VIDEO: Introduction to Respondus LockDown Browser for Students (3 min.)
Respondus is an online proctoring solution to enhance the integrity and security of assessments created and given in Canvas and ensure a fair testing environment for all students.
If Respondus is required for a Canvas Quiz you’ve been assigned to complete, you’ll see one of the following phrases in the Quiz title:
- Requires Respondus LockDown Browser: You must complete the assessment through the LockDown Browser
- Requires Respondus LockDown Browser + Webcam: You must complete the assessment through the LockDown Browser and will be recorded via webcam.
Taking a Canvas Quiz that Requires Respondus LockDown Browser
Taking a Canvas Quiz that Requires Respondus LockDown Browser + Webcam
Taking a Canvas Quiz that Requires LockDown Browser
Before you begin, make sure you:
- Are using a desktop or laptop computer (NOT a phone or tablet)
- Have the ability to download software on your computer
- Have closed all other browsers and applications on your computer
Preparing your Computer
Completing a Canvas Quiz with LockDown Browser
Getting Help
Preparing Your Computer to use LockDown Browser
Before you begin, make sure you:
- Are using a desktop or laptop computer (NOT a phone or tablet)
- Have the ability to download software on your computer
- Have closed all other browsers and applications on your computer
STEP 1: Download and Install LockDown Browser for University of Dayton
If you previously installed Respondus LockDown Browser for use at another school, you’ll need to delete it and re-install from the links above.
STEP 2: Complete a practice assessment using LockDown Browser
Your instructor should provide a non-graded assessment with unlimited attempts using LockDown Browser so you can practice using this browser before completing a graded assessment.
Completing a Canvas Quiz that Requires Respondus LockDown Browser
Before you begin:
- Clear your workspace of all prohibited materials (e.g., books, papers, other electronic devices)
- Confirm the testing time limit and make sure you’ve allocated enough time to complete it.
- If the computer, internet connection, or location is different from what you tested in LockDown Browser’s "System & Network Check", run the checks again before starting the Canvas Quiz
Completing the Canvas Quiz:
- Launch LockDown Browser
- Navigate to canvas.udayton.edu and login with your UD username and password
- Navigate to the Canvas assessment you need to complete
- Remain at your computer for the duration of the test
- Do not exit the test until you’ve completed and submitted all questions
Taking a Canvas Quiz that Requires LockDown Browser + Webcam
Preparing your Computer
Completing a Canvas Quiz with LockDown Browser + Webcam
Getting Help
Preparing Your Computer to use LockDown Browser + Webcam
Before you begin, make sure you:
- Are using a desktop or laptop computer (NOT a phone or tablet)
- Have the ability to download software on your computer
- Have closed all other browsers and applications on your computer
- Have a working webcam
STEP 1: Download and Install LockDown Browser for University of Dayton
If you previously installed Respondus LockDown Browser for use at another school, you’ll need to delete it and re-install from the links above.
STEP 2: Confirm you have a functioning webcam
Both integrated and USB webcams are acceptable.
STEP 3: Complete a practice assessment using LockDown Browser
Your instructor should provide a non-graded assessment with unlimited attempts using LockDown Browser so you can practice using this browser before completing a graded assessment.
Completing a Canvas Quiz that Requires Respondus LockDown Browser + Webcam
Before you begin:
- Choose a location where you feel comfortable being video recorded
- Clear your workspace of all prohibited materials (e.g., books, papers, other electronic devices)
- Confirm the testing time limit and make sure you’ve allocated enough time to complete it.
- If the computer, internet connection, or location is different from what you tested in LockDown Browser’s "Webcam Check" and "System & Network Check", run the checks again before starting the Canvas Quiz
Capturing an acceptable webcam video:
- Avoid wearing baseball caps or hats with brims
- Place your computer on a firm surface (NOT your lap, a bed, or any other easily movable surface)
- Avoid readjusting the tilt of the screen once the webcam setup is complete
- Take the exam in a well-lit room and avoid backlighting (e.g., sitting with your back to a window)
Completing the Canvas Quiz:
- Launch LockDown Browser; you may be prompted to complete additional configuration steps if webcam recording is required
- Navigate to canvas.udayton.edu and login with your UD username and password
- Navigate to the Canvas assessment you need to complete
- Remain at your computer for the duration of the test
- Do not exit the test until you’ve completed and submitted all questions
- When the recording confirmation window appears, exit the LockDown Browser
Getting Help
If you encounter problems with Respondus LockDown Browser and / or webcam:
- Look for the Help Center icon located on the LockDown Browser toolbar. Use System & Network Check or Webcam Check to troubleshoot technical issues.
- Contact Respondus Live Chat Support from the Help Center or within the "it's not working" troubleshooter.
- Visit support.respondus.com to review Respondus support resources or submit a help request.
- Contact your instructor or the Center of Online Learning at onlinelearning@udayton.edu.