MAIN CAMPUS CLASSES (FALL 2008)

Blackboard Basics
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A broad introduction to Blackboard 7 for faculty who are new to Blackboard. Skills covered include configuring a course site, posting content, and using communication tools such as the discussion board. Several features will be explored in more depth in other workshops. Instructors: Susan Pennestri, Gorky Cruz.

Thursday, August 21st, 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM, ICC 227
Monday, August 25th, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM, ICC 227
Wednesday, August 27th, 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM, ICC 227
Tuesday, September 23rd, 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM, ICC 227

Blackboard Communication Tools
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An exploration of the asynchronous and synchronous communication tools in Blackboard, such as the discussion board and built-in email. Also includes an introduction to group creation and management and an overview of features available to groups. Instructors: Susan Pennestri, Peter Janssens, Gorky Cruz.

Friday, August 22nd, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM, ICC 227
Tuesday, August 26th, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM, ICC 227
Thursday, September 25th, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM, ICC 227

Assignments & Assessment in Blackboard
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An introduction to the test and grade management features in Blackboard 7. Blackboard allows instructors to dispense assignments and to create quizzes or exams that are integrated with the course gradebook. The gradebook and the Student Performance Dashboard offer ways to monitor student progress. Participants will learn how to create assignments and tests and how to customize the gradebook. Instructors: Susan Pennestri, Peter Janssens, Groky Cruz.

Friday, August 22nd, 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM, ICC 227
Wednesday, August 27th, 10:30 AM - 12:00PM, ICC 227
Thursday, October 2nd, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM, ICC 227

MEDICAL CENTER INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT CLASSES (FALL 2008)

For the description of classes offered at the Medical Center, go to the Dahlgren Memorial Library Workshops for Blackboard page.