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Princeton mandates proctoring for in-person exams, upending 133 year precedent
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All in-person examinations at Princeton will be proctored starting July 1, marking the first significant change to the honor system since its establishment in 1893. This decision was made after a faculty vote requiring instructor supervision, with only one opposing vote.
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- Praise: The shift to proctored exams may restore integrity in the academic environment, addressing the alarming rates of cheating reported by students.
- Praise: Implementing proctoring could foster a culture of accountability, encouraging students to value their education and honor more seriously.
- Concern: The ease of cheating with modern technology, including AI, raises significant concerns about the effectiveness of traditional exam formats.
- Concern: The reliance on an honor system has proven ineffective, as evidenced by the high percentage of students who witness cheating but choose not to report it.