Remote Proctoring: How to take an exam with Respondus Monitor

Article Type: How To

Question: 

• How do I take a quiz that requires Respondus Monitor?

Answer:

• Respondus Monitor enables a student to take proctored exams online. Respondus Monitor uses the student's webcam and microphone to record test sessions for later review.
• Be prepared to take the test on a Mac or Windows PC. The computer must have a working webcam and microphone. You can also take the test on an iPad if the instructor enables that feature. Respondus Monitor will not work on a Chromebook, Linux, phone, or tablet
• Respondus LockDown Browser must be installed before taking a test that uses Respondus Monitor. The Lockdown Browser prevents access to any other application while taking the test. The LockDown Browser can be installed directly from a quiz hosted on D2L Brightspace
• ​​​​​​Before a test starts, ​Respondus Monitor will run a brief pre-test routine to check the student's webcam. Be prepared to show a photo ID. A student may also be prompted to scan the test environment
• Instructors may offer a practice test during which the webcam, microphone, and Respondus Monitor can be tested
• Review the following two links for additional information;
  • Respondus Monitor Quick Start Guide
  • Respondus Monitor introduction (video)

Summary:

Respondus Monitor enables a student to take proctored exams online. Respondus Monitor uses the student's webcam and microphone to record test sessions for later review.