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Where did the information about Blackboard course roles come from?

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How does blackboard ally support faculty and students?

Respondus LockDown Browser is a custom browser that provides a secure testing environment within Blackboard. Students are locked into the assessment and are unable to print, copy, go to another URL, or access other applications. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville has a campus-wide license for the Respondus LockDown Browser software.

Can continuing students log in to their Blackboard content collection?

Privileges in Blackboard are associated with user roles. Those roles ultimately determine the access users have to view and/or manage content in Blackboard. ... This information was taken directly from the Blackboard Course Roles web page, with modifications made to reflect SIUE system customizations.

Is Blackboard Learn accessible?

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What is a course builder?

This role is appropriate for a user to manage the course without having access to student grades . A course builder can still access the course if the course is unavailable to students. Course Builders also have access to the following areas of the Control Panel:

What is a grader in a course?

A grader assists the instructor in the creation, management, delivery, and grading of items, such as tests and discussion board posts. A grader also assists the instructor with managing the Grade Center. A grader cannot access a course if it is unavailable to students.

What is a teaching assistant?

Teaching Assistant: The teaching assistant (or TA) role is that of a co-teacher. Teaching assistants are able to administer all areas of a course. Teaching assistants have access to most all tools and features in the Control Panel.

What is Blackboard Learn 9.1?

Blackboard Learn 9.1, the University's primary learning management system, is built to meet national web accessibility standards. * This means the platform is designed for full participation, regardless of a user's age, ability, or situation. Below are some of the features that let Blackboard reach those standards.

What is Blackboard Ally?

Blackboard Ally uses a stoplight indicator system to help faculty see where uploaded content does not meet accessibility standards and offers guidance on how to fix accessibility issues. Blackboard Ally also provides alternative content formats to students, such as providing optional audio versions of text files. This article provides more information on the tool and how to use the features .

Is it better to scan or scan an article?

While the person scanning a document can take steps to improve the quality of the scan, it is often a better option to use the original, editable document, such as a Word file. Microsoft Word and other word processors also have ways to check for accessibility and walk users through improving the document. This document contains more tips on making your course content accessible.

What is retention center?

With the Retention Center, instructors can set up rules to monitor student performance indicators, such as the student's last login, incomplete assignments, and overall participation. This lets instructors quickly determine who is struggling in the class and reach out to improve performance before it becomes a deeper problem.

Can you minimize the course menu in Blackboard?

Although visual content can be rich in Blackboard, users have the option to minimize the course menu and other areas where "visual noise" may be a problem. Some controls, such as items in the course planner, are automatically minimized until users mouse over or click the item, reducing the amount of content seen at one time.

Can you caption a video on YouTube?

Some external videos are pre-captioned, while others can have captioning added through another service. Videos created by the user in YouTube, for example, can be captioned within YouTube. Faculty or departments may consider using a captioning service, such as 3Play Media, to have captioning done off campus.

Can you type text on a blackboard?

Wherever there is a text editor in Blackboard, such as in Discussion Board threads or Blog posts, users have the option to type text or to attach/link a recorded video response. This option makes communicating possible even when typing is difficult, and it also provides an opportunity to bring in various forms of communication, such as speech or sign language.

I can't submit my test or assignment to Blackboard

Although Blackboard will work on both wired (Ethernet) and wireless (WiFi) connections, it is strongly recommended that students use a secured wired connection when taking tests or submitting assignments.

My instructor has indicated that he or she cannot locate or open a file I submitted in Blackboard. What's the problem?

There are several possibilities, depending upon how those files were submitted:

What kind of Internet connection or computer do I need to take an online course or an online exam?

Blackboard will work on both wired (Ethernet) and wireless (WiFi) connection. It is strongly recommended that students use a secured wired connection (needing a password to access) when taking tests. If taking the test on a wireless (WiFi) connection, a drop in signal may kick the student out of the test.

What kind of hardware and software do I need to use Blackboard?

Most laptops and computers manufactured within the last 5 years will be sufficient for use with Blackboard. You should not rely on a mobile device (phone, tablet, etc.) to participate in online learning.

I'm completely unfamiliar with Blackboard and its features. How can I learn more about how to use it?

The course navigation within each Blackboard 9.1 course includes a "Help" link. Click on that link to access "Blackboard Help for Students." You may find additional help by searching the ITS Knowledgebase.