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Academic tool to supervise students

Student Respondus Lockdown Browser Download

Respondus LockDown Browser is an online proctoring software that is used in the education field to monitor students while they take tests. A free trial is available. Both students and teachers will need to download the app to use the program to take exams online and to review test results.

Follow the instructions below to on how to download the Respondus Lockdown Browser. Log into the Canvas website. Click the Courses icon in Canvas menu and select All Courses. Click the Browse More Courses button. Click the Join This Course button under the course name Lockdown Browser for Students. Click the Enroll in Course button.

  • 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.
  • LockDown Browser ® is a custom browser that locks down the testing environment within a learning management system, such as Canvas and Schoology. Used at over 2,000 educational institutions, LockDown Browser is the top choice of educators for securing online exams in classrooms or proctored environments.
  • Respondus LockDown Browser works on both Windows and Macintosh computers. Downloading and installing Respondus LockDown Browser. Go to your Canvas course site and click the quiz link. Click Take the Quiz. Click Download Respondus LockDown Browser. This takes you to the Respondus web site. Click Install Now. This will download a.zip archive.
  • This comprehensive training webinar is intended for instructors who plan to use LockDown Browser and/or Respondus Monitor with online exams. The session provides a detailed demonstration of both applications, including new enhancements that make Respondus Monitor even more effective and easy to use.

Honorlock, Proctorio, and MonitorEDU are alternative remote proctoring services. Honorlock has the most artificial intelligence integrated into the utility. All of the applications will prevent students from leaving the examination by locking the browser. Additionally, the apps include identity verification.

What does Respondus LockDown Browser do?

Respondus LockDown Browser is an AI proctor that puts an online assessment into full-screenmode. You cannot minimize the window. The standard menus and toolbars are removed. Only the back, forward, refresh and stop keys are available to press during the examination. Your entire computer and laptop are affected.

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You cannot use the mouse or trackpad to right-click nor keyboard to do shortcuts. Your function keys will not work. Respondus only lets you exit an assessment after you submit your answers to be graded. The copy and paste commands are shut off while tests are in session. You cannot open new tabs in the Respondus browser.

The academic service will prohibit testers from using the internet for alternative purposes, aside from the test. Respondus stays current with trends to make sure that remote devices, screen sharing, and virtual machines are inaccessible. You cannot use applications while Respondus LockDown Browser is running. Emails and instant messaging systems are blocked. Your printer will be inaccessible during the exams.

The LockDown Browser will not let you do screen capture. A test that is programmed to run with Respondus LockDown will not run in another browser. The Respondus package is compatible with learning management systems. Blackboard Learn and Canvas are popular e-learning programs that work with the LockDown Browser. You can log in to begin proctored exams once Respondus is integrated into your LMS.

Does Respondus LockDown Browser record you?

Respondus Monitor syncs with your webcam. The software will record students that are required to use a webcam during the exams. The recording will be available for the teacher to review after the assessment sessions. You will need to go through a series of steps to set up your camera. The setup process will require you to take pictures and recordings.

How does Respondus LockDown Browser detect cheating?

You will need to present your ID and your microphone will be used during the online testing period. You may need to show a 360-degree view of your immediate environment. Artificial intelligence will score the videos based on a visual rating. Your movements will determine the rating. Your video recording will be rated as either high, medium, or low integrity.

While the videos are taken to prevent cheating, the invasive nature causes concerns for security. Artificial intelligence can mistake innocent movements for dishonest actions. Students are encouraged not to look around nor down. An element of trust is needed for students to willingly show their personal setting to a technology company and educators.

The privacy policy does state that certain information is shared with partners. Respondus LockDown Browser is available on Mac and Microsoft Windows PC devices. You can install the package on Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, and Windows 10 operating systems. You can view updates to the software and privacy policy on the official website.

Can you cheat with Respondus LockDown Browser?

Respondus LockDown Browser is a technology that is ultimately not as creative as a human being. Unfortunately, the app isn't cheat-proof as there is software available that lets students cheat while using the LockDown Browser. There are even online tutorials available that teach you how to cheat on Respondus LockDown Browser.

Our take

Respondus LockDown Browser is a virtual surveillance solution. The system is used for both remote and campus testing. The LockDown Browser delivers the same functionality for home and campus test sessions. A common issue with the software is that the Respondus Monitor will incorrectly flagstudent behavior as suspicious.

Should you download it?

No. The Respondus Monitor is considered to be an extreme component of the LockDown Browser package since the tech company can watch the test takers and their environments. Additionally, the privacy policy claims that information is shared with third parties.

Highs

  • Prohibits apps
  • Cross platform
  • Locks the browser

Respondus Lockdown Browser Student Download Canvas Login

Lows

  • Untrustworthy AI
  • Unclear privacy policy
  • Students can get past restrictions

Respondus LockDown Browserfor Windows

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Respondus Lockdown Browser + Monitor

Respondus Lockdown Browser Student Download Canvas App

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.

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.

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