I've always been led to believe that we could not search students, and so
shouldn't use it as a threat.
On the occasions where we have suspected a student to have hidden notes
about their person, they have been removed from the room and asked to empty
their pockets. If nothing appears, then they continue the exam, but an
invigilator, or another member of staff called in, watches them for the rest
of the exam.
Usually, such students are also watched in future exams, normally by a
"hidden" member of staff.
It's a legal minefield!
Derek.
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Derek Ord
Head of Student Administrative Services
University of Hull
(01482) 465980
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From: Admin-student [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Chris
Garrod
Sent: 28 June 2006 14:24
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Subject: Searching students during exams
I would be very interested to hear whether any institution reserves the
right to, or actually, searches students in/during examinations.
Here at Loughborough we are very vigilant in detecting Academic Misconduct
during examinations and are always looking for ways to improve our
practices. I am concerned that students could conceal notes about their
person and go to the toilet during the examination to read them.
I am sure this is a very contentious issue and would be interested in
hearing peoples views regarding the legality of searching students. From my
point of view, even the threat of searching could be enough to deter
individuals from cheating in this manner.
Any comments would be most welcome.
Thanks,
Chris Garrod
Administrative Officer (Student Office)
Freedom of Information and Records Manager
Admin 2, Loughborough University
LE11 3TU, Leics, UK
Tel: +44 (0)1509 222483
Web: http://www.lboro.ac.uk/
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