Using Respondus Lockdown Browser

What is Respondus LockDown Broswer?

This application is a custom browser that locks down the testing environment within Blackboard and WebCT. When students use Respondus LockDown Browser they are unable to print, copy, go to another URL, or access other applications. When an assessment is started, students are locked into it until they submit it for grading. To learn more about this product, visit http://www.respondus.com/

How do I Setup Respondus LockDown Broswer?

To access Respondus LockDown Browser look under Control Panel.  Then choose Course Tools and finally Respondus LockDown Browser.

Respondus Lockdown Browser then displays all of the tests currently contained in that course.  You then have the option of making that test only available via Respondus Lockdown Browser.   

Be sure to make the download link for the browser available to students.  If they use a non-UDC computer, they must install the software to access the test.  

Modify Settings for Desired Tests

REPEAT AS NEEDED FOR OTHER TESTS.

This video demonstrates Respondus Lockdown Browser to Students:

Other Useful Links:

-          Quick Start Guides for using Respondus LockDown Browser

-          Respondus LockDown Browser Demo Movies for Training

-          Frequently Asked Questions about LockDown Browser

-          The Administrator Area of Respondus.com – product download information for admin and support contacts (requires login)

-          Information sheet: 10 Reasons to Use Respondus LockDown Browser

Finally, if you have any technical questions about LockDown Browser, please don’t hesitate to open a support ticket at http://www.respondus.com/esupport .