Taking A Schoology test using the Respondus LockDown Browser

Overview of the student experience

To take a Schoology test using the Respondus LockDown Browser, log into Schoology like normal and open the test/quiz or assessment from your Schoology course Materials page. You’ll be prompted to launch the Respondus LockDown browser to take and submit the test.

LockDown Browser is similar to a standard web browser, but with several features deactivated or removed, such as browser menus and the URL field. You can only use the back, forward, stop, and refresh buttons. The content and design of the test/quiz or assessment are very similar to the experience in Schoology, only the tools and capabilities available in standard browsers are significantly limited.

Beginning the test

After your instructor has required the Respondus LockDown Browser, you must download the browser to your device before you can begin the test. Tests that require the LockDown Browser include a message that LockDown Browser is required, with instructions to download it to your device. When you select Start New Attempt or resume an existing attempt, the test will open in a new window.

After you have downloaded and installed the LockDown Browser, click Start New Attempt. This launches the test in a new window using the LockDown Browser.