HONORLOCK 1.3
Overview:
Honorlock is an automated, AI-driven remote proctoring tool integrated directly into Canvas. It is available for all FIU courses and does not require exam scheduling. It provides on-demand exam access within the instructor-defined timeframe.

Strengths:

• Fully integrated with Canvas Classic Quizzes

• No student scheduling required

• AI-based monitoring with video, audio, and screen recording

• Low or minimal cost (if any) to students

Limitations:

• Incompatible with Excel-based assessments or external file access

• No real-time human intervention during exams

• Not currently compatible with Canvas New Quizzes

Best Use:
Honorlock is ideal for low- to mid-stakes exams delivered within Canvas that do not require external tools like Excel.

PROCTORU LIVE+
Overview:
ProctorU Live+ is a live online proctoring service that replicates in-person exam monitoring. It includes multi-factor identity verification, live screen and webcam monitoring, and direct student-proctor interaction.

Strengths:

• Allows students to access Excel or other desktop applications during exams

• Real-time proctoring enables intervention during technical issues or suspicious behavior

• Robust identity verification with webcam, screen share, and multi-step authentication

• Recently updated with integrated chat and expanded Chromebook support

Limitations:

• Students must pay a fee per exam (based on exam length)

• Requires advance scheduling

• Can be complex to manage for large-scale courses unless properly coordinated

Best Use:
ProctorU Live+ is the only viable solution for high-stakes exams requiring the use of Excel or external software in a secure environment.

RESPONDUS LOCKDOWN BROWSER
Overview:
Respondus LockDown Browser is a custom browser that locks down the student’s testing environment during Canvas-based assessments. It prevents printing, screen switching, copy/paste, and web navigation.

Strengths:

• Integrated with both Classic and New Quizzes in Canvas

• Easy for instructors to set up with a practice quiz option

• No cost to students

• Does not require live scheduling

Limitations:

• Students cannot use Excel or access local files during an exam

• No auto-save feature; student work may be lost if the system crashes

• Some compatibility issues remain with newer tools in Canvas

• Currently shows outdated browser warnings to Mac users (known, non-blocking issue)

Best Use:
Respondus is best suited for simple assessments that can remain fully within Canvas and do not require access to other applications.

Recommendation for Excel-Based Exams in Large Courses:
For courses that require quantitative assessments using Excel, particularly those with large enrollments and multiple tutorial sections, ProctorU Live+ is the most appropriate solution. It allows secure access to Excel, offers live proctoring, and supports flexibility in technical troubleshooting. While it introduces a cost to students, it is the only tool that addresses both the functional needs of the exam and the academic integrity requirements. In contrast, Honorlock and Respondus are effective for Canvas-native assessments but cannot accommodate the use of external tools like Excel, making them unsuitable for most finance-related testing scenarios.