browsers supported blackboard learn

by Elisha Sipes Sr. 6 min read

All you need is one of the supported browsers.
...
Certified browsers and operating systems.
BrowserDesktopMobile
Google ChromeWindows 10 & 11, macOS 10.14+Android 9+
FirefoxWindows 10 & 11, macOS 10.14+Not supported
SafarimacOS 10.14+iOS 14+
Microsoft Edge (Chromium)Windows, macOSAndroid, iOS

Which browsers can access Blackboard courses?

Blackboard Learn supports these primary browsers:Firefox from Mozilla: Windows and Mac.Safari from Apple: Mac only.Microsoft Edge from Microsoft: Windows 10 only.

What web browser works best with Blackboard?

Recommended Browser We strongly recommend Blackboard students use the latest version of Mozilla Firefox for Windows or Mac because it is the most compatible with our current Blackboard systems.

What devices are compatible with Blackboard?

Blackboard Mobile Learn is supported on iOS 9.0+, Android 4.2+ and Windows 10+. The app is available currently on the iTunes App Store for iPhone or iPod Touch, the Google Play store for Android devices and Microsoft.com for Windows devices.Dec 6, 2021

Can I use Blackboard on Chrome?

Check whether your web browser works well with your version of Blackboard Learn....Supported browsers.Desktop Browser VersionsMobile Browser Base Versions1Chrome87+33+Edge287+46+Firefox78+33+Safari13+ (desktop, Mac OS only)On iOS 12+

Which Internet browser is not recommended for use in Blackboard?

Supported browsersBrowserDesktopMobileGoogle ChromeTMWindows®, macOS, UbuntuAndroidTMFirefox® Firefox ESR is not supportedWindows, macOSNot supportedSafari®macOS 10.13+iOS® 14+, iPadOSMicrosoft Edge® (Chromium)Windows, macOSAndroid, iOS

What is Blackboard not compatible with?

Google Chrome versions 42+, Mozilla Firefox versions 52+, and Microsoft Edge don't support NPAPI-type plug-ins, including Java plug-ins and many media browser plug-ins. Blackboard doesn't support these browsers for using embedded media types that require third-party NPAPI plug-ins for viewing.

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

Why can't I browse my computer on Blackboard?

Internet History and Cache Sometimes, this stored data can create problems for Blackboard users trying to login to the system. If you are experiencing “Session Already Running” errors or are unable to view certain web content, try clearing your Internet history and/or cache.

How do I use Blackboard on my computer?

1:503:59How to Use BlackBoard Collaborate [Windows Demo] - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipAfter you enroll in an online course you will receive an email like this click the link that saysMoreAfter you enroll in an online course you will receive an email like this click the link that says join blackboard session and your file will automatically. Download.

What are the only two browsers supported by CCU?

CCU Supported BrowsersMicrosoft EdgeTM: Latest two versions. As of 1/12/2022, the newest version of Microsoft Edge is 96.0.Safari® browser: Latest two versions (or one major version if more than one year old) ... Google ChromeTM browser: Latest two versions. ... Firefox® browser: Latest two versions.

Which browser is most compatible?

Web browser features compared Here's a table which summarises the main features, as well as which platforms each browser supports. Chrome, Firefox and Opera are the most compatible.Feb 11, 2021

Does Blackboard Learn require a browser?

Blackboard Learn does not require any other browser plug-ins. To learn more about browser plug-ins, assistive technology, and other supporting software, see the Browser Support Policy topic in this section.

Does Blackboard use JRE?

Blackboard recommends JRE versions 7 and 8 for features that depend on it. JRE version 6 might work but could result in unexpected behavior. Oracle has acknowledged some security issues with JRE version 6. Blackboard Learn does not require any other browser plug-ins.

Does Blackboard Learn require a browser?

Blackboard Learn does not require any other browser plug-ins. To learn more about browser plug-ins, assistive technology, and other supporting software, see the Browser Support Policy topic in this section.

Is Blackboard app supported on iOS 12?

Mobile browsers are also supported for the Original experience. Older themes are not supported on these browsers even though users may have success using them. Blackboard App and Blackboard Instructor are supported native apps for mobile and tablet devices that interact with Blackboard Learn servers.

Is Pyramid a browser?

To build Pyramid dashboards, an NPAPI-compatible browser is required because the Pyramid builder uses the Microsoft Silverlight plug-in. Google Chrome has deprecated NPAPI support, so this browser is incompatible. Firefox or Safari users must install and configure the Silverlight plug-in to use it in their browser.

Does Blackboard use JRE?

Blackboard recommends JRE versions 7 and 8 for features that depend on it. JRE version 6 might work but could result in unexpected behavior. Oracle has acknowledged some security issues with JRE version 6. Blackboard Learn does not require any other browser plug-ins.

What browser is used to view pyramid dashboards?

Refer to the Microsoft website for more information on browser support for Microsoft Reporting Services. To view Pyramid dashboards, an HTML-5 compatible browser is required. Older versions of Internet Explorer that have been deprecated by Microsoft are not compatible for viewing Pyramid reports.

When did Microsoft end development for Internet Explorer?

Microsoft ended active development for Internet Explorer in January 2016. Some newer features in Learn may not work, including Attendance and Create Recording. Reported issues isolated to Internet Explorer will not be resolved by Product Support. We recommend using another browser.

What is analytics for learn?

Reports and visualizations available in Analytics for Learn are delivered via third party business intelligence tools from Blackboard partners, specifically Microsoft (Reporting Services) for embedded reports and Pyramid (Pyramid BI Office) for dashboard building. These products have their own commitments to browser support, and so the details below are subject to change based on product decisions made by our partners.

Does Blackboard support WebRTC?

1. WebRTC isn’t presently supported on these browsers, so the Create Recording feature will not work on these browsers.

Is Chrome OS supported on Chromebook?

Chromebook (Chrome browser; features requiring NPAPI plug-ins are not supported) ChromeOS is not supported on devices other than Chromebooks such as ChromeOS running on Windows. ChromiumOS and Chromebit are not supported. Blackboard strives to make all its products as accessible as possible.

Does WebRTC work on Safari?

WebRTC isn’t presently supported on these browsers, so the Create Recording feature will not work on these browsers. Both Microsoft and Apple have expressed they intend to support this standard in the future, in both Edge and Safari, respectively. These browsers can play back recordings created by the feature without issue.

Is Blackboard Learn mobile compatible?

Unsupported. ** Modern mobile browsers are generally considered compatible when using Blackboard Learn release Q2 2018 or later with the Learn 2016 system theme and user -added materials are mobile-com patible. Not all tools and workflows have been optimized for mobile use.

image

How We Test and Validate Browsers

Browsers

  • Anthology tests and validates four primary browsers for Blackboard Learn releases. This includes browsers that follow a traditional software update path with periodic releases of new versions as Generally Available, typically tied to a particular operating system (OS): 1. Apple® Safari® This also includes three browsers that follow a cross-operatin...
See more on help.blackboard.com

Anthology's Approach to Rendering in Browsers

  • The rendering layer of Blackboard Learn consists of Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), and JavaScript that all comply with modern standards for those languages. Our universal design approach focuses on interoperability. This means that wherever possible we do not write code specific to a certain browser or we use the minimum amount of e…
See more on help.blackboard.com

New Browser Versions

  • Because of the increased frequency of new browser version released by some vendors, Anthology’s policy is to support all new browser versions released to the market as Generally Available or by supported release channels, even if the browser is released after testing has concluded for the release. We address any critical browser issues found by clients in the field ag…
See more on help.blackboard.com

Older Browsers

  • Just as we recommend keeping up with the latest version of Blackboard Learn for the best experience, the browser vendors make the same recommendation about their software. Some older versions of browsers from some vendors may have rendering issues with newer versions of Learn, and some newer browser versions may have rendering issues with older versions of Lear…
See more on help.blackboard.com

Cookies and Javascript

  • Regardless of the browser being used, Blackboard Learn requires the use of session cookies and JavaScript enabled in the user's browser to provide the right experience for teaching and learning. Blackboard Learn also provides a feature to allow users to acknowledge a cookie disclosure statement when logging in to Learn, as is required in some places. To learn more about this tool…
See more on help.blackboard.com

Assistive Software and Accessibility

  • For the best Blackboard Learn experience with your screen reader, use ChromeTM and Jaws on a Windows® system. On a Mac® use Safari® and VoiceOver. Anthology strives to make all its products as accessible as possible. To learn more about assistive technologies, visit Accessibility at Blackboard or Accessibility for Blackboard Learn with the Ultra Experience.
See more on help.blackboard.com