blackboard navigation

by Dr. Norbert Bogisich Jr. 8 min read

How do I navigate Blackboard?

0:000:33Course to Course Navigation in Blackboard Learn with the Original ...YouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipLet's take a look to switch to another course select the arrow next to the course title and selectMoreLet's take a look to switch to another course select the arrow next to the course title and select another course from the list. The course you selected appears.

What is the course navigation menu Blackboard?

The course menu is the panel on the left side of the interface that contains links to all top-level course areas. Instructors can also provide links to the tools page, individual tools, websites, course items, and module pages. Instructors control the content and tools available on the course menu.

Where is the navigation pane in Blackboard?

0:142:54Blackboard's Global Navigation Panel and Settings - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipJust to the left of the logout icon at the top of your window on the right side is the globalMoreJust to the left of the logout icon at the top of your window on the right side is the global navigation panel drop-down arrow if I click it a drop-down list shows my courses.

How do I navigate to students on Blackboard?

0:063:32Navigate your Bb courses - for students - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipThe course menu vertically by clicking the course title above the menu. And you can expand itMoreThe course menu vertically by clicking the course title above the menu. And you can expand it horizontally. If you mouse over the vertical bar to the right of the course menu.

What does breadcrumbs mean in Blackboard?

Breadcrumbs. A breadcrumb trail is created near the top left of the page as you navigate through a course. This breadcrumb trail, also called breadcrumbs, keeps track of where you have been in a course. Click on any portion of the breadcrumb trail to access that recently visited page.Oct 21, 2021

How do I get my sidebar back on Blackboard?

If you have accidently hidden the Blackboard course menu bar, please follow the below steps. If this menu bar does not appear or has disappeared by accident, you'll need to hover your mouse over the thin bar on the very left-hand side of the screen. When you click on the arrow, the menu will reappear.

How do I navigate on Blackboard Ultra?

1:104:37Instructors: Blackboard Learn Ultra Base Navigation - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipNotice how base navigation's configurable performance indicator shows that some students are fallingMoreNotice how base navigation's configurable performance indicator shows that some students are falling. Behind as the instructor. You can view student activity versus grades data across all students.

Where should one navigate in Blackboard course to locate the course discussion board?

Accessing the Discussion Board The course discussion board can be accessed from a link in the course menu. Additionally, links to individual forums can be created in course content areas.Oct 26, 2018

How do I add a menu in Blackboard?

How to add Menu Items (Buttons) in BlackboardSelect the Add Menu Item icon above the course menu to open the menu.Select the type of content to create and type a name. ... Select the Available to Users check box if you're ready for students to see it. ... Select Submit.Apr 27, 2020

How do you navigate a course?

9 Ways to Make Your Course Easier to NavigateCreate a course tour video. ... Consider ordering your materials and assignments chronologically. ... Clarify where students should click. ... Maintain a consistent experience for students across weekly modules. ... Maintain a consistent experience for students across courses.More items...•Apr 22, 2016

How do you view your grades in Blackboard in all of your courses at one time?

You can see grades for all of your courses or one course at a time. To view grades for all of your courses, select the arrow next to your name in the upper-right corner. In the menu, select My Grades. You can sort your grades by All Courses or Last Graded.

What is yellow on blackboard?

The colors map to these percentages: > 90% = green. 89–80% = yellow/green. 79–70% = yellow.

Using the Main Navigation Menu

The first page you see when logging into the Blackboard system is the Institutional Homepage, which displays quick links for access to other university systems like your email and Boss accounts, campus-wide announcements, and other information about your online courses.

Navigating Inside the Course Environment

Once you have entered a Blackboard course, you will see a list of links down the left hand side of the screen. This is known as the Course Menu. Use these links to access and view various areas of the course. Each Course Menu may vary slightly depending on your instructor’s preferences.

Using the Content Editor

Blackboard’s content editor is a platform-independent WYSIWYG editor based on TinyMCE, which loads when you create a message, post a discussion, or open any other page where you can type. Using the editor, you can format text, add images and multimedia content, attach files and, more.

What is Blackboard Ultra Navigation?

Blackboard Ultra Navigation includes navigation panel to replace the current system of modules. This panel is simple and consistent for navigating your courses, accessing your activity stream, and seeing your grading or grades. In the screenshot below, you'll see the navigation panel next to the "Institution Page" where users will find system information and links to support resources.

When will Blackboard Ultra Base Navigation be updated?

On July 17th, Syracuse University Blackboard will update from Blackboard Learn to Ultra Base Navigation. The change will provide users with a modernized landing page that includes a new notification system, a consolidated view of activity across their courses, and more easier ways to navigate to course content.

Does navigation change content?

As stated above, the change in navigation will not change the content or functionality of the courses. The screenshot below demonstrates how the course is displayed in the new navigation.

Navigation Tools

You can navigate between Blackboard sites using these easily located Navigation Tools:

Organising your My Courses List

On the My Institution page select the Settings icon (indicated below) on the My Courses section to display all the sites to which you are enrolled

Search using Browser Tools

You can quickly find any of your sites using the Find functionality in your Browser, just use Ctrl and F on a PC or Command and F on a Mac then enter the module code/search word into the pop up search box to quickly navigate to the matched text in the page:

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What Is The Ultra Base Navigation?

  • It is a modern, intuitive navigation menu that lives outside of courses. It includes links to new pages such as the Activity Stream, Calendar, Messages, etc. that provide quick access to the most critical information consolidated from all your courses. From the moment you log in, you h…
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How Will This Change The Blackboard Experience?

  1. Modern, intuitive user experience. The new interface is less complex, more intuitive, and a more engaging user experience.
  2. Works well on mobile devices. Ultra navigation is designed to work well regardless of which device you’re using.
  3. Aggregates important information. All your course and organization information – like calend…
  1. Modern, intuitive user experience. The new interface is less complex, more intuitive, and a more engaging user experience.
  2. Works well on mobile devices. Ultra navigation is designed to work well regardless of which device you’re using.
  3. Aggregates important information. All your course and organization information – like calendar, messages and grades – is now consolidated into one global view, minimizing the time spent navigating...
  4. Only one click away. See something that needs your attention? Just click on it and you will be taken directly there, minimizing clicks and saving time.

Where Can I Find More Information?

  • This page has links in the left hand navigation which outline the new navigation features. If you’re interested in learning more, here are a few useful Blackboard websites: 1. Blackboard Help:Assistance using the new Ultra Base Navigation 2. Institution Page: Find information about your institution. 3. Profile: Select your name in the list and make changes to your online persona…
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