Schlechte Erfahrung im IU Fernstudium: Probleme mit der Online-Prüfung 🤬

Summary

In this video, Lennard shares his experience with his distance learning program at the European University (EU). While he has been mostly positive about the program and exams, he recounts a frustrating experience during a recent online exam. The issues arose from technical difficulties and misunderstandings during the proctoring process, which led to delays and stress, despite the exam itself going well. Lennard expresses his plans to adjust his setup for future exams and invites viewers to share their experiences with online exams, particularly those studying at EU or other universities.

Takeaways

• 😀 Lennard is generally satisfied with his Fernstudium (distance learning) experience at EU University.
• 😀 He had previously taken multiple online exams without any issues, which made him feel confident in the system.
• 😀 The main issue occurred during an online exam for the course 'Foundations of IT and ERP Systems.'
• 😀 Lennard encountered technical difficulties with the proctoring tool Exemity, especially related to his MacBook and external monitor setup.
• 😀 He was instructed by the proctor to remove his MacBook from the setup, despite using it as a desktop computer with the monitor attached.
• 😀 The delay in resolving the issue led to a 35-minute postponement before he could start the exam.
• 😀 Lennard experienced frustration due to poor communication with the proctor and delays in resolving the technical problems.
• 😀 Despite the technical disruptions, Lennard felt confident about his performance on the exam itself, especially with the multiple-choice questions.
• 😀 He advises other students to avoid using an external monitor during online exams to prevent similar issues in the future.
• 😀 Lennard emphasizes that while the exam system generally works well, the experience highlighted the importance of having clear guidelines and troubleshooting during online exams.

Q & A

What was Lennard's overall experience with his studies at EU University before the online exam issue?

Lennard had been very satisfied with his studies at EU University, with everything going smoothly, including grades and technical aspects. He had even made a positive video about his first semester experience.

What issue did Lennard face with the proctoring system during his online exam?

Lennard faced problems with the proctoring system when he was asked to move his MacBook away from his desk, despite explaining that it was connected to an external monitor and functioning like a desktop. This led to delays and miscommunication.

How did Lennard try to prepare his space for the online exam?

Lennard ensured his room was clear of unnecessary items, covered his MacBook, and only worked on the external monitor, thinking this setup would prevent any suspicion of cheating.

What was the proctor's response to Lennard's explanation about his MacBook setup?

The proctor did not fully understand Lennard's explanation and insisted that he remove the MacBook from the desk. Despite Lennard trying to clarify, the proctor was firm about the request.

What kind of delays did Lennard experience due to the technical issues?

Lennard experienced significant delays, as he had to wait for over 30 minutes, rearranging his workspace and waiting for the proctor to resolve the issue before he could begin the exam.

How did Lennard feel during the waiting period before starting the exam?

Lennard felt frustrated and nervous, especially since he had been already anxious about the exam and the delays added to his stress.

How did the exam itself go after the technical difficulties were resolved?

Once the exam began, Lennard completed the multiple-choice questions quickly. The open-ended questions were more challenging, but he managed them well, taking about 20-25 minutes to finish the exam.

What frustration did Lennard experience after finishing the exam?

After finishing the exam, Lennard was frustrated because the proctor did not respond to his notification that he had completed the exam, leaving him uncertain about whether his submission had been properly received.

How did Lennard handle the situation with the proctor at the end of the exam?

Lennard repeatedly informed the proctor that he was finished, but after not receiving any response, he decided to end the session and hang up the Zoom call, believing his exam had been submitted successfully.

What lesson did Lennard learn from this experience, and what advice did he offer to others?

Lennard learned that using a MacBook connected to an external monitor during an online exam can lead to complications with proctoring. He advised others to avoid this setup and recommended using only the MacBook itself for future online exams to avoid unnecessary stress.