Ways in which the Blackboard can support learning

Convenient access to materials
Using Blackboard provides a convenient single point of access for all web-based course materials for students, including syllabi, readings and handouts.

Post announcements
Post important updates and reminders in the announcement area within Blackboard.

Encourage discussion
Student discussion is an important part of learning but is limited by class time. Discussion tools (the Bulletin Board, Virtual Classroom) tools extend opportunities for interaction, provide all students with a chance to contribute, and compel students to compose "mini" essays about the subject.

Provide for student collaboration
Student-to-student collaboration is an important part of learning, but busy schedules and commuting students create challenges for meeting face-to-face for group work. The Group Pages allow provide methods that promote convenient collaboration between and among students.

Reach students with diverse learning styles
Some students prefer to learn actively and interactively; others more introspectively and individually. Providing students with information and activities in multiple formats can address individual ways students take in and process information.

Student & course evaluation
Throughout the semester, you can use your online course to solicit feedback from your students on their expectations, their progress, or their satisfaction with your course using Quizzing and Survey tools.

Useful tools for students
Blackboard provides an automatic student roster, a send e-mail feature and the ability to see grades