51吃瓜

Respondus Lockdown Browser and Monitor

LockDown for Students                           

 

 

What is Respondus LockDown Browser?

LockDown Browser is a locked browser for use with quizzes in Brightspace. It prevents you from printing, copying, going to another URL, or accessing other applications during an assessment. If a Brightspace quiz requires that LockDown Browser be used, you will not be able to take the quiz with a standard web browser. LockDown Browser should only be used for taking Brightspace quizzes. It should not be used in other areas of Brightspace.

 

Beginning a Quiz

  1. Close all programs, unless one is used to connect you to the Internet.
  2. Log into Brightspace with a regular browser, select the course and navigate to the quiz.
  3. If LockDown Browser has not previously been installed, you will be prompted to download and install the browser.
  4. Return to the quiz and open it to launch LockDown Browser.
  5. If prompted to close a blocked program (e.g. screen capture, instant messaging), choose Yes.

Note: Once a test has been started with Respondus LockDown Browser, you cannot exit until the test has been submitted for grading.

Using With a Webcam (Respondus Monitor)

You may be required to use LockDown Browser with a webcam, which will record you during an online, nonproctored exam. (The webcam feature is sometimes referred to as 鈥淩espondus Monitor.鈥�) Your computer must have a functioning webcam and microphone. A broadband connection is also required. If a quiz requires LockDown Browser and a webcam, follow the steps in the previous section. At this point, the Startup Sequence for the webcam begins.

  • You will first need to review and agree to the Terms of Use.
  • The Webcam Check will confirm that your webcam and microphone are working properly.
  • The remaining steps of the Startup Sequence will depend on settings chosen by your instructor. Follow the instructions and note your progress along the left side of the screen.
  • If you encounter a problem, select the it鈥檚 not working link for troubleshooting tips and access to 24/7 Live Chat Help.

The quiz will begin after the Startup Sequence is complete. You cannot exit LockDown Browser until the quiz is submitted for grading.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

The Lockdown Browser and Monitor are free for students to use as they are managed by the 51吃瓜 Campus.

After following the instructions provided above, you should be prepared to take an exam using Lockdown Browser.  Your instructor should have a demo test so that you can check to make sure everything is working properly.

Operating Systems

  • Windows: 10, 11 (SE and S Mode versions are unsupported)
  • Mac: macOS 11 or higher
  • iOS: 12.0+ (iPad only)
  • ChromeOS: Latest version on their Long Term Support (LTS) channel

Memory and Storage

  • Windows: 300 MB permanent space on the hard drive
  • Mac: 400 MB permanent space on the hard drive

Browser Requirements

LockDown Browser is a client application that is installed to a local computer. Both the Windows edition and the Mac edition of the browser are based on Chromium, Google's open source framework. Students do NOT need Google's Chrome browser installed; nor will this version affect a Chrome browser that's already installed.

To take an online test, log into Brightspace with the browser of your choice, select the course and navigate to the quiz. If LockDown Browser has not previously been installed, you will be prompted to download and install the browser.  Alternatively, you can download it . If prompted to close a blocked program (e.g. screen capture, instant messaging), choose Yes.

 

Technical Support

If you have problems downloading, installing, or taking an assessment with Respondus LockDown Browser, you can contact your instructor or our help desk via email at distancelearning@farmingdale.edu or via phone at 934-420-5300. You can also visit the Respondus page to find answers to technical questions or to submit a ticket.

distance learning

Greenley Hall
934-420-5300
distancelearning@farmingdale.edu
Monday-Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm