As SHSU Online rolls out Blackboard Ultra, we will offer webinar-based training to assist instructors in making the switch. Each of the webinars will be recorded and associated resources will be made available so that instructors can view the materials at their leisure. The following list of training webinars will be available as we move closer to Blackboard Ultra implementation.
- Bb Ultra - Planning for Ultra Course View
- Bb Ultra - Content Creation and Management
- Bb Ultra - Communication and Engagement
- Bb Ultra - Assessments, Tests & Assignments
- Bb Ultra - Grading and Tracking Student Performance/Progress
Register for one of our "Ultra" webinars.
Ultra Training Webinar Descriptions
BB ULTRA - GETTING STARTED
This webinar focuses on making the transition from Original to Ultra. Topics include terminology and tools in Ultra courses; options for switching to Ultra including converting, copying, or constructing; converting a course from the Original Course View to the Ultra Course View; copying content from either an Original course or another Ultra course; and deciding on a strategy that fits your course or schedule.
BB ULTRA - CONTENT CREATION AND MANAGEMENT
This webinar focuses on the essentials of using Ultra for content creation in your course. Topics include creating folders and learning modules; creating documents with embedded files, links, tools, and external media; applying descriptive information; uploading files and linking to Google resources; and controlling the release of content.
BB ULTRA - COMMUNICATION AND ENGAGEMENT
This webinar focuses on the essentials of using Ultra for communication and engagement in your course. Topics include facilitating communicating using course messages and announcements; creating and replying to discussions or conversations; creating and managing groups; using the course calendar; updating personal notifications and name pronunciation settings; and accessing web conferencing tools.
BB ULTRA - ASSESSMENTS, TESTS & ASSIGNMENTS
This webinar focuses on the essentials of using Ultra for tests and assignments. Topics include creating individual or group assessments (test or assignment); importing question banks and creating question pools; enabling and checking SafeAssign or Turnitin for plagiarism; setting exceptions for due date, availability, and attempts; creating an offline assessment; and identifying test proctoring options.
BB ULTRA - GRADING AND TRACKING STUDENT PERFORMANCE/PROGRESS
This webinar focuses on the essentials of using Ultra for grading. Topics include creating rubrics using points or percentage; copying rubrics from other courses; accessing student work to grade; grading work with a rubric or embedding feedback; creating an overall grade for the course using a weighted total, points, or advanced formula; tracking student performance using embedded analytics; and reviewing student progress using available reporting tools.
Register for one of our "Ultra" webinars.