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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.

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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".

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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”.

 

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The Blackboard Collaborate Ultra Guide is for anyone who is looking to conduct online meetings. You can access the comprehensive guide by clicking this link. The guide covers the following topics: 

What is Blackboard Collaborate Ultra and how to access it from my iLearn course site? Blackboard Collaborate Ultra course tool interface How to join the Blackboard Collaborate Course Room session? Why create new sessions if I have a course room How do I create a session? Is there an easy way to add a direct link to the course room on iLearn for my students? Meeting Room Interface How to set up your microphone and webcam in a Blackboard Collaborate Ultra session Let others hear and see you during a Blackboard Collaborate Ultra session Record sessions Share content...
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Blackboard Collaborate Ultra now allows you to send multiple, up to 500, invitations at once using an Excel sheet. However, this feature is not available through an iLearn course but on Blackboard Collaborate Ultra accounts only. Follow the steps below to learn how:  
 

Step 1: Open a Microsoft Excel file to add your guest details. Name the columns as the following: 

displayName (required) email (required) role (optional; if left blank the system will automatically assign your guests the participant role) moderator presenter participant

NOTE: It is important to use the exact headings. Any other version, such as Display Name or E-mail, will not be recognized by the system. Please see the picture provided in Step 3. 

Step 2: Before saving your file, ensure you have chosen the CSV format under File Format...

This guide consists of two parts to help you purchase your book via Cengage. 

Part I: Sign-in with iLearn on the WebAssign course, through the following steps: 

Step 1: Login to ilearn.aus.edu.

Step 2: Click on the course that requires WebAssign.

Step 3: Under the course menu, on the left,  click on WebAssign.

Step 4: If this is the first time you are using Cengage WebAssign, click on Create Account

Step 5: A couple of fields will automatically be filled, do not change their value. Instead, fill out the missing information and click on Create Account

The following page will appear. 


Part II: Having signed in, purchase your books through the following steps: 

Step 1: Ensure that you have the following...

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If you haven't already installed Panopto on your device, please refer to the following ITFAQ articles: 

How do I download and install Panopto on Windows?  How do I download and install Panopto on Mac? 

Step 1: Using Google Chrome as your browser, 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: On the Videos section, click 'Create', and then select 'Record a New Session' from the drop-down menu. 

Step 4: Your browser will ask to open Panopto. Click on ‘Open Panopto'. If this is your first time, allow Chrome to access your Microphone and Camera when prompted. 

Step 5: Once Panopto has been launched, please ensure that: ...

Force Test Completion: If force completion is enabled, you must complete the test the first time it is launched. If force completion is enabled, it is noted at the top of the test. You are not allowed to exit the test and continue working on it at a later date. The Save function is available for you to save the test as you work through it, but you are not allowed to exit and restart the test.

Backtrack Prohibited: You are not allowed to go back to questions you have already answered if backtracking is prohibited. If backtracking is prohibited, it is noted at the top of the test. When you take a test that does not allow backtracking, an error appears when you attempt to use the Back function within the test.

Test Presentation: Your instructor has two different options for presenting questions in tests: All-at-once or One-at-a-time. An All-at-once test presents all...

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You will continue to use the same AUS ID (b000xxx/g000xxx) and password to log into your alumni email as well (same as ilearn and Banner). If your password does not work, you can do two things:

If you were previously enrolled to the password station (https://passwords.aus.edu) you can reset it yourself by visiting the website.  You can get your Alumni information by sending an email to [email protected]. You could also call the Office of Advancement and Alumni Affairs, 06-5152100. 

Please make sure to include your AUS ID number, phone number and an alternative email address for us to contact you.
 

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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 opening

Cause: 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...
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