Respondus LockDown Browser is an academic integrity tool designed for proctored settings that can be required in order to complete a Moodle quiz. This browser creates an added level of security by limiting a user’s ability to print, access the internet and use other programs until the quiz is submitted. Quizzes designated to be taken with Respondus LockDown Browser cannot be accessed by any other internet browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, etc).
The use of Respondus LockDown Browser requires students to download this application to their personal computer or have access to a computer lab that is Respondus enabled. If students have security concerns relating to this application, you should refer them to the Respondus Privacy Statement.
TIP: If you are looking to activate LockDown Browser AND Respondus Monitor for an exam, this guide outlines the full process for enabling the Monitor functionality.
Resource links to share with students:
Student Installation Instructions for Lockdown Browser Students need to have LockDown Browser installed on their device in advance of taking the assessment.
Accessing a Moodle Quiz that requires Lockdown Browser for Students
Note: If the Respondus LockDown Browser block already appears in your course, go to the lower section: Requiring LockDown Browser for a Quiz.
Step 1: Turn on the Edit mode to see Add a block.
Step 2: In the pop-up, click Respondus LockDown Browser from list of blocks.
Note: Once selected, the page will automatically refresh and the new block will display on the right-hand side of your course.
The Respondus LockDown Browser block provides access to a dashboard with a list of all existing quizzes in your course. From this screen, you can then go to a menu of options for each quiz that can be used to require the use of Respondus LockDown Browser. You must manually activate the LockDown Browser separately for each quiz in your course.
Step 1: Locate the Respondus LockDown Browser block in your course and click Dashboard...
Step 2: Next to the desired quiz, click the Menu icon and select Settings from the drop-down menu.
Step 3: Click the radio button next to Require Respondus LockDown Browser for this exam.
Note: If you do not need advanced settings, skip to Step 6.
Step 4: To select additional options for the quiz click [+] Advanced settings.
Step 5: Click the checkbox to activate any desired advanced settings.
Step 6: Click Save and Close when finished.
Step 7: Verify the dashboard displays that LockDown Browser (and Monitor if enabled) is Required for the appropriate quiz.
Once inside the Quiz, you will see the text confirming it requires Respondus LockDown Browser.