Cheating on online exams has become more common as more and more people have access to technology that can help them get away with it.

Students often use text messaging, video chat, or even virtual private networks (VPNs) to gain an unfair advantage. They search for answers or get help from others online.

Besides, many students take screenshots of exam questions and post them in online forums. So it is easy for other students to find the answers.

This kind of cheating is especially difficult to detect because there are often no physical barriers.  [Read more…]