Respondus Lockdown Browser and Monitor

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System Compatibility

Respondus LockDown Browser is compatible with:

Windows: 10, 8, 7
Mac: MacOS 10.15 to 10.12, OS X 10.11, OSX 10.10
iOS: 11.0+ (iPad only) – Instructor must enable access for each quiz
Chromebook- Instructor must enable access for each quiz

Respondus LockDown Browser and Monitor is available in the Library in pod A and B. The speakers are disabled on the computers in the library. You’ll need to go to the reference desk to borrow a pair of their headphones if needed.

What does Respondus LockDown Browser do?

Assessments are displayed full-screen and cannot be minimized or exited until the student submits it for grading
Removes the web browser menu and toolbar options, except for Back, Forward, Refresh and Stop
Prevents access to other applications including messaging, screen-sharing, virtual machines, and remote desktops
Disables printing and screen capture functions
Prevents copying and pasting anything to or from an assessment
Disables right-click menu options, function keys, keyboard shortcuts and task switching
Assessments that are set up for use with LockDown Browser cannot be accessed with other browsers

What does Respondus Monitor do?

All Lockdown Browser capabilities
Uses a student’s webcam to record and analyze student exam sessions
It can require students to show ID, do an Environment Check, and/or facial detection before and during the exam
Exams can be taken without advanced scheduling and without additional registration by the student
Flag instances of behaviors such as a student leaving the room, someone entering the room, and looking down at a book or a table, for the instructor to review. Once the exam session is complete, instructors are able to view flagged segments.