Sample Announcement to Instructors

Customize the following text to create an email or announcement about the availability of LockDown Browser at your institution. Text within [brackets] requires editing.

[INSTITUTION NAME] has obtained a license for LockDown Browser®.

LockDown Browser is a custom browser that locks down the testing environment within a learning management system. When LockDown Browser is required for an online exam, students are unable to print, copy, visit other websites, or access other applications. For more details, visit respondus.com/lockdown.

Instructor Resources & Training

To access instructor resources for LockDown Browser, log into [LMS name] and select the “LockDown Browser” tool. Training videos, guides, sample text for the syllabus, and more are available from the opening page of the tool. To attend a live training webinar, register at respondus.com/webinars.

Instructions for Students

You will want to provide students basic information about LockDown Browser. Log into [LMS name], select the “LockDown Browser” tool, and then locate the “Getting Started” tab from the opening page. The instructions shown can be edited for use in your syllabus and/or course description.

Instructor Support

If you have questions about LockDown Browser or Respondus Monitor, you may direct them to the following person(s) here at [INSTITUTION NAME]:

1. [SUPPORT CONTACT]

2. [SUPPORT CONTACT]

You may also open a ticket directly with Respondus Support at support.respondus.com.

For general questions about LockDown Browser, instructors can reach out to a Respondus Trainer by emailing [email protected].

Student Support

LockDown Browser has a built-in Help Center that contains a System Check, Troubleshooter, and Knowledge Base.

Students may also open a ticket directly with Respondus Support at support.respondus.com.

We hope you will take advantage of this opportunity and that you find these applications useful.

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