NCTC eCampus uses the Respondus LockDown Browser to secure online quizzes, tests, and exams. If your instructor requires that you use Respondus you will need to download and install it to your Windows or Mac computer before you take the assessment. The Respondus LockDown Browser download page will automatically identify the type of computer used to access it, then provide the correct download accordingly. Respondus LockDown Browser is also available in all NCTC student computer labs. Some instructors may also use the Monitor feature in Respondus LockDown Browser. Monitor requires that you access Respondus LockDown Browser via a personal computer or laptop with a webcam to record your testing session. The instructor can then go back and watch the recording, if needed. Learn a little bit about Respondus by viewing this video:

Download Respondus:

Download Respondus LockDown Browser at the following URL:

http://www.respondus.com/lockdown/information.pl?ID=433343673

Respondus LockDown Browser installation instructions are available on the Respondus website. If you try to use another browser to access a quiz, test, or exam in Canvas that requires Respondus LockDown Browser such as Chrome or Firefox, Canvas will block access and provide the above link to download Respondus LockDown Browser.

NOTE: Lockdown Browser is available for download on Chromebooks.

Installing the Chromebook Extension
To install the new extension to a student-owned Chromebook, students will need to use the regular LockDown Browser installation link for your school (above link) (they will NOT be able to search for the app directly from the Chrome web store.) The LockDown Browser installation link will direct students to the Chrome web store, at which point they should select “Add to Chrome” to install the LockDown Browser Extension.

Steps when you are ready to take an exam:

Mac

With a Mac, you may simply search your computer for "LockDown Browser" and click on the application.

Windows

Locate the “LockDown Browser” shortcut on the desktop and double-click it.
If prompted to close a blocked program (e.g. screen capture, instant messaging) choose Yes when prompted.
Log into your Canvas course using a student login.
Navigate to the quiz and click Take a Quiz.
Once a quiz has been started with LockDown Browser, you cannot exit until the "Submit" button is clicked.