What happens if you get flagged on Respondus?

If you're flagged on Respondus, it means the system detected potential issues like your face leaving the frame, another person entering the view, or unusual lighting, but it doesn't automatically mean you cheated; flags are alerts for your instructor to review your exam video, where they decide if further action is needed, as many flags are false positives from technical issues like poor lighting or slouching. Instructors see a prioritized list with video clips of flagged events, allowing them to make case-by-case judgments on whether to investigate for academic dishonesty.

What happens when Respondus flags you?

The flags simply provide faculty with additional context about the student's behavior during their exam period. Faculty can review the dashboard to make case-by-case decisions.

How to not get flagged on Respondus Monitor?

Tilt Down Feature

1. Respondus Monitor warns students when their face cannot be detected.
2. If a face is cropped (due to slouching or pushing the screen back), it prompts students to tilt their camera downward.
3. This helps reduce unnecessary flags and provides a better view of the examination environment.

How do you know if you got flagged on LockDown?

Lockdown browser doesn't flag you for cheating, rather it flags anything it would deem suspicious. The student gets no notifications, but there's a recorded transcript that is sent to the professor with all activities flagged.

Does Respondus LockDown Browser flag noise?

When Respondus Monitor is enabled for a test, students are required to use a webcam and microphone with Respondus LockDown Browser. Artificial Intelligence algorithms flags unusual activity such as eyes moving away from the screen or background noise.

What does Respondus flag you for

Does Respondus track eye movements?

As you use the Respondus LockDown Browser, it will track your eye movements.

Does Respondus know if you switch tabs?

Proctored Tests: In some tests, you use a program called Respondus monitor. It lets Blackboard or Canvas know if you swap between tabs. This could make the program take you back to the test page.

Can Respondus detect phone use?

Yes, Respondus Monitor is designed to detect phones and other handheld devices during exams by flagging suspicious activity like using secondary devices, even if only partially visible, using AI to spot them in webcam footage. While LockDown Browser itself secures the primary computer, Monitor provides the video proctoring that spots phones, which are generally not allowed and can lead to flagged results for instructors to review. 

What happens if you get caught cheating in Respondus?

There are two reasons that Respondus Monitor is such a strong deterrent to cheating. First, a student knows they might get kicked out of the university if they are caught cheating. It's a pretty stiff penalty. Secondly, students know they can get caught long after the exam was actually administered.

Does Respondus give you warnings?

During an online exam, Respondus Monitor will warn students when their face cannot be detected by the webcam.

How strict is the LockDown Browser?

Students are unable to open any browser other than the LockDown browser on the device they are using. This disallows them from searching for answers online while taking the exam. Also, students are not allowed to open other applications unless the professor specifically and selectable permits them to.

What is suspicious behavior on LockDown Browser?

Automated Video Analysis will automatically flag suspicious behavior during an exam. For example, if a student leaves the computer for a bit, or if a different person appears in the webcam recording during an exam, it will get flagged for the instructor.

How to force respondus quit?

- Windows Users: Press CTRL-ALT-DEL and select the Task Manager to see all open programs on your computer. To end a program, select it and click 'End Task. ' - Mac Users: Choose 'Force Quit' from the Apple menu, or press Command-Option-Esc.

Who watches you on Respondus LockDown Browser?

When LockDown Browser is used with “Instructor Live Proctoring,” the instructor watches students remotely during an online test.

Do professors actually check proctorio?

Students should treat their Proctorio exam just like an exam they would take in the testing center. If any issues are found in a Proctorio exam, a report is sent to the professor to review. If the activity is deemed as any form of academic dishonesty, the Honor Code Office will be notified.

Does Respondus let you know if you're being recorded?

Respondus Monitor does not make students aware they are being recorded, other than a red icon in the upper right hand corner of the screen, so we suggest you inform your students they continue to be recorded.

Does the LockDown Browser tell you if you're flagged?

No, the LockDown Browser itself doesn't directly tell you that you've been "flagged," but its companion feature, Respondus Monitor, automatically flags suspicious behaviors (like leaving the frame, another person appearing, or excessive noise) for your instructor to review later; you won't see the flags during the test, but your instructor will see them in their dashboard after you finish. Flags are not automatic guilt, just alerts for your instructor to investigate potential issues like poor lighting or a missing face. 

Can I go to jail for academic dishonesty?

Yes, the school may pursue criminal charges based on the accusation of academic dishonesty. When bribery or fraud is in play, criminal prosecution is possible.

Can proctored exams detect phones?

Yes — AI proctoring can detect phones in online exams, and it's surprisingly smarter than most students think.

What flags are on Respondus?

About Flagged & Milestone Events

Respondus Monitor generates a list of events from the exam session. "Flags" are events where a problem might exist, whereas "milestones" are general occurrences such as when the exam started, or when a question was answered.

Can Canvas see if you switch tabs if not proctored?

Similarly, Canvas does not natively detect tab switching during non-proctored quizzes. But with proctoring tools enabled, any attempts by students to switch tabs or browse unauthorized websites can be identified and prevented. Students are locked into the Canvas tab running the online test.

What can professors see on Respondus?

If students were required to use the webcam feature (Respondus Monitor) with the quiz, instructors can access information about the quiz sessions and can review the recorded videos. Note that Respondus Monitor is intended to be a deterrent, so it's up to the instructor to determine the level of review warranted.

How is tab switching detected?

Tab change detection is often integrated with other proctoring tools, such as webcam monitoring, screen recording, and AI-powered analysis. This multi-layered approach provides a comprehensive solution for ensuring exam integrity.

What are the best study habits for exam success?

Here are 10 good study habits to help you ace your next exam.

• Learn How to Take Notes During Class. ...
• Use Spaced Repetition and Take Practice Tests. ...
• Manage Focus and Take Breaks. ...
• Prioritize High-Intensity Focus Sessions. ...
• Eliminate Distractions. ...
• Organize a Conducive Study Space. ...
• Create a Structured Study Schedule and Goals.

Can proctored exams detect two monitors?

Multiple monitors/displays are not supported. If you have more than one monitor, you will need to disconnect all but one.