Navigating Blackboard

What is OneDrive? OneDrive is a cloud storage service that allows users to store files securely online and access them from any device with internet connectivity. It is part of the Microsoft 365 suite and offers seamless integration with various applications, making it a powerful tool for both personal and educational use. Why Use OneDrive? […]

What is LinkedIn Learning? LinkedIn Learning is an online educational platform that offers a vast library of video courses and tutorials across various subjects. It provides learners with access to high-quality content created by industry experts, covering topics such as: Business Technology Creative Skills and so much more! The platform is designed to help individuals […]

What is Akindi? Akindi is an online assessment platform designed to streamline the process of creating, administering, and grading assessments by creating online or paper-based scantrons. It allows instructors to create multiple-choice assessments, quizzes, and exams efficiently while providing a user-friendly interface for both instructors and students.   Why should I Use Akindi? Akindi offers […]

What is Hypothesis? Hypothesis is an open-source web annotation tool that allows users (both instructors and students) to add notes, highlights, and comments to web pages and documents. It enables collaborative learning and critical engagement with texts and other course resources by allowing students and instructors to interact with the content in real-time. Hypothesis can […]

What is the Respondus Lockdown Browser? LockDown Browser is a custom browser that locks down the testing environment within a learning management system. The purpose of the Lockdown Browser is to lock down student computers to uphold academic integrity while taking a test in Blackboard. What are the key Respondus Lockdown Browser features? Here are [...]

What is Leganto? Leganto is a course reading list management tool designed to enhance the teaching and learning experience by enabling instructors to create and manage reading lists for their courses. It integrates seamlessly with learning management systems (LMS) like Blackboard, allowing instructors to curate and share resources with students efficiently. Leganto supports various types [...]

What is the Blackboard AI Design Assistant? Blackboard Ultra has integrated AI technology, known as the AI Design Assistant, to assist instructors with setting up and creating a course. While AI provides many benefits, ensuring the transparency of its actions and the ethical use of data remain an ongoing topic of discussion. Hence, we need [...]

What is the Oklahoma Test Generator, and what does it do? There is an external tool called “Blackboard Test Generator” which was developed by Oklahoma Christian University. This tool can be used to create question banks and import them into Blackboard Ultra. How do I create a question bank using the test generator? Access the […]

What is Panopto? Panopto is Humber’s video platform designed for creating, managing, and sharing video content for educational purposes. It allows instructors to record lectures, create instructional videos, and share visual content with students. This tool enhances learning by providing students with access to recorded materials, facilitating a more flexible and engaging educational experience. Panopto […]

What is OneDrive? OneDrive is a cloud-based storage platform created by Microsoft that allows you to keep your files, photos, and videos automatically backed up and available on all your devices. Learn more about OneDrive here, or in the video below!   Why Should I Use OneDrive? Innovative Learning recommends hosting your files in your […]