What is LockDown Browser and Respondus Monitor?
LockDown Browser is a locked browser for taking testsin Blackboard Learn. It prevents students from printing, copying, going to another URL, or accessing other applications during a test. If a Blackboard test requires that LockDown Browser be used, students will not be able to take the test with a standard web browser.
You may be required to use LockDown Browser with a webcam, which will record you during an online exam. The webcam feature is sometimes referred to as “Respondus Monitor.” Your computer must have a functioning webcam and microphone. A broadband connection is also required.
How LockDown Browser Works
- Tests are displayed full-screen and cannot be minimized.
- Browser menu and toolbar options are removed, except for Back, Forward, Refresh and Stop.
- Prevents access to other applications including messaging, screen-sharing, virtual machines, and remote desktops.
- Printing and screen capture functions are disabled.
- Copying and pasting anything to or from a test is prevented.
- Right-click menu options, function keys, keyboard shortcuts and task switching are disabled.
- A test cannot be exited until the student submits it for grading.
- Tests that are set up for use with LockDown Browser cannot be accessed with other browsers.