Q. I need to take an exam in a Respondus Lockdown Browser. What is this and how do I do it?

The Respondus Lockdown Browser is a special, secure browser designed for taking quizzes and tests. It is NOT MS Edge, Firefox or Chrome; you use Respondus instead of one of these browsers. 

In the Library: 

Student computers in the library and CATLabs have the Respondus LockDown browser installed. Some faculty require that students use a camera while in the LockDown browser. Most of the student computers in the library have cameras, however, many of the cameras are not adjustable to show the work surface, so if this is an issue for you, they may not suit your purposes. 

Note: Chromebooks will not work with Lockdown Browser.

To use the Respondus LockDown browser from iCollege:

1. Log into iCollege
2. Go to your course
3. Locate the assessment (quiz, test, etc.)
4. The assessment will indicate whether Respondus is required and whether a camera is required.
5. When you are ready to begin the assessment, click "Launch LockDown Browser."

More detailed instructions are available from CETL.

If you have any trouble using the LockDown browser or if you see that the LockDown browser is not installed on a computer, please visit the nearest library service desk for assistance. 

At Home: 

It is possible to install the Respondus LockDown browser on your own desktop computer or laptop. (You must have administrative privileges to download it.) Visit the Respondus Lockdown browser page provided by CETL first. At the bottom of the page, you can see a link to download for Windows or Mac. This will lead you to detailed instructions with screen shots on how to install the Lockdown browser on your own device. 

If you have questions or trouble with this process, please contact the GSU Help Desk. 

10/23/2020 mac