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What is Respondus?
Respondus LockDown Browser is a browser which increases the security of test/exam delivery in Blackboard (iLearn). When students use Respondus LockDown Browser to access an exam, you are unable to print, copy, go to another URL, or access other applications. Once an assessment has started, students are locked into the assessment until it is submitted for grading. Respondus LockDown Browser and Monitor support the integrity and invigilation of a student taking an online exam. The following videos tutorials will explain and demonstrate how to use Blackboard (iLearn) and Respondus LockDown Browser and Monitor to conduct your exams remotely.
How do i set up Lockdown Browser?
The following video shows the steps needed in order to set up Lockdown Browser so you can take an online exam.
...Step 1: Visit https://ilearn.aus.edu/ . Once the page is loaded you will need to log in using your AUS credentials.
Step 2: Go to "Tools" list, Choose "LockDown Browser".
OR
Click on the arrow as shown below.
Step 3: Click on “Tools”.
Step 4: Click on “LockDown Browser (right click, and open link in a new tab)”.
Step 5: Click on “Install Now”.
Step 1: Using Google Chrome as your browser, go to ilearn.aus.edu and login with your AUS credentials
Step 2: Click on 'Videos' in the menu.
Step 3: On the landing page, click on 'Download Panopto' link under your name on the top-right corner (as indicated in red below).
*If you do not see the 'Download Panopto' link, please request the IT Service Desk to provide you with a Panopto account.
Step 4: Click on 'Download Panopto' on the pop-up.
Step 5: Click on 'panoptorecorder.exe' in the Downloads bar at the bottom of your browser (or through Downloads in Chrome) to start the installation process.
If you are using an AUS device, you will be asked to authorize the installation with an admin password.
*At this point, please contact...
Students taking exams in LockDown Browser may encounter issues installing or executing the application. If the deadline for an exam is near and you are experience issues, we suggest using another computer with LockDown Browser.
The minimum system requirements for using LockDown browser is available through this link
Below are some of the most commonly reported issues, causes and resolutions.
Issue 01 - LockDown Browser is not openingCause: LockDown Browser installation may be corrupt or running in an inconsistent state
Resolution #1:
It’s possible some programs may be interfering with LockDown Browser. Try closing all programs on your computer (other than those used to connect to the internet) prior to launching LockDown Browser. This includes programs which are executed during start-up and deemed non-essential. Don’t disable wireless/network connection.
Resolution #2:
Open Google Chrome and clear the cache. Step-by-step instructions for clearing browser cache can found through...Step 1: Visit https://iLearn.aus.edu and login with your AUS credentials.
Step 2: Click on the “Videos” tab at the top right corner.
AUS video portal will open.
Case One:
1. When the error message shown in the figure below appears, there will be two option buttons:
CANCEL and LOGIN. Click on CANCEL and the student may resume the exam.2. If the LOGIN button was clicked, the student will be presented with the standard iLearn login screen, but the student will be unable to log back in. A proctor must then:
a. Click on the “I” button.
b. Then click on the Proctor Options button.
c. Then enter the proctor’s exit password.
Special Note:
If “Force Completion” was not checked on the exam options, the student can re-enter the exam and can resume the exam where they left off, simply by re-starting the...Step 1: Open the Bluepulse portal from the iLearn Course.
Step 2: Go to Pairing Devices on the right side of the home page.
Step 3: Enter your email address for the pairing code OR click QR code to generate a pairing code.
Step 4: Download and launch the Bluepulse mobile application on your phone.
Step 5: Open Bluepulse on your phone.
Step 6: Scan the QR code from your computer screen. Alternatively, you can enter the pairing code manually into the Bluepulse app on your phone.
NOTE: Both the pairing code and QR code expire after 2 hours. If this happens, simply select 'Show my QR code' to automatically generate a new one.
If you want to create a new Panopto session, please refer to the following ITFAQ article:
How can I create a new Panopto sessionStep 1: Using Google Chrome, go to ilearn.aus.edu and log in with your AUS credentials.
Step 2: Click on 'Videos' in the menu on the top-right corner.
Step 3: Click on ‘Browse’ from the menu options on the left.
Depending on where you selected to save your Panopto recordings, all recordings can be found within 'My Folders' tab (Course videos can also be seen here if created before).
*'All folders' will display any content which is public.
Need to edit a video using Panopto? See our ITFAQ guide:
How to Edit a Video using PanoptoTo make room for upcoming courses on our iLearn platform and to ensure that we continue to have the maximum service availability, Courses that belong to semesters prior to Summer 2019 will be disabled on Monday, March 1st, 2021.
Blackboard offers two course site backup methods:
Part I: Course Site ExportPart II: Course Site Archive
The course export only contains course content like materials you uploaded, assignments you added, and tests you created. A course archive, on the other hand, contains course content plus students’ activities, grading, feedback, etc. A course archive is a true snapshot of an iLearn course at the time the archive was created.
After exporting or archiving the course, you will need to download the package file that contains the course export or archive.
Part I: Course Site Export
The export course feature creates a ZIP file of...