Trainee Work Assessment Mechanism and Prevention of Cheating & Identity Theft

Mechanism 1: Continuous Assessment

(Small weekly tests): The trainer conducts multiple short tests each week to monitor the students’ progress or difficulties in learning. Practical assignments such as preparing a two- or three-minute presentation—during which the student presents content that demonstrates their understanding of the educational material—are given. The scores earned in these tests contribute to the final evaluation of the students at the end of the training program. The instructor communicates with students who performed poorly on the weekly tests and provides additional support through tutoring or extra working hours. Students who feel supported in their learning are less likely to resort to cheating.

Mechanism 2: Integrity Pledge

Each test must begin with a pledge from the trainee not to cheat or seek external help; otherwise, their score for the test will be canceled. As an initial and final step in any online test, students are asked to confirm their adherence to academic integrity. Start each test with clear instructions: "You may use your book and notes during this test. Do not share your answers with anyone during or after the test. By clicking the 'Start' button, you agree to the following statement: 'I confirm that I am the designated student taking this test, and all the answers are entirely my own work.'" At the end, students are asked to confirm that they completed the answers by themselves. This process can encourage students to adopt integrity, particularly by reducing the pressure that often leads to cheating.

Mechanism 3: Essay Questions & Timed Submission

To ensure that students do not cheat, they must be given essay-type questions that require expressing opinions and analysis rather than merely recalling the educational content. The student is required to submit the test prepared using Google Forms within a predetermined time frame, and the camera must remain on throughout the test session so that the trainer can verify that the student is taking the test personally.