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The disadvantage of using proctoring programs is Accessed September 22, 2020. https://wordpress-1182231-4152295.cloudwaysapps.com/accredi
that students’ computers or electronic devices must tation-information/accreditation-standards-2021/
be equipped with the required software including 4. VERT – the flight simulator for linacs. Vertual. Accessed
web cameras. The program or sponsoring institution September 21, 2020. https://www.vertual.co.uk/products/vert/
might have to provide electronic devices for students 5. Kennedy K, Nowak S, Raghuraman R, Thomas J, Davis S.
Academic dishonesty and distance learning: student and faculty
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Although distance learning exams come with strict 6. Integrity in online testing: excerpts for a panel session.
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As more medical imaging and radiation therapy 8. Anecdotal evidence: 10 points for cheating. Respondus.
programs are implementing distance learning pro- Accessed September 18, 2020. https://web.respondus.com
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grams, there is an increased use of simulated learning
for radiologic procedures and examinations. Variations
to online learning include methods designed to revise
instructional methodology and traditional teach-
ing pedagogy to help shape education that can better
serve students. However, it is imperative that integrity
and quality instruction be maintained according to
JRCERT Standards.

Lisa F Schmidt, PhD, R.T.(R)(M), CRT(R), serves on
the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic
Technology board of directors and is the radiography
program director for Pima Medical Institute in
Chula Vista, California.
Mahsa Dehghanpour, EdD, CMD, serves on the
JRCERT board of directors and is the medical dosimetry
program director for The University of Texas MD Anderson
Cancer Center in Houston.

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