Digital Learning Resources

No. The use of Honorlock is optional for faculty and not required.

Honorlock is a sophisticated solution. Prior to using it, please make sure you meet all items in the readiness checklist and note the following required steps:

1. Update your syllabus with the following required online proctoring syllabus statement. 

All students must review the syllabus and the requirements, including the online terms and video testing requirements, to determine if they wish to remain in the course. Enrollment in the course is an agreement to abide by and accept all terms. Any student may elect to drop or withdraw from this course before the end of the drop/add period. 
Online exams and quizzes within this course may require online proctoring. Therefore, students will be required to have a webcam (USB or internal) with a microphone when taking an exam or quiz. Students understand that this remote recording device is purchased and controlled by the student and that recordings from any private residence must be done with the permission of any person residing in the residence. 
To avoid any concerns in this regard, students should select private spaces for the testing. Students with concerns may discuss location of an appropriate space for the recordings with their instructor or advisor. 
Students must ensure that any recordings do not invade any third-party privacy rights and accept all responsibility and liability for violations of any third-party privacy concerns. 
Students are strictly responsible for ensuring that they take all exams using a reliable computer and high-speed internet connection. Setup information will be provided prior to taking the proctored exam. To use Honorlock, students are required to download and install the Honorlock Google Chrome extension. For additional information please visit the USF online proctoring student FAQ and Honorlock student resources. 

2. Import the required Honorlock student preparatory module into your course. This module is instrumental in ensuring that students are prepared for online proctoring and will prevent most issues. You can also download this module from Canvas Commons by searching "USF Honorlock." Or, send an email to facultysupport@usf.edu and input "Honorlock module" within the subject line.

3. Learn everything you need to know about Honorlock and online proctoring through our Honorlock Online Readiness Checklist (Canvas course). We will also facilitate live training sessions and you can connect with one of our experts in our Live Support.  

4. Verify with your students that they have access to a computer with the Chrome browser and can download the Honorlock extension. Additionally, if you plan to use any webcam dependent features (ID check or record student) you will need to verify that they have a webcam.

At a minimum, your students will need a computer with the Chrome browser and the Honorlock extension. If you are using webcam dependent features such as "ID verification" or "webcam recording" the students will be required  to have a camera (USB or internally mounted). Please note that Honorlock is not mobile compliant so students cannot take an exam through a cell phone, iPad, or any mobile device. 

Instructors may also setup an exam without webcam dependent settings. Setting up an exam with these options is covered within the Honorlock Online Proctoring Readiness Checklist.

No. Honorlock strictly adheres to FERPA guidelines and has established a number of provisions to ensure student privacy. For more information, please visit the Honorlock student privacy page.

Yes, you can exempt a student from an Honorlock exam. Instructions on how to do this can be found within the Honorlock Online Readiness Checklist.

No. You can conduct as many online proctored exams as required for the course. 

No. Honorlock is limited to USF Canvas created quizzes. However, it does support a variety of 3rd party platforms. For more information on Honorlock’s integration with 3rd party tools, please visit the Honorlock Online Readiness Checklist.

Students and faculty can connect with an Honorlock agent through chat, email, or phone 24/7 by visiting the Honorlock support page. Additionally, a direct link to the chat is available for students and faculty within the Honorlock section of your Canvas course.