Respondus
Respondus Monitor is an assessment proctoring tool that uses webcam technology to record student online assessments. Respondus prevents cheating by restricting desktop features, web searches and apps which could potentially support academic dishonesty during an exam session.
If your instructor requires Respondus Browser and Monitor tools for an exam or quiz, make sure they are installed before beginning to take an assessment.
Proctoring
Proctoring is the practice of having an instructor oversee students as they take exams online. Proctoring helps prevent cheating during examinations. Students may use their own computer; it must have webcam functionality and reliable Internet connectivity, though small classes tend to benefit most from this arrangement where instructors can keep tabs on every student.
Modern tools exist that can help proctor online exams effectively. These include tools that verify examinee identity, monitor screen activity, restrict desktop applications and browser tabs access and record testing sessions with transcripts provided afterwards; additionally they detect suspicious behaviors alert instructors about them as well. Unfortunately, these tools may sometimes produce inequitable results due to bias or limitations of technology used; so to address this, it is crucial that other options be explored and considered in order to minimize such issues.
Respondus LockDown Browser and Monitor offers one convenient method of proctoring exams remotely. Students may take their examination from any location using their own computer with privacy. Installation of this software is quick and works on most machines – perfect for both synchronous and asynchronous exams – making this an excellent solution for students who do not reside near face-to-face proctoring centers.
Another viable proctoring method is Zoom video systems, which offer more affordable and convenient alternatives, although larger classes may prove challenging to manage. For this method, a reliable internet connection and camera with microphone are required, and it is only available through institutions licensed to use Respondus Monitor.
Respondus Monitor is an automated online proctoring tool designed to verify student identities when taking tests and quizzes online. Using their webcam, Respondus detects any suspicious activities and flags them accordingly. Respondus can be integrated with learning systems such as Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle, Schoology Pearson MyLab or McGraw Hill ALEKS for seamless operation.
Respondus Monitor can be an effective tool for combatting cheating in academic environments; however, not all students will find its use suitable. Students may require accommodations during tests; features of Respondus Monitor could potentially violate accessibility standards and should therefore be discussed with Student Accessibility Services prior to using it in their classes.
Monitoring
Respondus Monitor expands upon Pearson LockDown Browser by offering webcam proctoring to capture video of students as they take online quizzes and tests. Instructors can review recordings of exam sessions for any suspicious activity or violations that require further analysis by marking segments with potential violations as potential exam violations.
Respondus Monitor was designed for large campuses. It works seamlessly with learning systems such as Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle, Pearson MyLab, McGraw Hill ALEKS and Schoology as well as proctoring/assessment tools like Zoom. Students can use any screen sharing/recording programs they like without worrying that Respondus Monitor will close them automatically when opening Respondus Monitor.
Respondus Monitor works seamlessly with accessibility programs such as Apple’s VoiceOver (the standard screen reader that comes with Mac operating systems) as well as JAWS and Windows-Eyes on Microsoft Windows computers; however, its functionality and security may be impacted when screen readers are activated; therefore it’s wiser to temporarily disable them before using Respondus Monitor.
This software serves as an effective deterrent against cheating, not only financially but also by potentially expelling students if caught. Furthermore, the program can go back and inspect previous exams taken by students- even ones taken a year or two ago!
Instructors can access the results of an exam session by accessing their learning system and selecting “Retrieval & Reports” under Assessments tab. Once there, they can view various reports or download raw data for further analysis.
Respondus servers are located in the US. Respondus operates as an enterprise application accessible from within an institution’s Learning Management System via plugins which interact with its Application Programming Interfaces (APIs). To communicate with APIs, Respondus plugins send login names back to its server where they are stored; Respondus bases their legal basis for processing this data as necessary in fulfilling contractual obligations to institutions.
Creating Quizzes
Respondus examination creation requires several steps. First, instructors must create a quiz in Canvas with an availability date set and select whether it should require Requires LockDown Browser access or just Answer Key access only; they also can choose whether correct answers should be indicated on exams or not. Next step would be creating a Respondus file from their Canvas questions that import into Respondus; they can edit these questions, change formats as necessary and preview assessments to check for any potential errors before final submission of assessment results.
Once files have been created in Respondus, they can be exported as PDF documents for students to take exams on paper sheets if required. Or they can be exported into another learning management system like Blackboard; unfortunately Respondus only works on Windows computers and not Macs.
Respondus goes beyond traditional multiple choice and true/false question types by offering nine additional question types such as essay, matching, fill-in-the-blanks, cloze, number answer multiple choices with checkboxes fill-in multiple blanks fill in multiple blanks fill-in multiple blanks (fillin multiple blanks) text (no question). Respondus allows teachers to create quizzes and exams offline before importing them into Canvas courses for assessment; in addition the program converts files of different formats into Respondus files for easier administration of an exam or quizzes/exam development process.
To utilize the program, instructors must first create a Quiz in Canvas and name it. Next, they should click the Preview + Publish tab at the top of their window and choose either an Exam without correct answers or one with them displayed either boxed or with asterisks; printout options and Preview buttons can also be enabled so no mistakes occur when creating assessments.
Respondus LDB requires students to use the latest version of Respondus LockDown Browser installed on their computers and fulfill several requirements, including providing clear photo identification and conducting an environment check to make sure no one is hiding in corners or behind furniture. They must also agree to Respondus’ terms of service as well as consenting to recording of actions taken while taking an exam on devices – these can be reviewed in the Student Guide to Respondus.
Security
Respondus LockDown Browser is a specially-created browser used for taking online quizzes in Cougar Courses (Canvas). It prevents students from printing, copying, going to another URL or accessing applications like Word during the quiz itself. Furthermore, Respondus Monitor records them while they take their exam; any suspicious behaviors can be reviewed using video footage recorded with this system.
By using Respondus LockDown Browser, you are providing Respondus permission to transmit System Check data and log files directly from Respondus Monitor to a server managed by Respondus or third-party cloud storage service for storage and analysis. This data may be used by Institution or its students to improve software, troubleshoot technical problems and provide customer support; additionally it will be aggregated and analyzed by Respondus in order to gain a greater understanding of its usage – any trends or patterns among other things.
You understand that if you do not wish to allow this, Respondus can be uninstalled by following this guide’s instructions; however, taking any online tests requiring Respondus would become impossible without it and no alternative solutions will be provided by colleges for testing your knowledge will exist.
Respondus browser relies heavily on your computer’s Registry to ensure maximum security, an often-overlooked part of which known as the Registry is essential to basic computer operations such as knowing when it’s time to open applications and windows; but when installed programs relying on it leave behind pieces between launches that could seriously slow your PC.
Respondus cannot guarantee that no third-party intellectual property rights will be infringed. In the event that it is determined that there may be potential infringment, you will be informed and given the option of getting your advanced paid license fees back; failing this, Respondus Monitor Services and license grants can be cancelled immediately.