New for Fall 2026: LockDown Browser for Blackboard Ultra Exams
LockDown Browser will be available to faculty as a new tool integrated directly into Blackboard Ultra. LockDown Browser is designed to help protect the integrity of online exams by restricting access to other applications, websites, and resources while students complete an online quiz or exam. When LockDown Browser is required for an online exam, students are unable to print, copy, visit other websites, or access other applications.
Instructor Resources & Training
To help faculty prepare for the launch, we will be offering
a comprehensive training webinar focused on using LockDown Browser in
Blackboard Ultra courses at Sept. 25 at 1 pm.
In order to join the session you must register at:
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5606152962329621597
Training topics will include:
- How to use LockDown Browser with online quizzes to help prevent digital cheating
- A demonstration of the student experience
- Best practices, resources, and tips for successful implementation
- Questions and answers
The session will be approximately 30–45 minutes and will be conducted via webinar.
The session will also be recorded for future reference, so faculty who are unable to attend or who would like to revisit the training will have access to the recording.
To access other instructor resources for LockDown Browser, log into Blackboard 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. Additional webinar trainings provided by Respondus can be registered for at https://respondus.com/webinars
Instructions for Your Students
You will want to provide students basic information about LockDown Browser. Log into Blackboard, 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
- You may 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 training@respondus.com.
- If you have other questions about LockDown Browser you may direct them to cit@easternct.edu
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 https://support.respondus.com/
Additional Resources
- Quick Start Guides, demo videos, and other instructor resources can be found at https://web.respondus.com/he/lockdownbrowser/resources/
- Support and Knowledge Base for technical questions can be found at https://respondus.com/knowledgebase
- For more details about Respondus visit https://respondus.com/lockdown
During the pilot, we hope to get feedback from faculty to determine whether we will continue the service. Please add your feedback at Respondus Feedback Form