How do LockDown Browser and Respondus Monitor work?

LockDown Browser is a custom browser that locks down the testing environment within Canvas. Respondus Monitor builds upon the power of LockDown Browser, using a student’s webcam and industry-leading video analytics to prevent cheating during non-proctored exams.

How LockDown Browser Works

• Assessments are displayed full-screen and cannot be minimized
• Browser menu and toolbar options are removed, except for Back, Forward, Refresh and Stop
• Prevents access to other applications including messaging, screen-sharing, virtual machines, and remote desktops
• Printing and screen capture functions are disabled
• Copying and pasting anything to or from an assessment is prevented
• Right-click menu options, function keys, keyboard shortcuts and task switching are disabled
• An assessment cannot be exited until the student submits it for grading
• Assessments that are set up for use with LockDown Browser cannot be accessed with other browsers

How Respondus Monitor Works

• Respondus Monitor builds upon the LockDown Browser technology to ensure the computing device isn't used to cheat during a non-proctored exam.
• Respondus Monitor integrates seamlessly with Canvas. Students access quizzes within Canvas as they normally would. Instructors do everything within Canvas too, including the post-exam review of proctoring results.
• After a quick one-time installation, Respondus Monitor will auto-launch from the student's browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, IE) whenever the exam settings require it. Students are then guided through a pre-exam sequence, including a webcam check. 
• Exams can be taken with Respondus Monitor without advanced scheduling and without additional registration by the student.