What are Respondus LockDown Browser® and Monitor®?
LockDown Browser and Respondus Monitor are tools used to maintain the integrity of online exams in an online testing environment.
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LockDown Browser®
- Locks down the testing environment in TCU Online.
- Prevents access to other websites, apps, copy/paste, or printing while taking a quiz.
- Students must download and launch it before starting the exam.
Note: In order to use LockDown Browser, students must have the ability to install programs on the computer they will be using. Students may take a test with an iPad if instructors enable that option within Advanced Settings (step 5). Chromebook may be used by test takers via the Chrome Lockdown Browser Extension.
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Respondus Monitor®
- Works with LockDown Browser (can’t be used alone).
- Uses a webcam and microphone to record students during the online assessment process.
- Ideal for non-proctored or remote testing environments
Instructors can enable Monitor within the Quizzes tool in TCU Online, along with LockDown Browser. When enabled, students are required to use a webcam and microphone with LockDown Browser.