When working with computer-based test, a digital platform that delivers exam questions and records answers electronically. Also known as CBT, it replaces paper sheets in schools, certification bodies, and hiring processes. The rise of online assessment, assessment delivered via the internet on any device has turned CBT into a default choice for fast‑track learning. Exam proctoring, the practice of monitoring test‑takers through cameras or AI now backs most CBTs, ensuring that the right person is taking the right exam. Meanwhile, test security, measures that protect question banks and prevent cheating keeps the whole system trustworthy. In short, a computer‑based test encompasses online assessment, requires secure proctoring, and depends on robust test security to work reliably.
Today, anyone can set up a CBT in minutes thanks to cloud‑based exam software. That speed means certification bodies can roll out new credentials faster, and universities can offer hybrid courses without waiting for printed materials. But speed brings challenges – if the question pool leaks, the whole credential loses value. That’s why test security influences exam credibility: encryption, timed releases, and real‑time monitoring all play a part. At the same time, digital certification, official proof of skill earned through an online exam has become a marketable badge on LinkedIn profiles, making reliable CBTs a career booster for many. E‑learning platforms now host CBTs as part of larger learning journeys, linking course completion directly to a certification exam. This creates a seamless loop: e‑learning delivers content, CBT tests knowledge, proctoring guarantees integrity, and digital certification validates the outcome.
All these pieces – online assessment, proctoring, security, and certification – are intertwined, shaping a landscape that changes every few months. Below you’ll find a curated collection of recent stories that show how organizations across Africa and beyond are dealing with these shifts, from new regulations to innovative software rollouts. Dive in to see real‑world examples, learn what works, and pick up tips you can apply to your own testing strategy.
