Blackboard
Orientation
Workshop Hours: 3
Facilitator: Chip Goodman or Christine Kickels
Due to a technical process required for Blackboard, registrations received
after Noon on the day prior to a class can not be processed in enough time to
attend a class the next day.
Choose ONE Date/Time
Wed., 7/16—12:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.—SCC 139—Code # 44779
Mon., 8/11—10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.—SRC 3687—Code # 44780
Self-Study Option:
Code # 44682
Facilitator: Helen Olberg
Introduction to the uses and functions of Blackboard
Prior to attending Blackboard:
Verify that you know your Novell network login and password. If you need assistance,
please contact the IT Help Desk at 630/942-HELP (630/942-4357)
2. Verify your Novell Login & password will work in the Blackboard login
screen (http://bb.cod.edu)
3. Verify your student login and 4-digit PIN will work in the Blackboard login
screen. If your student login does not work (the first part of your MYCOD student
e-mail address) contact the Student Help Desk at ext. 2999 for assistance.
Remember to bring:
1.) Syllabus in electronic format
2.) Course materials in electronic format
3.) Any other files you may want to insert into a course
Blackboard
- Creating Tests and Surveys
Workshop Hours: 3
Facilitator: Christine Kickels
Prerequisite: Blackboard Orientation or Blackboard Experience
Wed., 8/13—9:00 a.m.-Noon.—SRC 3687—Code # 44776
The survey and testing features in Blackboard offer instructors numerous options for online assessment. In this hands-on workshop, participants will have the opportunity to explore the test and survey manager and to experience test-taking from a student perspective. Emphasis will be on creating and modifying tests, importin/exporting exams, and how to manage timed tests.
Blackboard
- Managing the Grade Center
Workshop Hours: 3
Facilitator: Christine Kickels
Prerequisite: Blackboard Orientation or Blackboard Experience
Choose ONE date/time
Wed., 6/25—9:00 a.m.-Noon—
SRC 3683—Code # 44782
Tues., 8/12—9:00 a.m.-Noon— SRC 3687—Code # 44783
The Gradebook can track all student grades associated with Tests, Assignments, and Discussion Board postings. It can also accommodate scores for work completed outside of Blackboard. In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn how to maximize the options available in the Gradebook and view grades from a student perspective. Emphasis will be on using, customizing and exporting the Gradebook.
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