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Lockdown Browser Instructor Information

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Respondus LockDown Browser™  is a custom browser that locks down the testing environment within Blackboard. When students use Respondus LockDown Browser they are unable to print, copy, go to another URL, or access other applications. When an assessment is started, students are locked into it until they submit it for grading. 

Respondus Monitor is a companion application for LockDown Browser that acts as virtual proctor for online exams. Using webcam and video technology to record student test-taking, the Monitor tool discourages cheating during online exams and promotes a more successful learning environment. 

All faculty who choose to utilize Respondus Monitor are REQUIRED to participate in an AI-Based Test Proctoring, Algorithmic Bias and Unconscious Bias training:

  1. Log into Blackboard at https://blackboard.louisville.edu using your UofL username and password.
  2. Select Organizations from the menu along the left-hand side of the screen.
  3. In the Search menu at the top of the screen, enter University Wide Faculty Development Resources.
  4. Select Training_Resources_Orgn organization
  5. Select the Bias Training link in the left-hand navigational panel for the organization.
  6. Select the AI-Based Test Proctoring, Algorithmic Bias, and Unconscious Bias link to begin the presentation.

At the end of the training, faculty will be asked to enter their username and email address so that completion of the training can be recorded. An email confirming completion will be sent to the provided email address.

 

Step 1

State your intention to use Respondus Lockdown Browser and provide installation directions to students

Step 2

Create a test 

Step 3

Associate the test with Respondus Lockdown browser

Expand Control Panel > Course Tools > select Respondus Lockdown Browser

Step 4

Select the chevron to the left of the title of the test, select Settings

Step 5

LockDown Browser Settings

Place a bullet to the left of Require Respondus LockDown Browser for this exam 
If desired, type an optional password, this field is used for 2 purposes:

  • Control access to the test in a classroom environment
  • Bypass the use of a webcam when students take the test in a proctored lab environment

Expand Advanced Settings to reveal additional options.  The [explain] link provides helpful information. 

Step 6

Proctoring

REQUIRED PRIOR TO USE
AI-Based Test Proctoring, Algorithmic Bias and Unconscious Bias training is required prior to use (see above).

Place a bullet to the left of Require Respondus Monitor (automated proctoring) for this exam

Select Continue to Respondus Monitor >>

Startup Sequence provides additional requirements for students prior to the test. The Preview links display how students experience the startup sequence. The Edit Text links allow you to customize the messages.

Facial Detection Options assures students are in the frame. The [explain] links provide helpful information. 

Expand Advance Settings to reveal additional options.  The Edit Text link allows you to customize the message.  The [explain] links provide helpful information.

Step 7

Save+Close.  Your test is ready. 

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