The version of Lockdown Browser available in Rutgers Canvas and Sakai is different than the version from Rutgers Blackboard. If you need to use Lockdown Browser to take an exam or quiz in both Rutgers Blackboard and Canvas/Sakai, then you will need to install two versions of the application on your computer. The directions below assume you have the Blackboard version already installed on your computer

PC

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. Below are instructions to download Respondus LockDown Browser: 1. Access the quiz that needs to have Respondus enabled. Select the Download Respondus Lockdown Browser link. This will take you to the Respondus Lockdown Browser download page. If you are using a Windows operating system, select Install Now.

1. Follow the directions to download and install Lockdown Browser.
2. Select the option for a second institution.
3. Click Next.
4. In your Windows menu, you will now see two versions of Lockdown Browser.

Macintosh

• Download the latest Emory installer for Respondus LockDown Browser. Troubleshooting Respondus LockDown Browser. Blank screen during exam A blank screen indicates that the browser has lost connectivity with your institution's server, and the webpage cannot load into the browser. In most cases, you should be able to leave your exam, shut down.
• LockDown Browser integrates seamlessly with Blackboard, Brightspace, Canvas, Moodle, Sakai and Schoology. Over 1,500 institutions use LockDown Browser with their LMS, making it one of the leading third-party tools for learning systems.
• The version of Lockdown Browser available in Rutgers Canvas and Sakai is different than the version from Rutgers Blackboard. If you need to use Lockdown Browser to take an exam or quiz in both Rutgers Blackboard and Canvas/Sakai, then you will need to install two versions of.

1. Navigate to your Applications folder.
2. Locate your existing copy of Lockdown Browser.
3. Right-click to show the mouse menu.
4. Click Rename.
5. Rename the application to include version (Blackboard).
6. Follow the directions to download and install Lockdown Browser. You may opt to rename the second version for Canvas.

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

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• 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.

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.

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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

Check the Respondus server status.

CDE Links

Related Links

Contact CDE

Mailing Address:
PO Box 19201
Arlington, TX 76019-0027

Physical Address:
800 Greek Row Drive
Trinity Hall, 2^nd floor
Arlington, TX 76019-0027

Phone:
817-272-5727