About the LockDown Browser

The LockDown Browser + Canvas is SMU's secure exam management solution that enables faculty to administer online quizzes and exams in Canvas while restricting access on those devices to the Internet, applications, or other networked resources. During an exam period, the test taker's computer or iPad is restricted to accessing the Canvas quiz only. Once a test is submitted, all communications and programs on the device are unlocked and restored. Canvas quizzes are fully encrypted and can only be accessed using SMU Canvas along with the LockDown Browser client application.

Introduction to LockDown Browser for Canvas

• Login (through Canvas) BBB's Help page; Campus Support; Online Proctoring. Respondus Lockdown Browser - LockDown Browser 'locks down' the browser on a computer or tablet. Students are unable to copy, print, access other applications, or visit other websites during an online exam. Login - online available in Canvas; Respondus Download For Students.
• Canvas Downloads Canvas requires many different types of plug-ins be used with their course materials. Below is a list of the most common plug-ins. Note: We strongly recommend that each user has some type of antivirus and/or ad-ware software loaded on their computer.
• HOW TO DOWNLOAD AND UPDATE RESPONDUS LOCKDOWN BROWSER In order to take exams in your Canvas course, you will need to download and use Respondus Lockdown Browser, which is a secure browser that will prohibit you from using other programs on your computer while you are taking some tests.

Download Respondus Lockdown Browser Canvas Rutgers

Select your operating system below to download the LockDown Browser: Windows: 10, 8, 7 📥. Mac: MacOS 10.12 or higher 📥. LockDown browser is not compatible with Chromebooks. Note that LockDown browser is preinstalled on Waubonsee issued laptops. Students using Waubonsee laptops only need to click the LockDown Browser icon on. Respondus LockDown Browser is an online proctoring software that is used in the education field to monitor students while they take tests. A free trial is available.Both students and teachers will need to download the app to use the program to take exams online and to review test results.

Does Canvas Have A Lockdown Browser

Visit the LockDown Browser Overview Page to learn more about LockDown Browser, Canvas Quizzes and how they work together. Please contact the IT Help Desk to schedule a direct consultation with an SMU Academic Technology Services team member for more information as to whether or not Canvas Quizzes and LockDown Browser makes sense for your secure online quizzing and testing needs!

How To Download Respondus Lockdown Browser

Integration with Canvas

Lockdown Browser Download For Windows

LockDown Browser is utilized through an LTI (Learning Tool Interoperability) integration directly within Canvas, SMU's course management system.

Respondus Lockdown Browser Student Download

The integration with Canvas is minimal, LockDown Browser can be found in your Navigation (click on Settings and choose Navigation tab). Please contact the IT Help Desk for guidance on how best to use LockDown Browser with Canvas quizzes.