blackboard, course tools

by Cale Schowalter PhD 8 min read

What are course Tools in Blackboard?

The Course Tools menu allows the instructor to add a test student, create or access announcements, Basic LTI Tools, blogs, Cengage Learning MindLinks, collaboration, contacts, course calendar, course message, discussion board, glossary, journals, McGraw-Hill Higher Education, mobile compatible test list, Rubrics, ...

How do I access course tools in Blackboard?

Explore the Tools panel In the list where your name appears, select Tools to access global functions that are outside a course. The cross-course Blackboard tools that you're familiar with are available here, such as the Content Collection, goals, and portfolios.

How do I add course tools to Blackboard?

Adding Tools to the Course MenuMake sure Edit Mode is ON.Click the (plus sign) icon above the Course Menu.Select the Tool Link.Enter a Name for the link.From the Type drop-down list, select the tool to add.Select whether the tool will be Available to Users.Click Submit.

Where are course Tools in Blackboard Ultra?

In the Ultra experience, most tools appear in these areas: Tools page in the base navigation. Inside a course....Manage toolsInstitution Page.Profile.Activity Stream.Calendar.Messages.Grades.

How do I move a course tool on Blackboard?

Ensure the Edit Mode is ON, found at the top-right of your course window.Click the arrow to the right side of item/folder name. [ ... Select Copy or Move. [ ... Use the Destination Course drop down menu to select the course you would like to copy or move the item or folder to. [ ... Click the Destination Folder Browse button. [More items...

How do I find old courses on Blackboard?

Log into Blackboard and go to My Courses. If the course code still appears in your list, then you can download your past assessment or assignment from the My Interim Results tab.

How do I link to course content in Blackboard?

How to add a Course Link within your Blackboard courseEdit Mode. Check that Edit Mode is turned ON. ... Content Area. Choose the Content Area into which you wish to add your course link. ... Course Link. ... Browse. ... The Browse Window. ... Link Information. ... Options. ... Click on Submit.More items...

When writing an email should you create a positive tone?

What should you do to make sure your email has a positive tone? Ask yourself how the message makes you feel. Read it as if you were the recipient. Ask yourself if the words sound positive or negative.

How do I create an anchor in Blackboard?

0:372:44Creating an Internal Text Link in Blackboard - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipFirst go to the area want to link to but do not enter the file. Instead put your mouse over the pageMoreFirst go to the area want to link to but do not enter the file. Instead put your mouse over the page name this is already a text link right click on the link and select copy shortcut.

What are some tools you can find in your Blackboard global navigation menu?

Global Navigation MenuBlackboard Home. Blackboard Home provides an overview of items like Calendar, My Grades, and Posts.Posts. Posts display recent responses located in your courses' Discussion Board, Blogs, Journals, and Wikis.Updates. ... My Grades. ... Calendar. ... Tools. ... Settings. ... On Blackboard Home page, find My Courses module.More items...

What features does Blackboard have?

In the Blackboard app, you can perform these tasks: View course items and course announcements. Take assignments and tests. Participate in discussions....Settings includes these features:Push notification settings.Help.Offline content settings.Feedback.Terms of use and privacy policies.Touch ID and Face ID settings.Log out.

How do I view student activity on Blackboard Ultra?

View student activity for an assessment Access Student Activity data from the Course Content page. Access an assessment's menu and select Student Activity. A panel with student activity information opens. You can't access Student Activity in an anonymously graded assessment's menu.