Definitions
- Referring to the act of supervising an exam or test to ensure academic integrity. - Describing the process of monitoring students during an online exam or assessment. - Talking about the role of a proctor in maintaining a secure and fair testing environment.
- Referring to the act of supervising an exam or test to ensure academic integrity. - Describing the process of monitoring students during an online exam or assessment. - Talking about the role of an invigilator in maintaining a secure and fair testing environment.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to the act of supervising an exam or test.
- 2Both words are used to ensure academic integrity.
- 3Both words can be used for in-person or online exams.
- 4Both words involve monitoring students to prevent cheating.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Proctoring is more commonly used in educational settings, while invigilation can also be used in legal or professional contexts.
- 2Connotation: Proctoring has a neutral connotation, while invigilation can have a negative connotation due to its association with strict monitoring and surveillance.
Remember this!
Proctoring and invigilation are synonyms that refer to the act of supervising an exam or test to ensure academic integrity. While they share many similarities, such as their purpose and methods, there are some differences in usage, origin, and connotation. Proctoring is more commonly used in American English and has a neutral connotation, while invigilation is more commonly used in British English and can have a negative connotation due to its association with strict monitoring and surveillance.
