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Blackboard features and functionality update August 2024 (Part 01)

Blackboard features and functionality update August 2024 (Part 01)

The August update to Blackboard introduces enhanced document features in the Content Designer, including diverse content blocks, an improved layout, a persistent menu bar, and the ability to resize and move blocks for more engaging and well-organised content.

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Modules for 24/25 now appearing in Blackboard

Modules for 24/25 now appearing in Blackboard

The blog post announces the availability of new TU courses for the 24/25 academic year, introduces new features in the Blackboard system, and provides guidance on managing course content, reading lists, and video resources.

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Blackboard features and functionality update July 2024

Blackboard features and functionality update July 2024

Introduction Anthology releases monthly incremental updates to their Blackboard software, the July updates bring the following new features and improvements: Improvements to printing tests and assessments. Increased adverts on YouTube videos (from 1st August) This blog post will guide you

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Blackboard features and functionality SaaS update May & June 2024

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May & June Anthology Blackboard monthly functionality updates including the following new features and improvements…

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‘Adobe Education Institute’ event 2024: A Transformative Experience for Educators (June 10th to 14th)

‘Adobe Education Institute’ event 2024:  A Transformative Experience for Educators (June 10th to 14th)

Join the Adobe Education Institute 2024: A Transformative Experience for Educators: June 10th to 14th   The Adobe Education Institute (AEI) 2024 is a conference designed for academic and support staff from Adobe Creative Campus universities. This global event is

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Digital Excellence Impact Case Study – Ruth Boocock

Digital Excellence Impact Case Study – Ruth Boocock

Explore how Ruth Boocock, an associate Professor of Enterprise, Knowledge & Exchange, leveraged Blackboard Test tools for summative assessment.

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Turnitin update April 2024

Turnitin update April 2024

Turnitin has recently released an update that allows previously created assignments to be copied and reused.

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Blackboard features and functionality update April 2024

Blackboard features and functionality update April 2024

Anthology releases monthly incremental updates to their Blackboard software.  The April update brings several exciting new features and improvements.

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Digital Excellence Impact Case Study – Shweta Kuba

Digital Excellence Impact Case Study – Shweta Kuba

Explore how Shweta Kuba, a Senior Lecturer in Bioinformatics, leveraged AI-powered tools to revolutionize teaching practices, enhance student engagement, and create dynamic learning experiences tailored to diverse student needs.

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Exploring AI in Education Workshop – Join Us Tomorrow (10.04.24 @ 14:00)

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Are you intrigued by the potential of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) to revolutionise education? Do you want to explore how GenAI can enhance teaching, learning, and administrative tasks?

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