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Academic Technology bb mailbag: Summer 2025 Courses are Now Available
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Summer courses for the 202530 term are now available on Blackboard. If you don’t see a course you were expecting, check with your department chair to ensure you’ve been assigned as the instructor. If you’re teaching multiple sections, consider requesting a course merge to streamline your updates. Be sure to request merges early, as merged courses start blank, and publisher content may need to be reconfigured. Read the post for other helpful tips! Continue Reading Bb Mailbag: Summer 2025 Courses are Now Available

Academic Technology Bb Mailbag: Verify Course Functionality Using Student Preview
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Ensuring your Blackboard course functions as intended is essential for delivering a seamless student experience. Blackboard’s Student Preview Mode allows you to view your course exactly as students do, helping you verify that content, assessments, and navigation are working properly. By using this feature, you can catch potential issues before students encounter them, creating a smoother and more effective learning experience. Continue Reading Bb Mailbag: Verify Course Functionality Using Student Preview

Academic Technology speechify for accessibility
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Fordham University is now offering free access to Speechify for all students, faculty, and staff, making it easier than ever to convert text into high-quality audio. Whether you’re tackling academic papers on the go or enhancing your learning through multi-sensory engagement, Speechify provides flexible, accessible solutions for everyone. With features like real-time text highlighting, customizable voices, and study tools, it’s a powerful resource for boosting comprehension and productivity. Continue Reading EdTech Essentials: Speechify for Accessibility

Academic Technology unused files
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Freeing up file storage space in Blackboard is essential for keeping your course within the 2 GB limit set by Fordham University. Large files, especially videos, can quickly consume storage and prevent further uploads. Use the Unused Files tool to easily identify and delete files that are not in use, helping you manage your course content efficiently. Continue Reading Bb Mailbag: Unused Files

Academic Technology Bad Photos and Shaky Video Welcome
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When tech issues strike, a quick screenshot or video can save you time and frustration. If you’re unsure how to take a screenshot, simply use your phone to snap a photo or record a video of the problem—no need for perfection. A picture (or video) is worth a thousand emails, helping IT diagnose and fix the issue faster so you can get back to teaching and research. Continue Reading EdTech Essentials: Bad Photos and Shaky Video Welcome

Academic Technology Bb Mailbag: Boosting Engagement with Blackboard AI Conversations
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Blackboard’s AI Conversational Tool helps foster meaningful student discussions by generating prompts, encouraging critical thinking, and providing real-time feedback. It’s easy to set up and can be tested before launching, ensuring that it aligns with your course goals and tone. Try it out to boost engagement and enrich learning! Continue Reading Bb Mailbag: Boosting Engagement with Blackboard AI Conversations

Academic Technology EdTech Essentials: A Practical Guide to Enhancing Student Engagement with Zoom Polls
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Struggling to gauge student understanding during virtual lectures? Zoom polls can turn passive presentations into dynamic, interactive learning experiences. This guide covers why and how to use Zoom polls effectively, offering practical tips and examples to boost engagement in your online classroom. Continue Reading EdTech Essentials: A Practical Guide to Enhancing Student Engagement with Zoom Polls

Community Outreach
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Enhance student engagement and critical thinking with Blackboard Discussions. Online discussions provide a space for students to reflect, interact, and build community beyond the classroom. Blackboard’s AI Design Assistant makes it easier than ever to generate discussion prompts and grading rubrics, while Discussion Analytics offers insights into student participation. Learn how to create structured, engaging discussions that foster deeper learning and meaningful interactions. Continue Reading Bb Mailbag: Creating Thoughtful and Engaging Online Discussions

Academic Technology Bb Mailbag: Accessibility and Inclusive Digital Learning Environments with the icon of a key over a computer screen
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Ensuring accessibility in digital learning is essential for creating an inclusive environment where all students can succeed. Blackboard Learn offers built-in accessibility features, including screen reader compatibility, keyboard navigation, and structured content tools, to support diverse learning needs. Instructors also play a key role by designing courses with accessibility in mind—learn how to optimize your course with best practices and available resources. Continue Reading Bb Mailbag: Accessibility in Blackboard By Creating an Inclusive Digital Learning Environment

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