how to link items in blackboard

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Hyperlink - Insert in a Blackboard Item

  • Change Edit Mode to On. Locate the edit mode switch in the top right corner of your screen.
  • Choose Item Location. Access a content area, learning module, lesson plan, or folder.
  • Build Content. On the action bar, point to Build Conten t to access the drop-down list.
  • Name the Item. On the Create Item page, name the item you are...

On the Course Content page, select where you want the link to appear and select the plus sign. Select Create to open the Create Item panel and select Link. Type a title and optional description. Paste the URL that you copied from the Content Collection item and select Save.

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How do I create a link to a course?

Oct 22, 2021 · The first link is to the course folder for the current course. Any files that you add to the course will be placed in this folder. You can create items and … 9. Create Internal Link Within Item Description – ISU Blackboard … http://challenger.indstate.edu/blackboard/tutorials/faculty/Create_an_Internal_Link_Within_an_Item_Description/index.php

How do I include a link to a tool in content?

Navigate to where the item is stored, such as the Course Content folder. Select the Permissions icon in the item's row. You can make changes to the existing permissions for the roles listed. Access a role's menu and select Edit or Delete. You can also add roles and permissions. For example, select ...

How do I create a link to a blog?

Select the Display on the Course Content page check box to include the discussion alongside other content items on the Course Content page. Manage your discussion links. Your discussion links appear on the Course Content page where you created them. You can reorder and remove a discussion link.

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How do I link content in Blackboard?

How to add a Course Link within your Blackboard courseEdit Mode. Check that Edit Mode is turned ON. ... Content Area. Choose the Content Area into which you wish to add your course link. ... Course Link. ... Browse. ... The Browse Window. ... Link Information. ... Options. ... Click on Submit.More items...

How do I make a clickable link in Blackboard?

0:101:09Creating a clickable link in a Blackboard Discussion ForumYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipOpen in a new window. Select insert your web address should now be highlighted and underlined inMoreOpen in a new window. Select insert your web address should now be highlighted and underlined in blue add additional text to the text box if desired click Submit and you're done easy peasy.

Add a discussion link on the Course Content page

On the Course Content page, select the plus sign wherever you want to add a discussion. Select Create > Participation and Engagement > Discussion.

Manage your discussion links

Your discussion links appear on the Course Content page where you created them. You can reorder and remove a discussion link. When you remove a discussion from the Course Content page, it remains on the Discussions page.

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What Is A Course Link?

  • A course link is a shortcut to an existing area, tool, or item in a course. Example: Link to assignments You can create all assignments in their own content area. Then, you can create course links to individual assignments in other areas of the course, such as in a unit folder or learning module. If you create a course link to a tool that isn't turned on, students who access th…
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Create A Course Link

  • Be sure Edit Mode is ON so you can access all of the instructor's options. In a content area, learning module, lesson plan, or folder, select Build Content to access the menu and select Course Link. On the Create Course Link page, select Browse. In the pop-up window, select the item you want to link to. The Name and Location boxes are populated automatically. Optionally, edit the n…
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What Is A Tool Link?

  • You can provide the relevant tools for a lesson near related content or on the course menu. For example in a content area, you can provide discussion and journal links alongside multimedia, lecture files, and tests. When you include a link to a tool in a content area, you can describe the tool, provide instructions, and attach necessary files. For example, you can link to a blog, attach …
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Create A Tool Link

  • You can link to an entire tool, such as the main blogs page, or drill in and choose a specific blog. You can also create a new blog while you create a tool link. From the Tools menu, you can also select Tools Areaso that students can access a list of all available tools in your course. Be sure Edit Mode is ON so you can access all of the instructor's options. In a content area, learning mo…
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