A secure testing system utilizing a test taker's own notebook computer
with a small portable/removable uniquely identified drive element (USB
flash drive, SD card and the like) being plugged into the computer port
(USB, card reader, etc.). The drive is pre-programmed with lock-out
software activated with test taker log in, and preprogrammed exams or
examination generations software. The drive and examination software are
configured for multiple choice selection and text entry for essay
answers. With exam completion the drives are removed with restoration of
computer function. The individual drives are collected and connected to
multiple reading ports for automatic reading and grading of multiple
choice question answers and manual checking of text answers. The exams,
with identification of disk drives and test taker are downloaded to an
archive server and the drives are wiped clean for re-use. Test results
and comments are sent via e-mail to the test taker.