Navigating Blackboard and Teams

Learn more about navigating Blackboard and using Microsoft Teams for your classes in the video below.

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Learn how to use Humber Polytechnic’s Learning Management System, Blackboard Ultra, by playing BB Quest! This interactive game created by Innovative Learning will teach students how to log into Blackboard, navigate the different areas within Blackboard, and how to complete tests, assignments and discussion posts. Join Kai and Zephyr as they journey through the mysterious place of Blackboard in search for the hidden treasure! Blackboard Quest is ready whenever you are!
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For the best experience, please launch the game on a desktop or laptop device with a strong internet connection. This game takes approximately 30-45 minutes to complete. We recommend playing the game in one, uninterrupted session to avoid any performance issues. In case you experience any audio issues, navigate away by clicking on a slide from the menu that you’ve already completed, then revisit the next slide to progress in the game.

Best Practices when using Blackboard and Teams

Here are some best practices to make your time in Blackboard and at Humber a great learning experience:

  • Review the Critical Path and Course Outline: These essential documents are found in your Blackboard course site to help you stay on track. Check the Critical Path periodically to ensure that you don’t miss any critical dates.
  • Get to know your fellow students: Check if your instructor has a discussion post for an Introduction/About You so you can get to know your classmates. You can also interact with your student peers in Microsoft Teams.
  • Stay informed and engaged: Read your instructor’s announcements in your course site. They will likely communicate assignments due dates, important course reminders, or schedule for online live class sessions. Take advantage of the Calendar Tool, posting when you need to complete required activities (quizzes, discussions, assignments, etc.).
  • Use Blackboard Messages: This tool is helpful for emailing your instructor about course-related questions. In some cases, they may prefer to be contacted at their @humber.ca email address instead. Please verify your instructor’s preferred contact method at the beginning of the course.
  • Get familiar with Microsoft Teams: as Humber’s official video conferencing platform, you might have online classes or office hours through MS Teams. Here is how to get started with MS Teams:
    1. Download the Microsoft Teams app to your Windows device or macOS. You can also download Teams on your Apple or Android mobile device.
    2. Log In to Teams with your Humber ID credentials (n0123456@humber.ca) and password. For support on installing/accessing Teams, please contact the Humber IT Support Centre.
    3. To access class recordings, please look for a link shared by your instructor in Blackboard or in Teams. Important note: You must be logged into Teams with your Humber credentials to access class recordings.
    4. Download the Quick Start guide for students for information on how to maximize your MS Teams experience.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Visit the I.T. Services website for more information on MFA. Need Additional Help, like with resetting your password? Contact the I.T. Support Centre 416-675-6622 x8888 or review the ITS website for more support.

LinkedIn Learning

LinkedIn Learning is a website dedicated to online learning by providing access to thousands of online video tutorials created by industry experts. The library of videos cover a range of topics including business, design, photography, and education to help you achieve your learning goals. Humber Polytechnic has acquired a campus-wide license to LinkedIn Learning to allow all of it’s faculty, students and staff access to this learning environment.

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Legal / Disclaimer

Please note that LinkedIn Learning services are a third party service not managed by Humber Polytechnic. When using this service you are no longer within the Humber Polytechnic system and as such are subject to the LinkedIn Learning privacy policy and user agreement. By accessing LinkedIn Learning, you consent to the collection and use of your information as set out by LinkedIn Learning. You also acknowledge that LinkedInLearning will store your information on servers located within the United States, either in California or Virginia.

Panopto

This curated list of resources will provide students with instructions and troubleshooting tips for using Panopto. Panopto Instructions for STUDENTS

Find your student record by logging into My Humber to view your final grades.

Students may view their grades for CPL (Continuous Professional Learning) courses by logging into the CPL Learner Portal using their Humber login credentials.

Visit the MyHumber How-to Guides for help with a variety of different tasks, including dropping or adding new courses. You can pay for your online course either online or over the phone. Visit Online Registration for instructions on how to register for your online course. As well, you can find the Office of the Registrar’s contact information on their website.

Contact the Humber Bookstore

Please Note: A textbook may not be required for your online course. Please consult with your course instructor or check your course outline for details. Textbooks and supplies are an additional cost and are not included in course fees.

Most courses are not self-paced. Online courses have firm start and end dates. While you can access your course material anytime, you are expected to complete the course requirements as per the schedule outlined by your teacher in the Critical Path.

Every course is different. Similar to in-class courses, online courses may also evaluate students through a final examination. As well, there may also be midterm tests.

Netiquette

Even though we are interacting in an electronic environment, it is still very important that we set specific guidelines for how we communicate in this site. These guidelines are referred to as netiquette.
The first rule of netiquette is “Remember the Human”. I expect all interactions in this site to have a courteous and professional tone. Here are some acceptable responses to Discussions:

  • “The point you made about … is excellent. I’d like to add that…”
  • “I agree with…., but what about …”
  • “That’s a good point, but in my opinion …”
  • “That’s interesting, however, from my point of view …”
  • “That may be the case, but in my experience …”
  • “A question I have after reading this is …”

Acceptable Use Policy

In addition to netiquette, Humber Polytechnic has an Acceptable Use Policy that governs the acceptable use of all technology found on Humber’s premises or technologies that are associated with Humber. The Acceptable Use Policy is available at Humber: Acceptable Use Policy. It states the specific guidelines for all users of Humber’s infrastructure so that all technologies are used appropriately and responsibly.

Additional Policies

Student Conduct — All students at Humber are expected to be aware and understand the Code of Student Conduct. This document can be found at Humber Polytechnic – Know the Code.

Please find helpful links to Humber’s Accessibility services and policies below:

There are a variety of other student services available to you if you ever need support. Find them below:

For additional information about Academic Integrity, visit the Academic Misconduct section of Humber’s Academic Regulations.

Copyright is the exclusive legal right given to a creator to reproduce, publish, sell or distribute his/her work. All members of the Humber community are required to comply with Canadian copyright law which governs the reproduction, use and distribution of copyrighted materials. This means that the copying, use and distribution of copyright-protected materials, regardless of format, is subject to certain limits and restrictions. For example, photocopying or scanning an entire textbook is not allowed, nor is distributing a scanned book.
See the Humber Libraries Website and the site for additional information regarding copyright and for details on allowable limits.

The Humber Policies & Procedures page includes links to Code of Student Conduct, Accessibility Policy, Human Rights Policy, Fair Dealing Policy and more!
It is also important to understand Humber’s Academic Regulations for your program.