Enable Respondus LockDown Browser for a Canvas Quiz
Note: This guide is for instructors only. Students can reference Troubleshooting Lockdown Browser or visit the Respondus Help Center for assistance with the LockDown Browser.
Respondus LockDown Browser is an application that locks down the testing environment on student devices. This means exam-takers can not open any other application if this application is running. When enabled for a quiz, the student receives a prompt to download the Respondus LockDown Browser application and install it before they can access the quiz. When the student begins taking the quiz, the student is locked into the quiz until it is submitted for grading. To enable Respondus LockDown Browser on a quiz in your course:
Step 1: Enable LockDown Browser on the Course Menu
- Log in to Cardinal Apps and open Canvas LMS.
- Navigate to your Canvas course.
- Select Settings.
- Select the Navigation tab.
- In the listing at the bottom, find "LockDown Browser" and select the three dots on that tile.
- Select Enable, which moves LockDown Browser to the upper listing.
- Select Save.
Step 2: Enable LockDown Browser for a Canvas Quiz
- Within your Canvas course, select "LockDown Browser" from the navigation menu.
- Next to the desired quiz, select the arrow icon
- Select Settings from the drop-down menu.
- Select "Require Respondus LockDown Browser for this exam."
- Select Save + Close to complete the process.
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Enable LockDown Browser on the Course Menu
To add the LockDown Browser to quizzes in Canvas, you'll need to add the LockDown Browser management menu to your course. This is the space to manage the requirements for your Canvas quizzes, enable proctoring, entry passwords, etc. Within the same menu, you can also view and share tutorials for both instructors and students. Students will not see this option after it is added to the course menu. It is only visible to instructors in Canvas.
Step 1: Log in to Cardinal Apps
Log in to Cardinal Apps and open Canvas LMS.
Step 2: Open course settings
1) Open your Canvas course. 2) From the Navigation menu, select Settings.
Step 3: Add LockDown Browser
To add the LockDown Browser management menu to your course navigation:
- Select the Navigation tab.
- Find 'LockDown Browser' in the lower listing and select the three dots.
- Select +Enable.
Step 4: Save your settings
Select Save to save the changes to your Navigation menu. Students cannot see the LockDown Browser menu in the course Navigation.
Enable LockDown Browser for a Canvas Quiz
Now that the LockDown Browser menu has been added, you can turn the feature on for a Canvas quiz. These steps assume you have already created a quiz within your course.
Step 1: Open the LockDown browser menu
Within your Canvas course, select "LockDown Browser' from the Navigation menu.
Step 2: Open Quiz Settings from the LockDown Browser menu
The LockDown Browser menu shows which quizzes have the LockDown Browser enabled and which ones require proctoring, among guides, tutorials, and more. To enable the LockDown Browser for a specific quiz, 1) Click the arrow icon next to the quiz title, and then 2) select "Settings."
Step 3: Enable the LockDown Browser
Next, you will need to configure LockDown Browser settings for your quiz. If you only want to use LockDown Browser without any additional features, focus on the 'Required Settings' section below. If you are interested in adding more restrictions and safeguards to your exam, you can explore the 'Optional Settings' features along with the 'Required Settings'.
Required Settings
1. Select the "Require Respondus LockDown Browser for this exam" option.
5. Select 'Save + Close' to save your settings. Your quiz now has the LockDown Browser enabled.
Optional Settings
2. Password Settings - Create an access code for your exam. Students will have to have the code to enter the exam.
3. Advanced Settings - Enable various locks and features for your exam. Use the 'explain' link next to each option for a detailed explanation of each option.
4. Proctoring - Choose whether to enable proctoring for your exam.
Respondus LockDown Browser FAQ
How can I prepare my students for a quiz with the LockDown Browser enabled?
Practice Makes Perfect: Encourage students to take practice quizzes! You can direct them to the Learning with Canvas course practice quizzes; it's recommended that the instructor create their practice quiz so that students can experience the quiz with your preferred RLDB settings. This helps students get familiar with LockDown Browser and allows technical support agents to work with students if needed, reducing test anxiety.
Additionally, Respondus offers some quick start guides to provide to your students based on the type of quiz being used. Note, that students are unable to see a difference in quiz types in Canvas. Instructors can tell the difference based on the icon colors (white for Classic, green for New) and the Build button that is only available with New Quizzes.
What is Respondus Monitor?
Respondus Monitor is the remote proctoring feature that can be enabled on top of the LockDown Browser. This setting requires that students use a webcam to record themselves during an online exam. Afterward, flagged events and proctoring results are available to the instructor for further review. Learn more about fully automated proctoring with Respondus Monitor.
How do I disable the LockDown Browser on a quiz?
At any time, you can disable the LockDwon Browser on any quiz through the LockDown Browser Navigation menu. To disable it:
- Open your Canvas course.
- Select 'LockDown Browser' from the Navigation menu.
- Next to the desired quiz, select the arrow icon
- Select Settings from the drop-down menu.
- Select the "Don't require Respondus LockDown Browser for this exam" option.
- Select 'Save + Close'.
Does it matter if I am using New or Classic Quizzes in Canvas?
The process to enable the LockDown Browser does not change based on the type of quiz you use. Reference the appropriate quick-start guides below:
Classic Quizzes
New Quizzes
Remember to set clear expectations. Students can't tell the difference between Classic Quizzes and New Quizzes. Only instructors can... ensure your course instructions guide students based on which quiz type you're using. Having students take a practice quiz can avoid issues.
Where can I learn more about the LockDown Browser?
