Respondus LockDown Browser™ is a proctoring software application that UCM instructors have available to them for use in Blackboard.
View the RLDB Quick Start Guide for Instructors document to find information on using RLDB for assessments.
Helpful information to share with students if using Respondus LockDown Browswer
LockDown Browser + Webcam Requirement
This course requires the use of LockDown Browser and a webcam for online exams. The webcam can be the type that's built into your computer or one that plugs in with a USB cable.
Watch this brief video to get a basic understanding of LockDown Browser and the webcam feature.
https://www.respondus.com/products/lockdown-browser/student-movie.shtml
Download Instructions
Download and install LockDown Browser from this link:
https://download.respondus.com/lockdown/download.php?id=142735989
Once Installed
Start LockDown Browser
Log into Blackboard Learn
Navigate to the test
Note: You won't be able to access tests with a standard web browser. If this is tried, an error message will indicate that the test requires the use of LockDown Browser. Simply start LockDown Browser and navigate back to the exam to continue.
Guidelines
When taking an online test, follow these guidelines:
Ensure you're in a location where you won't be interrupted
Turn off all other devices (e.g. tablets, phones, second computers) and place them outside of your reach
Before starting the test, know how much time is available for it, and also that you've allotted sufficient time to complete it
Clear your desk or workspace of all external materials not permitted - books, papers, other devices
Remain at your computer for the duration of the test
If the computer, Wi-Fi, or location is different than what was used previously with the "Webcam Check" and "System & Network Check" in LockDown Browser, run the checks again prior to the exam
To produce a good webcam video, do the following:
Avoid wearing baseball caps or hats with brims
Ensure your computer or device is on a firm surface (a desk or table). Do NOT have the computer on your lap, a bed, or other surface where the device (or you) are likely to move
If using a built-in webcam, avoid readjusting the tilt of the screen after the webcam setup is complete
Take the exam in a well-lit room, but avoid backlighting (such as sitting with your back to a window)
Remember that 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
Getting Help
Several resources are available if you encounter problems with LockDown Browser:
The Windows and Mac versions of LockDown Browser have a "Help Center" button located on the toolbar. Use the "System & Network Check" to troubleshoot issues. If an exam requires you to use a webcam, also run the "Webcam Check" from this area
Respondus has a Knowledge Base available from support.respondus.com. Select the "Knowledge Base" link and then select "Respondus LockDown Browser" as the product. If your problem is with a webcam, select "Respondus Monitor" as your product
If you're still unable to resolve a technical issue with LockDown Browser, go to support.respondus.com and select "Submit a Ticket". Provide detailed information about your problem and what steps you took to resolve it
Respondus Publishing Workaround for Single Sign-On
View the Respondus Publishing Workaround for SSO document for directions
See Respondus LockDown Browser in action
Enroll in the UCM Proctoring Blackboard Organization to see how RLDB works
Login to Blackboard
Select Organizations from the menu on the Bb institutional page
Click on Organizational Catalog in the right-hand corner
Enter "UCM Proctoring" in the Search field
Click on the Organizational ID
Self-enroll in the organization