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Summary

Respondus Lockdown Browser is a secure browser for taking tests in BlackboardCanvas. This article explains how to install Lockdown and launch an exam.

Lockdown prevents printing, copying, going to another URL, or accessing other applications during the exam. Exams that use Respondus Lockdown cannot be accessed with a standard web browser.

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assessments that use Canvas' “Classic Quizzes” tool.

Note: If your course uses Canvas' New Quizzes tool, refer the the directions for using Respondus LockDown Browser with New Quizzes instead. If you’re not sure which quiz tool is used in your course, please verify with your instructor.

Instructions

  1. If you have not yet done so, download and install Lockdown Browser from this link: https://download.respondus.com/

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  1. lockdown/download.php?id=497143110

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Mac users may be prompted to grant permission for Lockdown Browser to restrict access to certain features on your computer while you take an exam. Follow the on-screen prompts to grant the necessary permissions.

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Taking A Test

Lockdown Browser is a client-based application. It does not collect information about the user. More information is available on the Respondus Website. Respondus Monitor is not currently used at Boise State.

  1. Close all open programs.

  2. Locate the “Lockdown Browser” shortcut on the desktop and double-click it. (For Mac users, find “Lockdown Browser” in the LaunchPad or your Applications folder.If prompted to choose a server, select BB Learn BSU

    1. Mac users may be prompted to approve system permissions for Lockdown Browser. Follow the on-screen prompts to grant the necessary permissions.

  3. Lockdown may prompt you to close specific programs that are running on your computer (e.g., instant messaging, other browsers, etc.). You can close these programs by choosing “Close Applications” on the prompt message.

  4. The default landing page for Lockdown Browser is the My Boise State portal. Log into your account and access BlackboardCanvas.

  5. Navigate to the test within the your course and select Begin Examclick the Take the Quiz button.

  6. The test will then start (once a test has been started with Respondus Lockdown Browser, you cannot exit until the Submit button is clicked).

Exam Guidelines

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Select a location where you won't be interrupted before starting the test, know how much time is available for it and that you've allotted sufficient time to complete it. 

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Turn off all mobile devices, phones, etc. and don't have them within reach. Clear your area of all external materials — books, papers, other computers, or devices.

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Remain at your desk or workstation for the duration of the test.

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Lockdown Browser will prevent you from accessing other websites or applications; you will be unable to exit the test until all questions are completed and submitted.

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  1. now begin. LockDown Browser cannot be closed until the quiz is submitted.

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