Respondus LockDown Browser & Monitor
Respondus LockDown Browser is a custom browser that locks down the testing environment within Blackboard Learn to help prevent online test-takers from accessing applications and websites on their computers. The LockDown Browser, which is designed for proctored settings, also prevents printing and copying the while the test is running.
With LockDown Browser, students no longer have access to normal browser features which can potentially crash a test (e.g. resizing a window, refreshing the page, switching to another application). Students are locked into the test until the test is submitted for grading.
To use LockDown Browser, students must download and install the NCAT-specific version of the LocKDown Browser on their personal computer. Chromebook users must add the extension to the Chrome browser. The software cannot be used on mobile phones. Faculty can setup the LockDown Browser by accessing the dashboard from within a Blackboard course. If you are planning to administer online tests in Blackboard, you should consider using the Respondus LockDown Browser.
Software Download for Students
Installation Instructions for Chromebook Users
Resources for Faculty and Students
**ALEKS requires a custom version of LockDown Browser. Students will be prompted to install this version upon assignment initiation OR download the software ahead of time following this link: Respondus in ALEKS
**Respondus in ALEKS is not available for Chromebooks nor is it currently available in campus labs.
Respondus Monitor
Respondus Monitor is a companion tool to Respondus LockDown Browser that allows instructors to monitor students taking tests via webcam recordings. When Respondus Monitor is required, students use their own computer and webcam to record exam sessions. Instructors use the same Blackboard test options as usual with the added benefit of having access to full video and audio recording of test attempts for review.
Instructors use Respondus Monitor and Respondus LockDown Browser to address issues of student identity and cheating during non-proctored assessments. To take a test using Respondus Monitor, students must use a microphone and webcam, and they must have Respondus LockDown Browser installed on their computer.
Software Download for Students
Installation Instructions for Chromebook Users
Resources for Faculty and Students
Understanding Respondus Monitor Proctoring Results
Respondus Technical Support
