how to create a new folder on blackboard

by Prof. Loraine Goodwin 8 min read

Add a Folder
  1. Click on the “Build Content” action menu button to expose a listing of content types to choose from.
  2. Select “Content Folder” listed under the “New Page” heading.
  3. Name the folder and decide when to make it available to students. ...
  4. Click “Submit” to complete the creation process.

How do I create a subfolder in Blackboard?

3:225:23Blackboard: Creating Items and Folders - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipNow i'm going to go ahead and go into a different content area assignments and show you how toMoreNow i'm going to go ahead and go into a different content area assignments and show you how to create folders.

How do I organize folders in Blackboard?

0:349:15Create and Organize Content Folders in Blackboard - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipLet me begin by opening up one of the unit folders. Now keep in mind you don't need to necessarily.MoreLet me begin by opening up one of the unit folders. Now keep in mind you don't need to necessarily. Name. Them by units. They can be units. They can be by chapters.

How do I create a folder in Blackboard Ultra?

Creating a Content Folder in Blackboard ULTRAIn the Course Content area, locate where you would like to create a folder and select the plus sign > Create.On the Create Item panel, select Folder.Edit the name of the folder by selecting it or using the pen icon.If desired, change the visibility and add a description.More items...

How do I add content to a folder on blackboard?

0:253:04Add Content to the Course Content Page in Blackboard Learn with the ...YouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipSelect the book next to the course name to go back to the main page. Select view all to see what youMoreSelect the book next to the course name to go back to the main page. Select view all to see what you've selected to copy. When you're finished select copy selected.

What is a content folder in Blackboard?

Content areas, such as Users, Courses, Institution, and Library, are folders stored under the root folder. A folder is automatically available to the user who created it, and may also be visible to other users if you create it in the course area.

What is a content folder?

Content folders offer a familiar, tree-like structure that provides convenient access to files on a content server without having to use that server's own user interface (web-based or otherwise). They are essentially like the directories on your local computer, but they point to virtual locations on the content server.

How do I create a section in Blackboard?

Add sectionsFrom Site Manager, find the channel you want to add a section to.Select New Section.Type a Section Name.Type a Menu Name. The menu name appears in the navigation on the end-user website.Select a Section Configuration from the menu. ... Optionally, add contact information.Select Save.

How do I create a content folder?

Select the plus sign wherever you want to add a container. In the menu, select Create and choose the container you want to add. On the Course Content page, the folder and learning module titles appear as links students select to view the materials.

Where is the content area in Blackboard?

The new content area is created at the bottom of the upper part of the left menu. You can drag it by the left edge to reposition if desired. Click on the new left menu link to enter the content area. Open a course area, such as a Content Area, Learning Module, or folder.

How do I upload content to Blackboard Collaborate?

Share audio and video streams and filesFrom a Chrome browser, open the Collaborate panel and select the Share Content tab.Select Share Application/Screen.Select the Chrome Tab option. ... Select the Share audio check box.Choose the tab you want to share from the list.Select Share.

What is the difference between a module page and a content folder in Blackboard?

Unlike the content folder, a learning module will give you and your students a table of contents that automatically lists the content you put within the module. You can enforce sequential viewing of the items in the learning module, so students will need to access the items in the order than you determine.Jul 29, 2021

Why use learning modules?

You can use learning modules in your course as containers for organized collections of content. Modules let students navigate from one content item to the next without distractions or extra clicks. A learning module helps immerse students in the lesson or concept you're teaching.

What can you add to a course content page?

You can add documents, file attachments, tests, assignments, multimedia, and links to websites, discussions, and journals.

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