

Functions such as printing, screenshotting, keyboard shortcuts and copy pasting are all disabled.Prevents access to other websites or applications including messaging and screen-sharing.It can be enabled in any Canvas course and works for any kind of Quiz, including languages other than English. Respondus LockDown Browser is an easy to use custom browser that increases the security and integrity of Canvas Quizzes by restricting students from navigating out of Canvas or accessing any other applications taking the quiz. 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.Respondus LockDown Browser increases the security and integrity of Canvas Quizzes by preventing students from accessing external resources during the quiz. Read this required LockDown Browser guide. View the system requirements for LockDown Browser.

Watch this short video to get a basic understanding of LockDown Browser and the optional webcam feature (which may be required for some exams).

This course requires the use of LockDown Browser for online exams. Put the following sample text in your syllabus to prepare students to take exams using the Lockdown Browser: 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.Ĥ. Create an ungraded, practice quiz for students. Watch a brief video tutorial and read through this article.ģ. Contact the ITS Service Desk at We’ll enable Respondus for your course.Ģ. Want your Canvas course enabled for Respondus? Follow these steps:ġ. If this sample quiz is not available in your Canvas course, talk to your instructor. You will not be able to take the actual test until you have completed this step. You MUST complete this sample quiz on the laptop you plan to use to take the actual test. Faculty will create a sample quiz for you to complete. Mac Users: if you’re asked to update the LockDown Browser, ignore this request and reinstall from the link above instead.Ģ. Check with your instructor if you don’t have a Mac or Windows laptop. No Linux, iPad, Chromebook, or Android support at this time. Download and install the LockDown Browser on the computer you will use when taking tests in class ONLY from the link below.
