Overview
The Respondus LockDown Browser is a secure web browser designed for remote learning and testing. Many quizzes in Canvas require the Respondus LockDown browser. This article covers installation and usage instructions.
Important for AACPS Chromebook users:
School-issued AACPS Chromebooks typically lack administrative installation privileges. If Respondus LockDown Browser is not already installed on your device, you may not be able to install or run it. Instead, consider borrowing a loaner laptop from the AACC Truxal Library—just email circdesk@aacc.edu. See the What technology is available for students to borrow from the library? FAQ for information about borrowing a laptop.
Instructions
1. Sign into the MyAACC portal at portal.aacc.edu and navigate to Canvas.
2. Select the course that requires the use of the Respondus Lockdown browser.
3. Select the Quizzes page from the course menu.
4. Select the quiz that requires the Respondus Lockdown browser.
5. Select the "[Download Respondus LockDown Browser]" link.
6. Select the "Download" button on the right. If using Mac, please select the "Do you need the Mac version?" link in the middle.
7. Open the installer from your browser or Downloads folder.
8. Follow the setup instructions provided by the installer.
9. Once the Respondus Lockdown browser is finished installing, open it from your desktop or applications folder.
10. Within the Respondus Lockdown browser, navigate back to Canvas through the MyAACC portal and open the quiz.
Troubleshooting
Still have questions? Contact the Technical Service Desk or complete the a service offering on the Computer Software Services Page.