blackboard collaborate specifications

by Ms. Ericka Johnston 9 min read

Minimum Requirements
  • Operating System: Windows 10 or newer; Mac OS 10.14 Mojave or newer. ...
  • Processor: 1 GHz or faster.
  • RAM: 4 GB or higher.
  • 20 GB of available hard-drive space.
  • Screen resolution: 1280x1024 or higher.
  • Internet connection: Download speed of at least 1.5 Mbps, 750 kbps upload.
  • Webcam, microphone, and speakers.

What are the features of Blackboard Collaborate?

Main features of Blackboard Collaborate are:Browser-based web conferencing.High-quality video & audio.Real-time annotations & text.Chat.Mobile collaboration.Interactive whiteboard.Blackboard Learn integration.Participant engagement.More items...

Which browser is best for Blackboard Collaborate?

For anyone serving in the role of Moderator or Presenter in a Collaborate conference, Blackboard recommends using either Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox. As of now, these are the only browsers that support WebRTC (Real-Time Conferencing) technology and Collaborate's Share Application feature.

Can I use Blackboard Collaborate on my laptop?

With its comprehensive tools and capabilities, faculty and students meet in an online space using features such as video and/or audio chat, whiteboard, slideshow, and screen sharing. Blackboard Collaborate is accessible from a desktop, laptop, iOS/Android phones and tablets … at no charge to you or your students!

How many participants can join a Blackboard Collaborate?

250 attendeesCollaborate sessions support 250 attendees at a time. Administrators can turn on webinar mode to support large scale sessions of up to 500 attendees. If you invite more attendees than the session supports, not everybody invited will be able to join.

Is Blackboard compatible with Microsoft Edge?

Application Sharing is available on Chrome, Firefox, and Microsoft Edge (Chromium), with no plugins required.

Does Blackboard work with Microsoft Edge?

The new Windows 10 browser, Microsoft Edge, is listed as being supported by Blackboard. At this time the GVSU Blackboard Support group recommends Firefox, Chrome or Safari. A list of Blackboard supported browsers can be found here.Jan 1, 2018

Do I need Java for Blackboard?

Administrator Questions about Java 8 Blackboard Learn now uses Java 8. Blackboard Learn SaaS and 9.1 Q2 2016 run on Java 8, the latest version of Java from Oracle. This change is on the server only and is unrelated to any Java you or your users may use on devices or browsers.

How do I use Blackboard Collaborate on my PC?

Install the Windows LauncherOn the Room Details page, click Join Room or, in the Recordings table, click a recording link. ... A pop-up window reminds you to install the launcher. ... Open the Blackboard Collaborate setup wizard. ... Click Next > to start the setup wizard and Finish when complete.More items...

How do I join a class on Blackboard Collaborate?

Join a SessionPoint to Tools and click Blackboard Collaborate to access the Blackboard Collaborate Scheduler Page.Access the Room Details page and click Join Room.

How do I see all participants in Blackboard Collaborate?

Select the “Attendees” Icon from the Collaborate Panel to view the all of the participants in the session. Attendees have microphone and camera settings in the same location as your own (at the bottom of the screen).

How do I make a private session on Blackboard Collaborate?

Navigate to the Blackboard Collaborate Ultra tool (it can be accessed through Other Bb Tools). Click on Create Session. Name your session and choose from a variety of settings under Event Details and Session Settings, including: Session start and end times.Jan 11, 2012

How do I give guest access to Blackboard Collaborate?

Blackboard Collaborate: Invite Guests to a sessionFor the main Course Room. To find the Guest Link for the Course Room, click on the Course Room Options button, then click Get guest link.For a scheduled Session. ... Copy the Guest Link to use in an email.Aug 1, 2018