Final Benchmarks and Honorlock
All final cumulative Benchmark exams will require Honorlock, a browser-based examination integrity tool. Honorlock helps us protect the integrity and credibility of learning achievements by ensuring that all students complete assessments under the same secure, fair conditions—regardless of where or when they take their exams. Honorlock supports this commitment while respecting individual learning experience: exams remain open-book, students retain access to authorized course materials, and StraighterLine’s self-paced model provides continued flexibility.
What will students need to get started?
- A laptop or desktop computer (tablets/mobile devices not supported)
- Chrome browser with Honorlock extension installed (You will be prompted to install the extension on your device when you first access an Honorlock exam)
- Functional webcam for identity verification
- Valid government-issued photo ID
- Single monitor only (external monitors must be disconnected)
- Stable internet connection
The exam timer begins only after authentication is complete. All final Benchmark exams remain open-book, and students may access authorized course materials during the exam. However, please note: the exam timer will count down as students search for answers in the open-book course/notes. The exam timer cannot be paused once the exam has started.