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Academic Technology

Academic Technology is under the Office of Information Resources and Technology. Our department administers and supports the Blackboard course management system, and any other software products of special use to the teaching and learning. OAT is also in charge of procuring and maintaining overhead data projectors and other technology enhancements to classrooms.

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Using Respondus LockDown Browser and Monitor

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LockDown Browser is a specialized browser that secures the testing environment in Blackboard Learn. When students use LockDown Browser to take a test on Blackboard, they are prevented from printing, copying, navigating to other websites, accessing other applications, or closing the test until it is submitted for grading. Tests designed to work with LockDown Browser cannot be accessed using standard web browsers.

System Requirements 

Windows

  • Windows 10 (including x86 32-bit and 64-bit processors and ARM 64-bit processors using x86 emulation), Windows 8, and Windows 7
  • 2 GB RAM
  • 200 MB of free Hard Disk space

Windows 10S

Windows 10S is not a compatible operating system.

macOS

  • macOS 10.12 to 10.15
  • 2 GB RAM
  • 200 MB of free Hard Disk space

iOS

  • iOS 11.0+

Older Operating Systems

LockDown Browser and Respondus Monitor may continue to run in older operating systems that have reached “end-of-life” but students may encounter unexpected results.

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Setting up and Using Respondus LockDown Browser Monitor
  1. Log into your course in webcampus and deploy a test. This step is important, as you will not be able to use Respondus LockDown Browser unless you have created and deployed a test
  1. From the Control Panel locate the “Course Tools” section and select the link “Respondus LockDown Browser
  1. Click “Continue to LockDown Browser
  1. Click the arrow next to the exam you want to implement “Lockdown Browser” and click on “Settings
  1. Click “Require Respondus LockDown Browser for this exam
  1. Click “Advanced Settings” and choose the options that you want to enable for the exam
  1. The first setting will prevent students from exiting the browser until the exam is completed
  1. The second setting will allow students to take the exam with an iPad, using the free LockDown Browser app
  1. The third setting will allow students to access a list of specified web domains during the test
  1. The fourth and fifth settings allow instructors to provide students with a calculator or print function in the LockDown Browser toolbar

Tip

For additional information, select the explain link that follows each setting

  1. Click “Save and Close” to apply the settings
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Respondus Monitor 

Respondus Monitor is a webcam feature for LockDown Browser that records students during online, non-proctored exams. When this feature is enabled for a test, students are required to use a webcam and microphone with LockDown Browser. After the exam is complete, an instructor can review the details of the assessment, even the recorded videos.

To give students the option to either take the exam with a webcam or in a proctored testing lab, select Either Respondus Monitor or a proctored lab can be used to take this exam. A test password will then be required to access the test in proctored settings.

  1. Click “Respondus Monitor for this Exam
  1. Then select the items to be included in the “Startup Sequence”, the steps a student must complete before the start of an exam
  1. Choose “Save and Close

Your exam will now require the use of LockDown Browser and Respondus Monitor.

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Installing the Chromebook Extension

LockDown Browser for Chromebook minimally requires the version of ChromeOS that Google makes available via their Long Term Support (LTS) channel. For more information:

Long Term Support Channel Update for ChromeOS

Respondus recommends keeping your Chromebook updated to the most recent version that is available via Google’s ChromeOS “Stable” Channel:

Chrome Releases

To install the new extension on a student-owned Chromebook, students must use the regular LockDown Browser installation link provided by your school. They will not be able to find the app by searching the Chrome Web Store directly. The installation link will redirect them to the Chrome Web Store, where they should select “Add to Chrome” to install the LockDown Browser extension.

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Ways to Lead Productive and Inclusive Zoom Classes

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Here are 5 ways to lead productive & inclusive Zoom Classes with your students.

  1. As facilitator, plan ahead. Identify partners to help fill Zoom Class roles. If you can, identify a:
    • Co-host in case you have technical problems
    • Moderator: to monitor and respond to chats
    • Coordinator: to keep track of time and take notes
  2. Share rules of engagement at the start of your class
    • Keep your video on
    • Mute yourself unless speaking
    • Introduce yourself before you speak
  3. Ensure all students have equal access to shared content
    • Share content ahead of class or by using Zoom chat
    • Think agenda, slides, notes, reference materials
  4. Be sure students have an equal chance to engage
    • Invite student s to speak up, and do this at multiple points during the class
  5. Be intentional about class activities
    • Conduct activities that work for all students, ensuring a similar experience
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Webcampus

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New Blackboard Base Navigation Interface

Logging into Webcampus

  1. Login to Webcampus using your FDU NetID credentials

Login to Webcampus

  1. Check your courses under the “My Courses” module
  2. Select the class you wish to view the content
  3. You will be taken to your course announcements page with links to other portions of your class

Blackboard Documentation

Blackboard Learn for Instructors Documentation

Additional WebCampus Resources for Faculty

A SharePoint library containing a series of MS Word tutorials intended to provide new and existing faculty with some basic guidance on using WebCampus to administer an online course.

WebCampus Tutorials for Faculty

  • Anyone with the link who is an FDU Faculty member and can sign on to Office 365 should be able to view these files. Adjunct faculty members should first visit the OERA “Faculty Resources” SharePoint site and request access.
  • Files are arranged in a logical sequence from “top to bottom”, but faculty can browse the “Description” column to locate documents that address specific needs.
  • Screenshots of “sample” Blackboard materials as well as links to a selection of supplemental videos and other resources from Blackboard’s Help site are included.

Supported Hardware

Minimum hardware and software requirements

MinimumRecommended
Operating SystemWindows 7 or higher
Mac OSX 10.8 or higher
Windows 10
Mac OS 10.12
Processor1 GHz processor2 GHz or faster processor
Memory512 MB of RAM2 GB of RAM or higher
Monitor Resolution1024 x 7681024 x 768 or higher
Free Hard Disk Space5 GB of free disk space20 GB or higher of free space
Internet ConnectionDSL or Broadband (high-speed) Internet connection with a consistent minimum speed of 2 MbpsBroadband (high-speed) Internet connection with a speed of 4 Mbps or higher
JavaJava may be necessary to use Blackboard
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Installing the Chromebook Extension

LockDown Browser for Chromebook minimally requires the version of ChromeOS that Google makes available via their Long Term Support (LTS) channel. For more information:

Long Term Support Channel Update for ChromeOS

Respondus recommends keeping your Chromebook updated to the most recent version that is available via Google’s ChromeOS “Stable” Channel:

Chrome Releases

To install the new extension on a student-owned Chromebook, students must use the regular LockDown Browser installation link provided by your school. They will not be able to find the app by searching the Chrome Web Store directly. The installation link will redirect them to the Chrome Web Store, where they should select “Add to Chrome” to install the LockDown Browser extension.

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Zoom Live Training

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Zoom experts host free and interactive live training webinars daily. Get up to speed in less than an hour. Please select the time zone that fits best for you when registering for one of our live training webinars.

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Zoom Rooms

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Fairleigh Dickinson University has designated Zoom Rooms that support hybrid in-person and remote learning. On this page, you will find links to the locations of Zoom Rooms on both New Jersey campuses, instructions for using the Zoom Rooms, and details about the equipment for installed rooms, cart rooms, and connecting with ITV rooms.

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Zoom Video Conferencing

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Zoom is a web-based video conferencing tool that allows users to meet online, with or without video. Zoom users can choose to record sessions, collaborate on projects, and share or annotate on one another’s screens, all with one easy-to-use platform. It offers quality video, audio, and a wireless screen-sharing performance across Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android. Zoom has a feature-rich, mobile app for both iOS and Android, allowing you to virtually connect from anywhere with an Internet connection.

Installing the Zoom Browser Client
  1. The web browser client will download automatically when you start or join your first Zoom meeting, and is also available for manual download.
  1. Once downloaded, you can go to the Zoom folder in your “START” menu and click “Start Zoom” on a PC or click on the “Zoom.us” app located in the applications folder on a Mac. Alternatively, you can open the application by searching for Zoom in your computers search bar.

Zoom Login

  1. Click on “Sign In” at the top-right corner of the page and type your FDU NetID credentials
  1. After logging in, you will see your profile information.
    • Joining a meeting – Click on the link and enter the meeting ID number provided by the host.
    • Hosting a meeting – You can host a meeting with or without video. Click on the option that you need and the meeting should start automatically.
    • Scheduling a meeting – Click on Meetings on the left navigation area and then click on Schedule a New Meeting.
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Installing the Zoom Native Client

The following steps are for users who have already downloaded the Zoom desktop client or are planning to use the client. These instructions are NOT for users who will be using the web browser to participate in a Zoom meeting.

  1. Launch the Zoom Desktop client
  2. Click on “Sign In
  1. Click “Sign In with the SSO
  1. Type “FDU” in the company domain field and click “Continue
  1. You will be redirected to a page where you will be asked to login using your FDU NetID credentials
  1. After signing in click “Open Zoom Meetings
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Zoom Mobile Apps and Plugins Install Links

Outlook Plugin

Mobile Apps

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Resources for Troubleshooting Issues with Zoom

The following troubleshooting guide gives support for all devices that Zoom supports.

General Troubleshooting

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Zoom Video Guides for Participants and Hosts

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To get the most out of your Zoom experience at FDU, visit Zoom’s official support site to learn how to join meetings, connect to audio, turn on your video, use virtual backgrounds, share your screen, chat with others, and view captions. These tools help you fully participate in classes, meetings, and virtual events.

Getting Started with Zoom Meetings

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Manish Wadhwa Academic Technology Associate Provost for Academic Applications and Technology
Bernie Yap Academic Technology IT Business Relationship Manager
Lauren Elgin Academic Technology IT Business Relationship Manager
Subhojit Paul Academic Technology Instructional and Technical Support Coordinator