Blackboard Collaborate

Overview

Blackboard Collaborate (formerly Elluminate Live!) is a live web conferencing platform that allows you to facilitate interactive instruction, help, and meetings to support a 21st-century teaching and learning environment. Features include two-way audio, multi-point video, interactive whiteboard, application and desktop sharing, breakout rooms, session recording and more.

Educational Uses

Virtual classroom instruction
- Distance learning
- Professional development
- Blended learning programs
Webinars
- Remote guest lecturers
- Conferences and seminars

Self-service meetings
- Virtual office hours
- Team projects
- Ad hoc collaboration
- Mentoring and tutoring
- Staff meetings and networking

Self-Paced Learning

Blackboard Collaborate Basic Moderator workshop website - Learn how to use the basics of Blackboard Collaborate as a Moderator. (This website is used in the "Blackboard Collaborate Basic Moderator Workshop Series".)

Related Workshops / Events

Check the Workshops / Events page for this semester's offerings.

Resources

Getting Started - Start here to configure yourself and your computer
Training Materials for Participants and Moderators - How-to instructions, tutorials, and videos. Very helpful!
Troubleshooting - Solutions to common problems
Tips - Handy tips and advice
Support Portal - Blackboard Collaborate's knowledge base and support desk
Blackboard Collaborate YouTube Channel

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Services

Distance Education Faculty

Distance Education Students