Blackboard v9.1Training
ONLINE REGISTRATION
When enrolling in a Blackboard session, keep in mind that you must do so at least 2 work days prior to the session you wish to attend or you will not be enrolled in the course. Thank You.
Blackboard v9.1: Getting Started
Fri., 2/10/2012 , 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. - COMPT-0527-001 - K 129 , Burdick
Fri., 5/18/2012 , 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. - COMPT-0527-002 - K 129 , Jakubas
This workshop will guide participants through the basic tasks and decisions required to set up a course. First, they will view the course from a student's perspective as they navigate through tools and content.
The focus will then turn to the instructor's perspective. Participants will walk through the process of planning, creating, and organizing the Course Menu. Participants will gain hands-on experience creating a Course Menu suitable for their own courses. They will also develop a Getting Started Content Area designed to provide students with the information they need to be successful learners. Participants will also learn to customize their courses to add visual interest and address pedagogical requirements.
Common start up tasks such as creating announcements, adding calendar entries, building a syllabus, setting up discussion forums, and adding textbook information will also be introduced.
It is recommended that you
take this course prior to participating in the Mastering the Grade Center course.
* You must register 48 hours in advance to participate in this workshop *
Blackboard v9.1: Mastering the Grade Center
Fri., 2/24/2012 , 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. - COMPT-0526-001 - K 129 , Burdick
Tues., 5/22/2012 , 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - COMPT-0526-002 - K 129 , Jakubas
This workshop provides a comprehensive, hands-on introduction to the Grade Center tool. Participants will become familiar with how grades will appear to students. You will learn how to navigate the Grade Center and customize it to suit your needs. Next, you will create columns to manage and calculate grades. Finally, you will enter and manage grades, including grading test and assignment submissions.
* You must register 48 hours in advance to participate in this workshop *
Blackboard v9.1: Monitoring Student Performance
(2 week online workshop)
Facilitator: Susan Burdick
TBA
Prerequisite: Getting Started workshop or previous experience working in Blackboard. Participants will be expected to know how to login and navigate in Blackboard.
In this two-week workshop, you will gain in-depth knowledge of the tools and features that help monitor and evaluate student performance in Blackboard. Topics include Grade Center, Early Warning System, Performance Dashboard, Review Status, Student Statistic, and Grade Center reports.
To successfully complete this workshop, you must take an active part. You will participate in discussions, submit assignments, take quizzes and share journal, blog, and wiki entries. You will experience Blackboard as a student and as an instructor.
You will need to have reliable access to a computer, the internet and speakers. All content is available from within the course. no additional text or materials are needed.
**You must register at least 48 hours in advance to participate in this workshop**
Blackboard v9.1 Workshop FAQs
I am an experienced Blackboard user and I'm too busy to attend a workshop. Can I learn on my own?
Sure! Blackboard Inc. has produced a number of On-Demand videos. In addition, take a look at our new website, Blackboard Release 9: What's New? But please check out the workshops---one of the many workshops just might fit with your schedule.
Will there be Ask an Expert Sessions?
Ask an Expert sessions in Blackboard Learn v9.1 will be offered in the TLC starting in October. To take best advantage of these sessions, attend a training workshop and then take your list of questions to Ask an Expert.
Need more information? Looking for tutorials? Head to Blackboard Central:
Blackboard Central
Ask an Expert
In addition to Blackboard classes, the TLC sponsors "Ask an Expert" which are drop-in sessions on a variety of topics that don't require registration. Listed below are the Blackboard sessions which may be helpful after you've taken a class and have started working in your course.
Blackboard v9.1: Ask an Expert
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
TLC Lab (SRC 3604)
withDarran Hurd
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
TLC Lab (SRC 3604)
with Darran Hurd
IT As a Resource - Here
Questions?? E-mail one of our experts
tlc@cod.edu
