Respondus Lockdown Browser
Respondus LockDown Browser prevents a user from printing, copying, going to another URL, or accessing other applications during a Blackboard assessment. If an online exam or assessment requires that Respondus LockDown Browser be used, the exam won’t be accessible with a standard web browser.
Respondus LockDown Browser provides a custom interface for the Windows Internet Explorer software that is already installed on a computer. It does not modify an existing copy of Internet Explorer, but rather, installs a separate program that displays a custom interface and set of features. Respondus LockDown Browser uses the same security features and service packs that are currently installed for Internet Explorer. Installing Respondus LockDown Browser won't modify your current version of Internet Explorer in any way.
Respondus LockDown Browser is installed on every lab computer on the ASU campus, and is available for download so students can use it on their personal computers as well. Download instructions and the installation file can be found at http://blackboard.angelo.edu/ldb. This is also the page where you students will go to download and use the LDB.
Instructor Resources
Videos
These videos were produced by Respondus to show how to use their product.
- Introduction to the Lockdown Browser demonstrates the browser. Note: You must use Internet Explorer to view this video.
- Creating a New Exam shows how to create a new exam that requires the LDB.
- Updating an Existing Exam shows how to update an existing exam to use the Respondus LockDown Browser.
Handouts
These printable handouts contain reference information for the LDB:
- The Instructor Quick Start Guide explains how to prepare an exam for the LDB. It also contains instructions for your students to install and use the LDB.
- The External Link Tutorial shows how to add a link in your Blackboard course to the Respondus LockDown Browser download page.
- The Student Quick Start Guide can be printed out and given to students. It explains how to install the LDB and how to use it to take a test.