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by Beau Gaylord DDS 10 min read

What is a blog in Blackboard?

A Blog is a collaborative tool that allows students to post their personal reflection about the course or discuss and analyze course related materials. There are three types of blogs in a Blackboard course: individual, group or course blogs.

How do I create a blog on blackboard?

Creating a Blog EntryNavigate to your course Home Page.From the Course Menu, click Blogs (Note: faculty must add a Tool link to the Course Menu [link to course menu). ... Select a Blog to open.Click the Create Blog Entry button.Enter an Entry Title.Enter the text in the Entry Message text box.More items...

How do I use the blog tool on blackboard?

0:261:54How-to Use the Blog Tool in Blackboard - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipClick on the blue link to access the blog. This will take you to the blog page to create a blogMoreClick on the blue link to access the blog. This will take you to the blog page to create a blog select create blog entry at the top left hand side of your page.

What is the difference between a blog and a discussion board on Blackboard?

Blogs are less structured than the Discussion Board, and they're chronological. The format is more open and conversational in style. If you set Permit course users to view journal, the journal will not be private, making it more like a blog with commenting turned off.

How do you write blogs?

How to write a blog postBrainstorm blog topics.Refine your topic with keyword research.Define your audience.Create an organized outline.Write engaging content.Craft an irresistible headline.Stylize your blog post.Pick relevant images.More items...•May 24, 2021

What is blog entry?

These are blog entries or posts and may be in the form of feedback, reviews, opinion, videos, etc. and usually contain a link back to the desired site using a keyword or several keywords.

How do you use Wikis on blackboard?

0:001:44Work with Simple Wikis in Blackboard Web Community Manager - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipNext choose to display all wiki entries or set the app to display a specific number of entries onMoreNext choose to display all wiki entries or set the app to display a specific number of entries on the page on. The social settings tab you can allow visitors to comment on the wiki postings.

What is a group journal on blackboard?

About journals Journals are personal spaces for students to communicate privately with you. Students can also use journals as a self-reflective tool. They can post their opinions, ideas, and concerns about the course, or discuss and analyze course-related materials.

How do I delete a discussion post on Blackboard?

To Delete Old Posts:Enter Blackboard and open the course.Edit Mode - On.Open the Discussion Board.Find a Forum that has posts. Open the forum.Click the top left checkbox to select all the threads.Optional: Uncheck any message to be kept.Click Delete to remove the student posts.

What are the examples of blogs and forums?

Now let's see in detail what are the most popular blogging solutions in the world and how they compare to each other.WordPress.com – Best for Free Blogs. ... WordPress.org – Best for Self-Hosted Blogs. ... Web.com – Best for Small Business Owners. ... Wix.com – Best for Small Websites. ... Joomla.com. ... Medium.com. ... Ghost.org. ... Squarespace.com.More items...•Feb 21, 2022

What is the difference between a blog and a discussion?

Blog is an Author Generated Content. Members participate in the discussion to share views and ideas. Author share views and ideas on the blog topic. The discussions are more real-time provided member content doesn't need to pass the moderation queue.Nov 11, 2019

What are blogs Wikis and forums?

Blogs, wikis, and discussion boards are web-based platforms through which students can create and share content as well as interact with each other and the instructor.