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Note: Features may change with future updates.
Some instructors want to change the gradebook category for third-party content and tools (e.g., Cengage). Now instructors can edit the category information from the gradebook.
Image 1. Instructor view of the Edit menu option for a Partner Cloud generated gradebook item
Image 2. Instructor view of the Edit panel for a Partner Cloud generated gradebook item
For related information on Grade Columns, check out the Bb Ultra Instructor Guide.
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Have feedback or suggestions on features? Blackboard’s parent company Anthology hosts The Idea Exchange. This is a place specifically for Blackboard to track and manage enhancement requests. It allows for things like upvoting ideas and sharing development plans and statuses. You will need to create an account to access the Idea Exchange.