Schoology Lockdown Browser creates a secure testing environment within a Schoology Assessment.
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How do I use Schoology Lockdown Browser?
Schoology Lockdown Browser.mp4Setting up an assignment with Schoology Lockdown Browser takes just a few extra clicks! See the video above, or the written instructions on the right.
Note: if you have linked classes, you will need to complete these steps for each class.
How To_Schoology Lockdown Browser.pdfImportant Tips
The first time you use Schoology Lockdown Browser with a class, make sure it's a low stakes assignment. This will help avoid any confusion and stress if a student's device has a glitch that can't be worked through in the moment.
If a student is using a personal device (rather than a district device) inform them that they will have to either download the program to their personal device, or they will need to bring their district device to school on test days.
Inform the students ahead of time- some have restrictions on their personal devices that will not allow them to install a program without a parent passcode.
-Thanks to Edina Kecse-Nagy (MSHS) for this tip!
If a student has an error that says Screencastfy is preventing Schoology Lockdown Browser from working, have them remove the Screencastify extension from their browser, restart, and try again.
When setting up your assessment, choose "Lock Students into the Browser until the Exam is Complete" and create a password.
Don't give students the password until you can see that they are done with the exam. These steps will prevent students from accidentally clicking out of the exam (and therefore locking themselves out) before they are finished.
-Thanks to Eric Mitchell (TFMS) for this tip!
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