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What is Blackboard Learn and how do I contact it?

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How do I add my uwinid to Blackboard?

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What is the LMS for the University of Windsor?

Blackboard is the Learning Management System (LMS) that the University of Windsor supports.

Is there a support group at the University of Windsor?

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What is a blackboard?

Blackboard is the Learning Management System (LMS) that the University of Windsor supports. It is a robust system with several communication tools including Announcements, Discussions, and a Virtual Classroom called Blackboard Collaborate Ultra; multiple assessment options such as Tests and Assignments; and interactive tools including Journals, ...

When is Blackboard unavailable?

Blackboard Regular Maintenance. As noted in the graphic below, Blackboard will be unavailable each morning, Monday through Friday, from 5:00 am to 6:00 am for system maintenance . We apologize for any interruption of service during this time. If you are having trouble accessing Blackboard using your UWin ID, you might be having issues ...

When did the University of Windsor adopt Blackboard Learn?

The official announcement about the decision to adopt Blackboard Learn as the University of Windsor's official LMS took place on Tuesday, April 29, 2014, at Campus Technology Day. In the "University of Windsor Replaces Existing LMS with Blackboard" press release of June 16, 2014, Vice-Provost Teaching and Learning and Chair of the LMS Steering Committee Dr. Alan Wright stated, "We need to invest in technologies that facilitate new ways of teaching and learning and align with the strategic directions of the University.” An important factor in the final decision was the new IT Vision developed by the IT Steering Committee. Currently, the campus IT Vision is governed by a vendor-driven philosophy, which the IT Steering Committee arrived at after extensive consultations with members of the campus community. An additional critical factor was the efficiencies and cost savings realised by a joint license arrangement with St. Clair College.

What is a blackboard?

Blackboard is the learning management system the University of Windsor has adopted as of Winter 2016, bringing the state of the art technology to campus and is one of the most popular learning management systems used around the world.

Whom do I contact for support?

If you are having an issue with Blackboard Learn, contact the Service Desk at Extension 4440 or log in to IT Services' TeamDynamix system to complete a service request. If your situation requires further intervention, your service request will be directed to the party who can best serve you.

How do I get a course site?

Course sites are automatically created once you and your course are listed together in the Student information system. If you are having difficulties, check with your departmental support staff to ensure your course has been entered correctly into the SIS. Then, if you need to escalate the problem, complete a service request at uwindsor.ca/bbhelp.

How do I add users to my course site?

Registered students will automatically be added and updated within your course. Other users, such as departmental support or GAs and TAs, can be added manually. Check the “Instructors: Getting Started” pages at uwindsor.ca/blackboard for step-by-step instructions.

What are some of the features of the system?

A Tests, Surveys, and Pools Centre with 17 different types of questions.

Is Blackboard Learn training available?

Yes. Training options include specific faculty workshops, open workshops, and online self-paced courses. Further details are available on the CTL's Face-to-Face Sessions webpage. Links to online course registration are also available on that page.

What other online support resources are available?

There is an extensive online support system available from Blackboard Learn.

Where can I find out more information?

Visit uwindsor.ca/bbproject to find out more about why Blackboard was chosen and access information about updates and upgrades, online self-help, FAQs, governance details, and the BB Tips Blog.

What does "subscribe to the forum" mean?

Subscription to the forum means that you will receive email notifications whenever something new is posted.

How long does it take for a news announcement to be approved?

Please allow for a minimum of 24 hours (weekdays) for approval and longer on weekends or holidays.

Can you see everything on Blackboard?

If you are not subscribed to the forum you will not be notified when something new is posted, however, you will be able to see everything on the Blackboard site. By checking the site regularly, you will be able to keep to date with all the announcements.