How do I download Pearson LockDown Browser?

Exams in Pearson MyMathLab must be taken in the Pearson LockDown Browser, also known as LockDown Browser OEM.

Note: If you are having issues accessing your exam in Pearson MyMathLab, be sure that you are using the Pearson LockDown Browser, not the Respondus LockDown Browser.

Download Pearson LockDown Browser

1. Open your Canvas course using an Internet browser such as Chrome or Edge.
2. Navigate to the practice quiz link in your Canvas course and click the link. This should take you to MyMathLab.
3. When you try to start the practice quiz, you will see options toward the bottom of the page to download the Pearson LockDown Browser. Follow those directions to install.

4. Once the Pearson LockDown Browser is downloaded on your computer, the name will appear as LockDown Browser OEM.

Note: It will be important to remember which LockDown Browser you use for math exams in MyMathLab and for exams in other NWTC courses.

Taking a MyMathLab Exam with LockDown Browser

1. Open your Canvas course using an Internet browser such as Chrome or Edge.
2. Navigate to the practice quiz link in your Canvas course and click the link. This should take you to MyMathLab.
3. Click Start Test. Your computer will automatically launch the LockDown Browser OEM so you can take your exam in LockDown Browser.