compatible formats for blackboard

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Programs associated with file types

Extension File Type Programs Associated with the File Type
AAM Multimedia Macromedia Authorware plug-in The AAM ...
AIFF Audio AIFF is an uncompressed audio format. AI ...
ASF Multimedia Microsoft .NET™ Show ASF files can co ...
AU Audio Real Audio Player™
Mar 19 2022

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What are some examples of alternative formats on Blackboard?

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Why can't I upload AIFF files to BlackBoard Learn?

In Blackboard it is recommended that you have your students submit their work using any of the following file formats; Word (DOC, DOCX), PowerPoint (PPT, PPTX), Excel (XLS, XLSX), and PDF (PDF). If students submit RTF files you are required to download each assignment manually grade their work and send the file back to your students via email or another source.

Can I download alternative formats of instructor content from Blackboard ally?

Sep 30, 2019 · Blackboard Assignments have been migrated to a new interface, which accepts a wider range of files. Please see our help guide on Blackboard Annotate. You can view and annotate any of these file types in the browser, without leaving Blackboard: Microsoft Word (DOC, DOCX) Microsoft PowerPoint (PPT, PPTX) Microsoft Excel (XLS, XLSM, XLSX)

What are the formats generated for audio alternatives?

Blackboard mobile apps support most common text and media files. Some file types aren't supported because specific operating systems don't support them. For example, iOS devices don't support Flash files. Text and documents. Android, iOS, and Windows. PPT, PPTX; DOC, DOCX; XLS, XLSX; PDF; TXT; iOS only. Pages; Key; Numbers

Why are alternative formats important?

Alternative formats provide greater opportunity for everyone to access the information they need in the way they need or want it. With alternative formats all students can meet the same learning objectives using resources that are built to target the needs of the individual student.

What is an epub file?

ePub. The ePub alternative creates a digital publishing file that can be viewed on mobile devices. ePub files are reflowable. Reflowable means that the content displayed automatically adapts to the device it is viewed on. Here are a few suggested apps for ePubs.

What is a beeline reader?

Instead of using plain black text, BeeLine Reader displays text using a subtle color gradient that helps pull your eye through your readings. This new display format has been honored by the United Nations and is used by readers in 120 countries around the world.

What is an OCR alternative?

The OCR PDF alternatives are created when the original content is a PDF of an image. OCR technology analyses the content and converts the image into searchable text. The conversion is only as good as the quality of the original content. If the content is difficult to analyze, there may be mistakes.

What is semantic HTML?

What is Semantic HTML? Tags and elements—such as blockquote, paragraph, and headings—are added to add meaning to a page. These tag and elements aid screen reader users with good content structure.

How does Ally work?

Ally detects the language of the original content and selects a matching language for the audio format file. If you want the original content in a different language, try the Translated Version format.

What is an MP3 audio alternative?

The audio alternative reads aloud the text in the original content. This also includes alternative descriptions for images, if they are provided. The audio format is saved as an MP3. MP3s are compressed, high-quality sound files that can be played on any computer or mobile device.

Directions for Faculty

When posting files in Blackboard for students to view/download it is highly recommended that you offer your students PDF versions. A PDF file is mobile friendly and students are able to view these documents on just about every device without additional downloads required.

Directions for Students Submitting Assignments in Bb

In Blackboard it is recommended that you have your students submit their work using any of the following file formats; Word (DOC, DOCX), PowerPoint (PPT, PPTX), Excel (XLS, XLSX), and PDF (PDF).

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What are alternative formats?

For example, your students may be prone to eye strain, or maybe they are an auditory learner. They can listen to an audio format of the content instead. Or use the HTML or ePub formats for easier reading on a mobile device.

Why are alternative formats important in classrooms?

Alternative formats provide greater opportunity for everyone to access the information they need in the way they need or want it.

Can you download alternative formats on Ally?

The alternative formats created depend on the original content. If you don't see an option to download alternative formats, Ally isn’t enabled for that course or the file is not a supported content type. Select the Download Alternative Formats icon wherever you see it to download the content in a different format.

What is learning module?

In courses, learning modules show progress and support conditional availability and sequential view. Students can see all learning module items, including those that aren't yet available, so they have a complete picture of the work ahead.

Can you see the module table of contents?

Users can't see the module table of contents like they can in a desktop web browser. Contents are listed similar to a content folder. Full support (Ultra courses). Ultra course learning modules are fully supported in the mobile apps and have enhanced functionality and progress indicators.

Do instructors use plain text in Blackboard?

At this time, we recommend that instructors and course builders use plain text in test and assignment instructions to ensure the best display for students in the Blackboard app. Some formatting that is supported for other types of content doesn't show to students in assessment instructions.

Does Blackboard have a mark review?

The Blackboard app doesn't support the Original course Mark Reviewed feature at this time. Students need to access a course in a desktop web browser to use this feature if the instructor made it available for a content item.

Do journals show up in Ultra?

Within Ultra courses, journals don’t show in the Due Dates list and don't appear in Course Content. A future release* will show journals within courses. Please access your course on a web browser to view Ultra journals that don't have due dates.

Can you use Bb annotation on Blackboard?

Instructors can use Bb Annotate in the web view of Blackboard Learn for both Ultra and Original courses. Currently, the Blackboard Instructor app supports only assignments in Original courses. Support for Bb Annotate in the mobile apps. Student app inline grading view.