the test environment, preventing other applications or internet usage. However, **it is only supported on Windows**. **Students using macOS, ChromeOS, or other operating systems will be directed to the test without proctoring enabled.**

If you choose **Microsoft Secure Assessment** from the dropdown, you’ll see the following optional configuration options:

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- **Text Suggestions** – Enable or disable suggestions like predictive text during the test.
- **Printing** – Allow or restrict printing during the test session.
- **Screen Capture** – Allow or restrict the ability to take screenshots.
- **Enforce Lockdown** – If enabled, the student’s device will enter lockdown mode to prevent access to other apps or browsers.
- **End on Error** – If enabled, the test will automatically end if a disruption is detected in the secure environment (e.g. the student disables the secure service).

After clicking **Save & Test**, a confirmation message will appear at the top of the screen if the proctoring setup was successfully updated and tested.

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### Configuring Smarter Services

Smarter Services is a third-party proctoring tool designed for more robust, cloud-based remote testing. It is ideal for higher-stakes assessments where identity verification, screen monitoring, and test integrity are essential.

If you select **Smarter Services** from the dropdown, you’ll be prompted to enter the following credentials provided by Smarter Services:

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- **API Key** – The API key assigned to your institution for integration.
- **Install SID** – The installation-specific ID for your Smarter Services account.
- **Access Key** – The access key used to authenticate the connection between ampEducator and Smarter Services.

Click **Save & Test** to confirm the connection. If successful, a confirmation message will appear. 

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Once a Student starts a student test, they will be redirected to SmarterServices for onboarding and then redirected back to ampEducator to complete the test.