How Respondus LockDown Browser Works. Assessments are displayed full-screen and cannot be minimized. Browser menu and toolbar options are removed, except for Back, Forward, Refresh and Stop. Prevents access to other applications including messaging, screen-sharing, virtual machines, and remote desktops. Printing and screen capture functions are.
- Locate the 'Install Respondus LockDown Browser xxxxxxxxx.pkg' to start the actual LockDown Browser installer. Accept all the default prompts to install LockDown Browser. Go to Finder-Applications and double click on the 'LockDown Browser' icon (a world globe with padlock) to start LockDown Browser.
- LockDown Browser is a custom browser that locks down the testing environment in Canvas. When students use LockDown Browser to access a quiz, they are unable to print, copy, visit other websites, access other applications, or close a quiz until it is submitted for grading. Quizzes created for use with LockDown Browser cannot be accessed with.
Respondus Lockdown Browser + Monitor
Lockdown Browser is a custom browser that locks down the testing environment in Canvas. Monitor is an additional feature that may be used in conjunction with Lockdown Browser. Monitor requires students use a webcam to record their testing session. Instructors may review Monitor videos following student exams.
Students are required to download and install Lockdown Browser on their personal computers. Please add the download link to your syllabus if you intend to use Lockdown Browser in your course. Create an ungraded practice quiz in your course so students may test their system with Lockdown Browser prior to completing a graded exam.
Instructor Live Proctoring
- Instructor Live Proctoring has been tested and will work with Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Google Meet, but any web-based video conferencing system should work.
- Students can use the lockdown browser for Windows, Mac, or the new Chromebook Extension.
- Lockdown Browser for iPad does not directly support this option, but similar results can be achieved if a second device is used.
- Students should have the latest version of the lockdown browser.
- Live Proctoring and Respondus Monitor cannot be used at the same time.
- Only recommended for small classes as the instructor must:
- manage the logistics of getting students logged into the video conference system,
- take attendance,
- watch students during the exam,
- and track whether students leave the video conferencing session.
- This can be challenging if the class size is more than 20-25 students.
Install Respondus Lockdown Browser
For more information, please see the following resources.
- Instructor Live Proctoring with LockDown Browser (Video Introduction)
Student Edition
Students may download Lockdown Browser for their personal computers using UTA's unique link.
Lab Edition
A special version of Lockdown Browser is available for use in computer lab settings. Lab Administrators may submit a Service Now request for CDE to obtain the most recent version.
Respondus 4.0
Respondus 4.0 is a powerful tool for creating and managing exams that can be printed to paper or published directly to Canvas. Exams can be created offline using a familiar Windows environment, or moved from one LMS to another. Whether you are a veteran of online testing or relatively new to it, Respondus will save you hours on each project.
To download the software to your computer and review additional information, please visit the Respondus 4.0 course on Canvas.
Support
Respondus provides knowledge-base and ticket-based support for faculty and students. Additionally, 24/7 chat-based support is available for students when testing using Monitor. The chat link is available within the Help Center in Lockdown Browser.
Respondus Status
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