Blackboard

Blackboard is a comprehensive online course management system used for Developmental Studies courses at Bainbridge College. Blackboard offers instructors and teachers a rich learning environment that can support multimedia course content, links to resources anywhere on the World Wide Web, threaded discussion boards, live chat, a whiteboard, online exams, and a course calendar.

Blackboard requires a Windows or a Macintosh computer and the software listed below is recommended. Some courses may have additional software requirements, which your instructor will inform you of.

• Windows -- Microsoft Internet Explorer 4, Netscape 4, or Mozilla 1.5
• Macintosh -- Microsoft Internet Explorer 4, Netscape 4, or Mozilla 1.5
• Sun Java 1.4 (required for instructors and recommended for students)
• Adobe Acrobat Reader
• Windows Media Player
• RealPlayer
• QuickTime
• Macromedia Flash
• Macromedia Shockwave

Students having difficulty with Blackboard should first make sure they have the software listed above installed on their computers. Other sources of trouble for Blackboard users include pop-up blockers, web search toolbars, and spyware.

Toll-free technical support is available for Blackboard by calling (800) 532-4882 between 8am and 4:30pm weekdays or by using the online support request form. The GVTC coordinator at Bainbridge College is Barry Reynolds, who may be reached at (229) 248-2530 or by e-mail at breynold@bainbridge.edu. Bainbridge College Technology Services is also available to provide assistance. Contact us at (229) 249-3903 or e-mail support@bainbridge.edu. All questions about the content of a web course, assignments, tests, and prerequisites should be directed to the instructor.

Blackboard Login -- Log into your Blackboard course.

Student Online Readiness Tool (SORT) -- This site will help you determine whether an online course is right for you.

Blackboard Technical Support Resources -- This site contains tips and information that might help you solve a Blackboard problem on your own.