Blackboard users, please note, between the Spring 2021 and Summer 2021 terms we need to perform some mandated updates to tools integrated within the Blackboard system. We will do most of these on Tuesday, May 18.
VoiceThread Assignments — All New Design!
VoiceThread has completed a significant overhaul and redesign of the entire assignment experience. They have streamlined the interface, added more controls for instructors, made assignments editable, added a new “student gallery” to easily see classmates’ VoiceThreads, and better feedback workflows for students.
On Tuesday, May 18, we will be switching the entire campus to the new VoiceThread Assignment. If you are preparing for summer classes, you can make the switch now by enabling the new assignment option in those course shells. Follow the How to Transition: Steps for Instructors, or submit a Training Request to work with an Instructional Designer to convert your class.
Additional VoiceThread Assignment Resources:
- Instructor Guide
- Student Guide
- VoiceThead New Assignment Features Workshop — Recording (55 minutes)
Web Assign
Cengage will be updating the Web Assign platform and integration with Blackboard. The existing integration will be removed from the system on Tuesday, May 18. If you are a Web Assign user and have questions about this transition, please contact your Cengage representative.
MyOpenMath LTI
If you use the MyOpenMath Blackboard integration, there is an updated version, and we will be switching to this update on Tuesday, May 18.
Published: Wed, 07 Apr 2021 12:10:03 +0000 by e.baker