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Blackboard Ultra features and functionality update July 2023 (Part 1 of 2)

Blackboard Ultra features and functionality update July 2023 (Part 1 of 2)

Welcome to the first of this two-part blog series, in this first blog, we will introduce some of the latest software updates to Blackboard including: Ability to add images to Learning Modules. Improvements to Module Banner. This blog post will

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Changes to Module LibGuides in Blackboard

Changes to Module LibGuides in Blackboard

We are excited to share that Teesside University has collaborated with Blackboard Consultants to enhance the functionality and user experience of Module LibGuides. This update streamlines administrative tasks for Module Leaders, bringing more efficiency to their work. New for this

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Embracing the ChatGPT Era: QAA’s Guide to Sustainable Assessment Strategies

Embracing the ChatGPT Era: QAA’s Guide to Sustainable Assessment Strategies

Introduction: At Teesside University, we are committed to fostering academic integrity while embracing the potential of cutting-edge technologies. As students gain access to Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT, it becomes crucial for institutions to rethink their assessment and

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Changes to Module Reading Lists in Blackboard

Changes to Module Reading Lists in Blackboard

We are excited to share that Teesside University has collaborated with Blackboard Consultants to enhance the functionality and user experience of Module Reading Lists.  This update streamlines administrative tasks for Module Leaders, bringing more efficiency to their work. New for

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Blackboard Ultra features and functionality update June 2023

Blackboard Ultra features and functionality update June 2023

Introduction The latest software update to Blackboard Ultra (June 2023) includes: Improvements to progress tracking and user interface I Learner Modules. Introduction of image resize functionality in BBU documents Updated BBU favicon icon Ability to delete grade schemas This blog

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Blackboard Ultra features and functionality update May 2023

Blackboard Ultra features and functionality update May 2023

Introduction The latest software update to Blackboard Ultra includes: Upload questions from a file. Announcements in top-level navigation. Changes to how exemptions are handled. Ability to add course links. This blog post will guide you through some of the new

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Blackboard Ultra features and functionality update April 2023

Blackboard Ultra features and functionality update April 2023

Introduction The latest software update to Blackboard Ultra has brought exciting new features and functionality that will enhance the teaching experience for academic staff. These upgrades include a Course Content Title Search, Multiple Grading Schemas, Updates to the Hotspot Question

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Teesside University and Turnitin Inc invite you to “AI in Education” on 28/04

Teesside University and Turnitin Inc invite you to “AI in Education” on 28/04

Together with Turnitin, Teesside University is hosting an institution-wide event bringing together a wide range of academics and practitioners to discuss how we continue to reimagine the support for the development of student’s academic skills in light of generative AI

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Teesside University and Turnitin Inc invite you to “AI in Education” on 28/04

Teesside University and Turnitin Inc invite you to “AI in Education” on 28/04

Together with Turnitin, Teesside University is hosting an institution-wide event bringing together a wide range of academics and practitioners to discuss how we continue to reimagine the support for the development of student’s academic skills in light of generative AI

Simon April 18, 2023April 6, 2023 Featured, LTE Blog No Comments Read more

Teesside University and Turnitin Inc invite you to “AI in Education” on 28/04

Teesside University and Turnitin Inc invite you to “AI in Education” on 28/04

Together with Turnitin, Teesside University is hosting an institution-wide event bringing together a wide range of academics and practitioners to discuss how we continue to reimagine the support for the development of student’s academic skills in light of generative AI

Simon April 13, 2023April 6, 2023 Featured, LTE Blog No Comments Read more
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