Respondus LockDown Browser

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Students:

A few days before your first test:

1. Download and install the LockDown Browser on the computer you will use when taking tests in class ONLY from the link below. 

LockDown Browser
 

No Linux, iPad, Chromebook, or Android support at this time. Check with your instructor if you don’t have a Mac or Windows laptop. 

Mac Users: if you’re asked to update the LockDown Browser, ignore this request and reinstall from the link above instead. 

2. Faculty will create a sample quiz for you to complete. You MUST complete this sample quiz on the laptop you plan to use to take the actual test. You will not be able to take the actual test until you have completed this step. If this sample quiz is not available in your Canvas course, talk to your instructor. 

Faculty

Want your Canvas course enabled for Respondus? Follow these steps:

1. Contact the ITS Service Desk at servicedesk@nursing.upenn.edu. We’ll enable Respondus for your course.

2.  Watch a brief video tutorial and read through this article.

3. Create an ungraded, practice quiz for students. Make sure the quiz is accessible for the length of the course so students can test the LockDown Browser again if they need to use a different computer.

4. Put the following sample text in your syllabus to prepare students to take exams using the Lockdown Browser:

Using LockDown Browser for Online Exams This course requires the use of LockDown Browser for online exams. Watch this short video to get a basic understanding of LockDown Browser and the optional webcam feature (which may be required for some exams). View the system requirements for LockDown Browser. Read this required LockDown Browser guide. The guide will explain the steps you must take to 1) install LockDown, 2) complete Duo Authentication/Two-Step, and 3) navigate to the exam. When taking an online exam, follow these guidelines: Ensure you’re in a location where you won’t be interrupted Clear your desk of all external materials - books, papers, other computers, or devices - unless otherwise instructed Remain at your desk or workstation for the duration of the test LockDown Browser will prevent you from accessing other websites or applications; be sure all questions are complete and submitted before exiting the test

 

Need more help? Visit the Respondus Knowledge Base or e-mail the Service Desk at servicedesk@nursing.upenn.edu.