Providing security for eLearning

This paper discusses the specific security requirements of Internet-based learning (eLearning). Two concrete solutions for improving the degree of security achievable are shown. First, a framework for secure testing is introduced. This framework prevents manipulation from the side of the students during learning thus allowing a reliable control of learning success. Second, solution presented deals with the problem of confidentiality and protection of copyright. By establishing a lifelong control of the copyright owner over his documents it prevents illegitimate access and redistribution. (C) 2002 Elsevier Science Ltd. All rights reserved.