LockDown Browser is a custom browser that locks down the testing environment within Blackboard. LockDown prevents academic integrity violations during exams by restricting access to other windows, tabs, and webpages until the test is submitted. It also disables certain keyboard shortcuts and prevents access to other applications.
What Restrictions Does Lockdown Offer?
Assessments 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 an assessment is prevented
Right-click menu options, function keys, keyboard shortcuts and task switching are disabled
An assessment cannot be exited until the student submits it for grading
Assessments that are set up for use with LockDown Browser cannot be accessed with other browsers
Who Can Use Respondus LockDown?
Respondus LockDown can be used in any Blackboard Course. It is recommended that instructors schedule a consultation session before deploying a Blackboard exam that uses LockDown. To schedule a consultation, please contact …
How Does Respondus LockDown Work?
You can access the Respondus settings from the Course Tools menu in your Blackboard course. You can enable Respondus for specific assessments from this settings page. This process is covered in more detail in the ……. page. Your students will then be prompted to download the LockDown Browser when they start their assessment on test day.
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