Invigilation: meaning, definitions and examples

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invigilation

 

[ ɪnˌvɪdʒ.ɪˈleɪ.ʃən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

educational oversight

Invigilation refers to the act of supervising students during an examination to ensure that they adhere to the rules and regulations. It typically involves overseeing the testing environment to prevent cheating and to maintain the integrity of the examination process.

Synonyms

monitoring, observation, supervision.

Examples of usage

  • The teacher was responsible for the invigilation of the final exams.
  • She felt nervous during the invigilation, aware of the strict monitoring.
  • Invigilation procedures are important to uphold academic standards.

Translations

Translations of the word "invigilation" in other languages:

🇵🇹 supervisão

🇮🇳 निगरानी

🇩🇪 Aufsicht

🇮🇩 pengawasan

🇺🇦 нагляд

🇵🇱 nadzór

🇯🇵 監視

🇫🇷 supervision

🇪🇸 supervisión

🇹🇷 gözetim

🇰🇷 감독

🇸🇦 مراقبة

🇨🇿 dozor

🇸🇰 dozor

🇨🇳 监视

🇸🇮 nadzor

🇮🇸 eftirlit

🇰🇿 бақылау

🇬🇪 დაკვირვება

🇦🇿 nəzarət

🇲🇽 supervisión

Etymology

The term 'invigilation' is derived from the Latin word 'vigilare,' which means 'to keep watch or be alert.' This Latin root emphasizes the act of overseeing and monitoring, which is central to the concept of invigilation. The use of the word in the context of exams became more prominent in English around the 19th century, corresponding with the rise of formalized education systems and standardized testing practices. The function of invigilators is crucial in maintaining fairness and integrity during examinations, thereby reinforcing the idea that education systems must be safeguarded against malpractice.