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Blackboard is Hamline University's e-learning software platform. You may use Blackboard in some of the courses you take at Hamline University.

At Hamline University, instructors use Blackboard to (1) deliver online course material, (2) complement classroom instructions with online activities, and/or (3) provide a communication and document exchange tool

Are you a student who is facing problems logging in or having trouble understanding how to use blackboard? Are you an instructor and are not sure about the functions of blackboard? This link will answer all your questions.

 

Topics:
  • What is Blackboard
  • System and Software Requirements for Blackboard
  • Accessing Blackboard
  • The My Institution Page
  • Changing Your Blackboard Password
  • Accessing the Course Web Site
  • Navigating the Course Web Site
  • Opening/Saving File Attachments
  • Viewing Course Announcements
  • Completing Course Assignments Online
  • Posting & Reading Messages on the Discussion Board
  • Submitting/Receiving Files Using the Digital Dropbox
  • Sending E-mail from Blackboard
  • Working with Group Pages
  • Important Notes
  • Blackboard Support
  • PDF Guides: (You will need the free Adobe® Reader® to read PDF's files)
  • Comprehensive Blackboard Instruction Guide (PDF)
  • Troubleshooting Compatibility Issues with IE7 & Vista (PDF)
  • Demos

     

    Need more help?

    Please contact the Help Desk by email or by phone at 651-523.2220

     

     


    Hamline University
    1536 Hewitt Avenue
    Saint Paul, MN 55104-1284
    U.S.A.
    651-523-2800