Michael Laithangbam

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Michael Laithangbam

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Michael Laithangbam is a senior writer & editor at ProProfs with over 12 years of experience in enterprise software and eLearning. His expertise encompasses online training, web-based learning, quizzes & assessments, webinars, course development, LMS, and more. Michael's work has been featured in industry-leading publications such as G2, Software Advice, Capterra, and eLearning Industry. Connect with him on LinkedIn.

Articles by Michael Laithangbam

Remote Proctored Exams: How They Work, Types & Why You Need Them

Using unfair practices in exams is an age-old problem. But with the advancement of technology, cheating has taken a new form. Instances of students using their cell phones or other devices to cheat in schools have been documented. According to the computer security company, McAfee, 1 in 3 kids in the U.S. use cellphones or...
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10 Best iSpring Alternatives in 2026 for Creating Engaging Quizzes

I’ve worked with iSpring QuizMaker enough to see both its strengths and its limits. It handles structured assessments well, but the high cost, restricted free plan, lack of Mac support, and static quiz formats often leave users looking elsewhere. That’s why so many are now exploring iSpring alternatives. The best iSpring QuizMaker alternatives don’t just...
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Employee Training Assessment Guide: Train Smarter to Boost ROI

I’ve seen teams spend heavily on training, then point to completion rates as proof that it worked. If nothing changes on the floor, in the inbox, or on the scoreboard, that spend is just noise. That’s why I treat employee training assessment as a business discipline, not a formality. Done right, it helps you find...
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12 Best Exam Software Tools in 2026 for Secure, Scalable Testing

The best exam software should make high-stakes testing easier, not harder. But most searches lead you straight to a wall of identical feature lists, and it’s easy to assume the tools are all roughly the same. They’re not. I’ve seen crashed sessions during high-stakes exams, AI proctoring flags that derail students at a glance, and...
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What Is an Informal Assessment? Benefits, Types, and Examples

When we hear “informal,” we often think of something simple, relaxed, and friendly. This idea also applies to informal assessments in education and training. Informal assessments are like casual observations. They can be incredibly valuable for understanding how students or employees are learning.  They are quick, give immediate feedback, need minimal planning, and help you...
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Role of Online Assessments in Creating Learning Pathways

Online assessments are revolutionizing learning by making it more measurable and actionable.  They can play a significant role in learning paths. How? You can add online tests or assessments at the end of each chapter to track learner progress and make them mandatory for learners to pass each test to unlock the next chapters. By...
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I Tested 11 Best Test Maker Software Tools So You Can Skip Straight to the Right One

I’ve built compliance tests, onboarding quizzes, and hiring assessments. I’ve also watched colleagues pick the wrong test maker software, realize it mid-program, and quietly suffer through it. The problem is never the interface. It’s always something you didn’t think to test before committing: question banking, proctoring that actually locks a browser, reports that show more...
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Remote Assessments: Guide to Recruiting the Best Remote Workers

With more and more people wanting to work from the comfort of their homes, the hybrid work model is expected to grow to 81% by 2024.  Shocking? Not so much. In fact, 6 out of 7 managers think dynamic teams, including remote workers, will become the norm. Given remote work is here to stay, we...
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Pre-Employment Finance Test: Definition, Purpose, Types, and Benefits

Employees working in the financial sector are mostly in charge of managing company finances, conducting market research, and making crucial decisions that are profitable for an organization while minimizing risks. Also, organizations in this sector face the challenges of keeping up with evolving customer needs, technology breakthroughs, and changing regulations. Therefore, firms must recruit the...
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