The Staff Enrolment Tool is one of the few locally created tools in Blackboard, so we have taken the opportunity to improve it in Blackboard 9 based on feedback from staff over the past years. Staff had commented that it was difficult to see which staff members were already enrolled upon a Blackboard site so module leaders…
The following are upcoming staff development opportunities for the next couple of weeks: Good practice in Blackboard 9 Site Design and Preparation Friday 23 April, 1.30-3.30pm, EMB 3220, City Campus Good practice in Blackboard 9 Site Design and Preparation Friday 30 April, 10am-12pm, EMB 3220, City Campus Formative diagnostic testing in Blackboard 9 Friday 30…
In July 2010 we will be upgrading to Blackboard 9. This post tells you what will happen prior to the upgrade and what you need to know now. From 12th April a Blackboard 9 Site Development System will be available for you to become familiar with the new system, and to develop your sites for…
As a part of the Refreshing e-learning at SHU initiative, Blackboard will be upgraded to Blackboard 9 in July this year. Blackboard 9 has a more modern interface and is estimated to take about 40% fewer clicks to accomplish the same tasks. Other benefits include: What’s New channel to notify students and staff when new…
In recent years e-learning has become an essential part of our students’ learning experiences. However e-learning is constantly developing and changing, so we have to ensure our e-learning practice is prepared to meet the needs and expectations of tomorrow’s students. This year we want to refresh e-learning practice across the University to ensure it continues…