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LockDown Browser is a custom browser that locks down the testing environment within Brightspace. It is ideal for preventing cheating in proctored online assessments.

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Used by more than 2,000 institutions, LockDown Browser is the "gold standard" for securing online exams in classrooms or proctored environments. LockDown Browser prevents digital cheating during online tests by locking down the exam until its submitted for grading. Students cannot print, copy, or go to another website. 

LockDown Browser is seamlessly integrated within Brightspace, and can be used on Windows, Mac, Chromebook, and iPad devices. 

How it works: 

  • Assessments are displayed full-screen and cannot be minimized
  • Browser menu and toolbar options are removed, except for Back, Forward, Refresh and Stop
  • Prevents access to other applications including messaging, screen-sharing, virtual machines, and remote desktops
  • Printing and screen capture functions are disabled
  • Copying and pasting anything to or from an assessment is prevented
  • Right-click menu options, function keys, keyboard shortcuts and task switching are disabled
  • An assessment cannot be exited until the student submits it for grading
  • Assessments that are set up for use with LockDown Browser cannot be accessed with other browsers

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