Course descriptions in Blackboard are managed by your department or dean, and can only be updated through a request to your department chair. However, instructors can personalize their course banner by editing display settings and selecting a custom image to enhance the course’s visual appeal.
Grading schemas let you control how student grades appear in Blackboard—whether as letter grades, percentages, or pass/fail. Customize them to match your course policies, clarify grade interpretation, and streamline evaluations. Set up schemas early and always input numeric scores for the most accurate, consistent results. Continue Reading Bb Mailbag: Using Letter Grades & Grading Schemas
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
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
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
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
In Your Teaching Legacy: Beyond Blackboard, we explore how focusing too much on Blackboard’s aesthetics can divert attention from what truly matters in teaching. While Blackboard is an essential tool, your lasting impact will come from the challenges you present to students, the lessons they remember, and the passion you inspire—far beyond the design of your course site. Continue Reading Bb Mailbag: Your Teaching Legacy Beyond Blackboard
Welcome to the AI Ready Blog, where we explore the evolving world of Artificial Intelligence and Generative AI in education,…
Welcome to the AI Ready Blog, where we explore the evolving world of Artificial Intelligence and Generative AI in education,…
A broad workshop introduction to Blackboard Learn, Fordham’s Learning Management System. Faculty get an overview of the system and learn how…