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Blackboard Faculty Specific Workshops

Blackboard Learn is the Learning Management System (LMS) at the University of Windsor. To provide ongoing, relevant, customized faculty development for utilizing this system, the Centre for Teaching and Learning offers training and support at specific Faculty locations. Below, please sign up for the session associated with your Faculty or Department.

Please note: If you sign up for a session that was intended for a specific Faculty that isn't yours, we will contact you to see about rescheduling in other relevant workshops. Please visit our open workshops to find one just for you!

Online Self-Paced Courses, or Open F-2-F Workshops also Available!

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Thursday, October 2, 2014

Help Desk, Bb Ready, Set Go

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Thursday, October 02, 2014, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Lambton 2103
Instructors: Tim Au-Yeung, Tomas Dobos
This session will provide specific Blackboard Training to Help Desk staff in order to facilitate common tasks such as:
  • adding a GA/TA/Departmental Support to site,
  • adding a file to a Content Area (i.e. Syllabus, PPT, or embed a web link),
  • adding a tool to the course menu,
  • sending an announcement,
  • accessing help.blackboard.com or Lynda.com for specific topic article or video,
  • finding links to virtual classroom/Blackboard Collaborate,
  • accessing the CLEW Import tool,
  • accessing the Export to eGrade tool, and
  • managing other frequently asked questions posed by instructors and students.
  • Topics will be explored through a combination of hands-on practice, role-playing, and accessing commonly used resources.

Friday, April 17, 2015

Getting Started - Espresso Level (Education)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Friday, April 17, 2015, 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Education Building 2223 Computer Lab

This workshop will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment and online learning. Participants will walk through the process of planning, creating and organizing the course menu, the home page, and determining tool availability. Specific topics will be addressed (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations.

** This workshop is recommended as a prerequisite before taking other workshops.

Bb Espresso:

This option will offer a fast-paced more technically driven workshop. This category is suitable for the learner who is confident using learning management system tools, or other online systems, who possesses a high comfort level in learning and adopting new technology.

Tuesday, April 21, 2015

Getting Started - Espresso Level (Business)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Tuesday, April 21, 2015, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Odette Room 507

This workshop will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment and online learning. Participants will walk through the process of planning, creating and organizing the course menu, the home page and determining tool availability. Specific topics will be addressed (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations.

** This workshop is recommended as a prerequisite before taking other workshops.

Bb Espresso:

This option will offer a fast-paced more technically driven workshop. This category is suitable for the learner who is confident using learning management system tools, or other online systems, who possesses a high comfort level in learning and adopting new technology.

Friday, May 15, 2015

Getting Started - Espresso Level (Science)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Friday, May 15, 2015, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Lambton 2103

This workshop will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment and online learning. Participants will walk through the process of planning, creating and organizing the course menu, the home page and determining tool availability. Specific topics will be addressed (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations.

** This workshop is recommended as a prerequisite before taking other workshops

Bb Espresso Level:

This option will offer a fast-paced more technically driven workshop. This category is suitable for the learner who is confident using learning management system tools, or other online systems, who possesses a high comfort level in learning and adopting new technology.

Thursday, May 21, 2015

Getting Started - Espresso Level (Human Kinetics)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Thursday, May 21, 2015, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Human Kinetics Lab Room 248

This workshop will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment and online learning. Participants will walk through the process of planning, creating and organizing the course menu, the home page and determining tool availability. Specific topics will be addressed (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations.

Bb Espresso:

This option will offer a fast-paced more technically driven workshop. This category is suitable for the learner who is confident using learning management system tools, or other online systems, who possesses a high comfort level in learning and adopting new technology.

Tuesday, May 26, 2015

Survivor - Decaf Level (Engineering)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Tuesday, May 26, 2015, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: CEI 3000

You have used CLEW to post your Syllabus, Announcements, Resources, and maybe an externally tracked grade such as a mid-term or final. You want to migrate the previous materials from CLEW into Blackboard, set them up for your next semester, and want to know how to perform the same functions in Blackboard. You don’t want to explore additional tools (just yet) and just want to be able to perform these basic operations in Blackboard. If this description fits your circumstances, then the Survivor course is for you!

Thursday, May 28, 2015

Getting Started - Decaf Level (Engineering)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Thursday, May 28, 2015, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: CEI 3000

This workshop will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment and online learning. Participants will walk through the process of planning, creating and organizing the course menu, the home page and determining tool availability. Specific topics will be addressed (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations.

** This workshop is recommended as a prerequisite before taking other workshops.

Bb Decaf Level:

This option will offer a relaxed, and slower-paced workshop by placing an emphasis on step-by step learning. This category is suitable for the emerging technical explorer or the learner who is new to using learning management systems.

Friday, June 5, 2015

Getting Started - Decaf Level (Nursing)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Friday, June 05, 2015, 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Toldo 108

This workshop will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment and online learning. Participants will walk through the process of planning, creating and organizing the course menu, the home page and determining tool availability. Specific topics will be addressed (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations.

** This workshop is recommended as a prerequisite before taking other workshops

Pace - Bb Decaf Level

This option will offer a relaxed, and slower-paced workshop by placing an emphasis on step-by step learning. This category is suitable for the emerging technical explorer or the learner who is new to using learning management systems.

Tuesday, June 9, 2015

Getting Started - Espresso Level (Nursing)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Tuesday, June 09, 2015, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Medical Education Building Computer Lab 2128

This workshop will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment and online learning. Participants will walk through the process of planning, creating and organizing the course menu, the home page, and determining tool availability. Specific topics will be addressed (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations.

** This workshop is recommended as a prerequisite before taking other workshops.

Bb Espresso:

This option will offer a fast-paced more technically driven workshop. This category is suitable for the learner who is confident using learning management system tools, or other online systems, who possesses a high comfort level in learning and adopting new technology.

Tuesday, June 16, 2015

Getting Started - Decaf Level (Law)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Tuesday, June 16, 2015, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: PML Library Lab B

This workshop will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment and online learning. Participants will walk through the process of planning, creating and organizing the course menu, the home page and determining tool availability. Specific topics will be addressed (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations.

** This workshop is recommended as a prerequisite before taking other workshops.

Bb Decaf Level:

This option will offer a relaxed, and slower-paced workshop by placing an emphasis on step-by step learning. This category is suitable for the emerging technical explorer or the learner who is new to using learning management systems.

Tuesday, June 23, 2015

Getting Started - Decaf Level (Business)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Tuesday, June 23, 2015, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Odette Room 507

This workshop will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment and online learning. Participants will walk through the process of planning, creating and organizing the course menu, the home page and determining tool availability. Specific topics will be addressed time permitting, through Q & A, and possible demonstrations.

** This workshop is recommended as a prerequisite before taking other workshops.

Bb Decaf Level:

This option will offer a relaxed, and slower-paced workshop by placing an emphasis on step-by step learning. This category is suitable for the emerging technical explorer or the learner who is new to using learning management systems.

Thursday, June 25, 2015

Getting Started - Decaf Level (Business)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Thursday, June 25, 2015, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Odette Room 507

This workshop will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment and online learning. Participants will walk through the process of planning, creating and organizing the course menu, the home page and determining tool availability. Specific topics will be addressed (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations.

** This workshop is recommended as a prerequisite before taking other workshops

Pace - Bb Decaf Level

This option will offer a relaxed, and slower-paced workshop by placing an emphasis on step-by step learning. This category is suitable for the emerging technical explorer or the learner who is new to using learning management systems.

Thursday, July 2, 2015

Getting Started - Decaf Level (Business)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Thursday, July 02, 2015, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Odette Room 507
Instructors: Lorna Stolarchuk

This workshop will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment and online learning. Participants will walk through the process of planning, creating and organizing the course menu, the home page, and determining tool availability. Specific topics will be addressed (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations.

** This workshop is recommended as a prerequisite before taking other workshops.

Bb Decaf Level:

This option will offer a relaxed, and slower-paced workshop by placing an emphasis on step-by-step learning. This category is suitable for the emerging technical explorer or the learner who is new to using learning management systems.

Tuesday, July 7, 2015

Getting Started - Decaf Level (FAHSS)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Tuesday, July 07, 2015, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Erie G125

This workshop will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment and online learning. Participants will walk through the process of planning, creating and organizing the course menu, the home page and determining tool availability. Specific topics will be addressed (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations.

** This workshop is recommended as a prerequisite before taking other workshops

Bb Decaf Level:

This option will offer a relaxed, and slower-paced workshop by placing an emphasis on step-by-step learning. This category is suitable for the emerging technical explorer or the learner who is new to using learning management systems.

Thursday, July 9, 2015

Getting Started - Espresso Level (Science)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Thursday, July 09, 2015, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Lambton 2103
Instructors: Lorna Stolarchuk

This workshop will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment and online learning. Participants will walk through the process of planning, creating and organizing the course menu, the home page and determining tool availability. Specific topics will be addressed (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations.

** This workshop is recommended as a prerequisite before taking other workshops.

Bb Espresso:

This option will offer a fast-paced more technically driven workshop. This category is suitable for the learner who is confident using learning management system tools, or other online systems, who possesses a high comfort level in learning and adopting new technology.

Tuesday, July 14, 2015

Getting Started - Espresso Level (Science)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Tuesday, July 14, 2015, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Medical Education Building Computer Lab 2128
Instructors: Lorna Stolarchuk

This workshop will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment and online learning. Participants will walk through the process of planning, creating and organizing the course menu, the home page and determining tool availability. Specific topics will be addressed (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations.

** This workshop is recommended as a prerequisite before taking other workshops.

Bb Espresso:

This option will offer a fast-paced more technically driven workshop. This category is suitable for the learner who is confident using learning management system tools, or other online systems, who possesses a high comfort level in learning and adopting new technology.

Thursday, July 16, 2015

Getting Started - Espresso Level (Science)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Thursday, July 16, 2015, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Medical Education Building Computer Lab 2128
Instructors: Lorna Stolarchuk

This workshop will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment and online learning. Participants will walk through the process of planning, creating and organizing the course menu, the home page and determining tool availability. Specific topics will be addressed (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations.

** This workshop is recommended as a prerequisite before taking other workshops.

Bb Decaf Level:

This option will offer a relaxed, and slower-paced workshop by placing an emphasis on step-by-step learning. This category is suitable for the emerging technical explorer or the learner who is new to using learning management systems.

Thursday, August 6, 2015

Optional Event: Introduction to Blackboard, our Learning Management System - Decaf Level

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Thursday, August 06, 2015, 01:30 PM – 03:00 PM
Location: Leddy Library Rm 305

This workshop will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment and online learning. Participants will walk through the process of organizing the course menu, adding material to your site, and determining tool availability. Specific topics will be addressed (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations.

** This workshop is recommended as a prerequisite before taking other Blackboard workshops.

Bb Decaf Level:

This option will offer a relaxed, and slower-paced workshop by placing an emphasis on step-by-step learning. This category is suitable for the emerging technical explorer or the learner who is new to using learning management systems.

Friday, August 14, 2015

Getting Started - Decaf Level (FAHSS)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Friday, August 14, 2015, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Erie G125
Instructors: Lorna Stolarchuk

This workshop will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment and online learning. Participants will walk through the process of planning, creating and organizing the course menu, the home page and determining tool availability. Specific topics will be addressed (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations.

** This workshop is recommended as a prerequisite before taking other workshops

Bb Decaf Level:

This option will offer a relaxed, and slower-paced workshop by placing an emphasis on step-by-step learning. This category is suitable for the emerging technical explorer or the learner who is new to using learning management systems.

Tuesday, August 18, 2015

Getting Started - Decaf Level (FAHSS)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Tuesday, August 18, 2015, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Erie G125

This workshop will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment and online learning. Participants will walk through the process of planning, creating and organizing the course menu, the home page and determining tool availability. Specific topics will be addressed (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations.

** This workshop is recommended as a prerequisite before taking other workshops

Bb Decaf Level:

This option will offer a relaxed, and slower-paced workshop by placing an emphasis on step-by-step learning. This category is suitable for the emerging technical explorer or the learner who is new to using learning management systems.

Wednesday, August 19, 2015

Getting Started - Decaf Level (Law)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Wednesday, August 19, 2015, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Erie G125

This workshop will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment and online learning. Participants will walk through the process of planning, creating and organizing the course menu, the home page and determining tool availability. Specific topics will be addressed (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations.

** This workshop is recommended as a prerequisite before taking other workshops.

Bb Decaf Level:

This option will offer a relaxed, and slower-paced workshop by placing an emphasis on step-by step learning. This category is suitable for the emerging technical explorer or the learner who is new to using learning management systems.

Monday, August 24, 2015

1:00 PM

Law - Lunch and Learn - Getting Started

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Monday, August 24, 2015, 01:00 PM – 02:30 PM
Location: PML Library Lab B
Instructors: Allyson Skene

This workshop will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment and online learning. Participants will walk through the process of planning, creating and organizing the course menu, the home page and determining tool availability. Specific topics will be addressed (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations.

** This workshop is recommended as a prerequisite before taking other workshops.

Bb Decaf Level:

This option will offer a relaxed, and slower-paced workshop by placing an emphasis on step-by step learning. This category is suitable for the emerging technical explorer or the learner who is new to using learning management systems.

2:30 PM

Law - Putting it All Together - Drop-In

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Monday, August 24, 2015, 02:30 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: PML Library Lab B
Instructors: Allyson Skene
Faculty of Law staff and faculty, can stop by during this drop-in session to have their questions answered about course development and deployment. If you would like some support while putting your course together, you can drop by and work on the computers available in the lab.

Tuesday, August 25, 2015

Getting Started - Decaf Level (Education)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Tuesday, August 25, 2015, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Faculty of Education Lab
Instructors: Lorna Stolarchuk

This workshop will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment and online learning. Participants will walk through the process of planning, creating and organizing the course menu, the home page and determining tool availability. Specific topics will be addressed (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations.

** This workshop is recommended as a prerequisite before taking other workshops.

Bb Decaf Level:

This option will offer a relaxed, and slower-paced workshop by placing an emphasis on step-by-step learning. This category is suitable for the emerging technical explorer or the learner who is new to using learning management systems.

Wednesday, August 26, 2015

Help Desk, Bb Ready, Set Go

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Wednesday, August 26, 2015, 02:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Lambton 2103
This session will provide specific Blackboard Training to Help Desk staff in order to facilitate common tasks such as:
  • adding a GA/TA/Departmental Support to site,
  • adding a file to a Content Area (i.e. Syllabus, PPT, or embed a web link),
  • adding a tool to the course menu,
  • sending an announcement,
  • accessing help.blackboard.com or Lynda.com for specific topic article or video,
  • finding links to virtual classroom/Blackboard Collaborate,
  • accessing the CLEW Import tool,
  • accessing the Export to eGrade tool, and
  • managing other frequently asked questions posed by instructors and students.
  • Topics will be explored through a combination of hands-on practice, role-playing, and accessing commonly used resources.

Wednesday, September 2, 2015

Nursing - Sessional Orientation

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Wednesday, September 02, 2015, 02:25 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Toldo 108
This session will cover the basics of getting started with using Blackboard Learn for University of Windsor Nursing courses, largely focussing on the clinical course. Topics include - navigation in Blackboard, Home Page, Announcements, digital CPE tool, Clinical Client Assignment, Assignment tab (that lists the journals, learning plan), Resources connected directly to the Clinical Resource Centre, Email tool, and Help links in a course site.

Tuesday, September 8, 2015

9:00 AM

Drop-In Session (Education)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Tuesday, September 08, 2015, 09:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Location: Education Building 2223 Computer Lab
Instructors: Pierre Boulos
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS NOT A WORKSHOP. If you are in the Faculty of Education, and you have a last minute "How do I get Blackboard to do . . . ?" we are there to support you! We are in your building several times during the critical first few weeks of the Fall 2015, so you can stop by to get a tip or two. Bring your laptop if possible.

11:30 AM

Drop-In Session (Human Kinetics)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Tuesday, September 08, 2015, 11:30 AM – 05:00 PM
Location: Human Kinetics Lab Room 248
Instructors: Tim Au-YeungStudent
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS NOT A WORKSHOP. If you are in the Faculty of Human Kinetics, and you have a last minute "How do I get Blackboard to do . . . ?" we are there to support you! We are in your building several times during the critical first few weeks of the Fall 2015, so you can stop by to get a tip or two. Bring your laptop if possible.

1:00 PM

Drop-In Session (Law)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Tuesday, September 08, 2015, 01:00 PM – 05:00 PM
Location: Judge's Chambers- Law G103
Instructors: Tomas Dobos
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS NOT A WORKSHOP. If you are in the Faculty of Law, and you have a last minute "How do I get Blackboard to do . . . ?" we are there to support you! We are in your building several times during the critical first few weeks of the Fall 2015, so you can stop by to get a tip or two. Bring your laptop if possible.

1:05 PM

Drop-In Session (Business)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Tuesday, September 08, 2015, 01:05 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Odette 201
Instructors: Lorna Stolarchuk
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS NOT A WORKSHOP. If you are in the Odette School of Business, and you have a last minute "How do I get Blackboard to do . . . ?" we are there to support you! We are in your building several times during the critical first few weeks of the Fall 2015, so you can stop by to get a tip or two. Bring your laptop if possible.

Wednesday, September 9, 2015

9:00 AM

Drop-In Session (Education)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Wednesday, September 09, 2015, 09:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Location: Education Building 2223 Computer Lab
Instructors: Pierre Boulos
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS NOT A WORKSHOP. If you are in the Faculty of Education, and you have a last minute "How do I get Blackboard to do . . . ?" we are there to support you! We are in your building several times during the critical first few weeks of the Fall 2015, so you can stop by to get a tip or two. Bring your laptop if possible.

Drop-In Session (Law)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Wednesday, September 09, 2015, 09:00 AM – 02:00 PM
Location: Judge's Chambers- Law G103
Instructors: Tomas Dobos
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS NOT A WORKSHOP. If you are in any Faculty, and you have a last minute "How do I get Blackboard to do . . . ?" we are there to support you! We are in your building several times during the critical first few weeks of the Fall 2015, so you can stop by to get a tip or two. Bring your laptop if possible.

12:30 PM

Human Kinetics - Blackboard Drop-In Session

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Wednesday, September 09, 2015, 12:30 PM – 05:00 PM
Location: Human Kinetics Lab Room 248
Instructors: Tim Au-YeungStudent
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS NOT A WORKSHOP. If you are in the Faculty of Human Kinetics, and you have a last minute "How do I get Blackboard to do . . . ?" we are there to support you! We are in your building several times during the critical first few weeks of the Fall 2015, so you can stop by to get a tip or two. Bring your laptop if possible.

1:00 PM

Drop-In Session (Business)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Wednesday, September 09, 2015, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Odette 201
Instructors: Lorna Stolarchuk
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS NOT A WORKSHOP. If you are in the Odette School of Business, and you have a last minute "How do I get Blackboard to do . . . ?" we are there to support you! We are in your building several times during the critical first few weeks of the Fall 2015, so you can stop by to get a tip or two. Bring your laptop if possible.

Thursday, September 10, 2015

12:00 PM

Drop-In Session (Human Kinetics)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Thursday, September 10, 2015, 12:00 PM – 05:00 PM
Location: Human Kinetics Lab Room 248
Instructors: Tim Au-YeungStudent
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS NOT A WORKSHOP. If you are in the Faculty of Human Kinetics, and you have a last minute "How do I get Blackboard to do . . . ?" we are there to support you! We are in your building several times during the critical first few weeks of the Fall 2015, so you can stop by to get a tip or two. Bring your laptop if possible.

1:00 PM

Drop-In Session (Law)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Thursday, September 10, 2015, 01:00 PM – 05:00 PM
Location: Judge's Chambers- Law G103
Instructors: Tomas Dobos
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS NOT A WORKSHOP. If you are in any Faculty, and you have a last minute "How do I get Blackboard to do . . . ?" we are there to support you! We are in your building several times during the critical first few weeks of the Fall 2015, so you can stop by to get a tip or two. Bring your laptop if possible.

Friday, September 11, 2015

9:30 AM

Drop-In Session (Business)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Friday, September 11, 2015, 09:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Odette 201
Instructors: Lorna Stolarchuk
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS NOT A WORKSHOP. If you are in the Odette School of Business, and you have a last minute "How do I get Blackboard to do . . . ?" we are there to support you! We are in your building several times during the critical first few weeks of the Fall 2015, so you can stop by to get a tip or two. Bring your laptop if possible.

1:00 PM

Drop-In Session (Law)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Friday, September 11, 2015, 01:00 PM – 03:00 PM
Location: Judge's Chambers- Law G103
Instructors: Tomas Dobos
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS NOT A WORKSHOP. If you are in any Faculty, and you have a last minute "How do I get Blackboard to do . . . ?" we are there to support you! We are in your building several times during the critical first few weeks of the Fall 2015, so you can stop by to get a tip or two. Bring your laptop if possible.

Monday, September 14, 2015

9:00 AM

Drop-In Session (Law)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Monday, September 14, 2015, 09:00 AM – 02:00 PM
Location: Judge's Chambers- Law G103
Instructors: Tomas Dobos
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS NOT A WORKSHOP. If you are in any Faculty, and you have a last minute "How do I get Blackboard to do . . . ?" we are there to support you! We are in your building several times during the critical first few weeks of the Fall 2015, so you can stop by to get a tip or two. Bring your laptop if possible.

12:00 PM

Drop-In Session (Nursing)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Monday, September 14, 2015, 12:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Toldo 108
Instructors: Allyson Skene
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS NOT A WORKSHOP. If you are in the Odette School of Business, and you have a last minute "How do I get Blackboard to do . . . ?" we are there to support you! We are in your building several times during the critical first few weeks of the Fall 2015, so you can stop by to get a tip or two. Bring your laptop if possible.

Tuesday, September 15, 2015

Drop-In Session (Law)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Tuesday, September 15, 2015, 01:00 PM – 05:00 PM
Location: Judge's Chambers- Law G103
Instructors: Tomas Dobos
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS NOT A WORKSHOP. If you are in any Faculty, and you have a last minute "How do I get Blackboard to do . . . ?" we are there to support you! We are in your building several times during the critical first few weeks of the Fall 2015, so you can stop by to get a tip or two. Bring your laptop if possible.

Wednesday, September 16, 2015

9:00 AM

Drop-In Session (Law)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Wednesday, September 16, 2015, 09:00 AM – 02:00 PM
Location: Judge's Chambers- Law G103
Instructors: Tomas Dobos
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS NOT A WORKSHOP. If you are in any Faculty, and you have a last minute "How do I get Blackboard to do . . . ?" we are there to support you! We are in your building several times during the critical first few weeks of the Fall 2015, so you can stop by to get a tip or two. Bring your laptop if possible.

11:30 AM

Human Kinetics - Blackboard Drop-In Session

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Wednesday, September 16, 2015, 11:30 AM – 03:30 PM
Location: Human Kinetics Lab Room 248
Instructors: Tim Au-YeungStudent
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS NOT A WORKSHOP. If you are in the Faculty of Human Kinetics, and you have a last minute "How do I get Blackboard to do . . . ?" we are there to support you! We are in your building several times during the critical first few weeks of the Fall 2015, so you can stop by to get a tip or two. Bring your laptop if possible.

12:00 PM

Drop-In Session (Nursing)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Wednesday, September 16, 2015, 12:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Toldo 108
Instructors: Allyson Skene
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS NOT A WORKSHOP. If you are in the Odette School of Business, and you have a last minute "How do I get Blackboard to do . . . ?" we are there to support you! We are in your building several times during the critical first few weeks of the Fall 2015, so you can stop by to get a tip or two. Bring your laptop if possible.

1:00 PM

Drop-In Session (Business)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Wednesday, September 16, 2015, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Odette 201
Instructors: Lorna Stolarchuk
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS NOT A WORKSHOP. If you are in the Odette School of Business, and you have a last minute "How do I get Blackboard to do . . . ?" we are there to support you! We are in your building several times during the critical first few weeks of the Fall 2015, so you can stop by to get a tip or two. Bring your laptop if possible.

Thursday, September 17, 2015

9:00 AM

Drop-In Session (Education)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Thursday, September 17, 2015, 09:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Location: Education Building 2223 Computer Lab
Instructors: Lorna Stolarchuk
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS NOT A WORKSHOP. If you are in the Faculty of Education, and you have a last minute "How do I get Blackboard to do . . . ?" we are there to support you! We are in your building several times during the critical first few weeks of the Fall 2015, so you can stop by to get a tip or two. Bring your laptop if possible.

1:00 PM

Drop-In Session (Law)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Thursday, September 17, 2015, 01:00 PM – 05:00 PM
Location: Judge's Chambers- Law G103
Instructors: Tomas Dobos
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS NOT A WORKSHOP. If you are in any Faculty, and you have a last minute "How do I get Blackboard to do . . . ?" we are there to support you! We are in your building several times during the critical first few weeks of the Fall 2015, so you can stop by to get a tip or two. Bring your laptop if possible.

1:01 PM

Drop-In Session (Business)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Thursday, September 17, 2015, 01:01 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Odette 201
Instructors: Lorna Stolarchuk
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS NOT A WORKSHOP. If you are in the Odette School of Business, and you have a last minute "How do I get Blackboard to do . . . ?" we are there to support you! We are in your building several times during the critical first few weeks of the Fall 2015, so you can stop by to get a tip or two. Bring your laptop if possible.

Friday, September 18, 2015

Drop-In Session (Business)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Friday, September 18, 2015, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Odette 201
Instructors: Lorna Stolarchuk
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS NOT A WORKSHOP. If you are in the Odette School of Business, and you have a last minute "How do I get Blackboard to do . . . ?" we are there to support you! We are in your building several times during the critical first few weeks of the Fall 2015, so you can stop by to get a tip or two. Bring your laptop if possible.

Law-Blackboard Drop-In Session

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Friday, September 18, 2015, 01:00 PM – 03:00 PM
Location: Judge's Chambers- Law G103
Instructors: Tomas Dobos
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS NOT A WORKSHOP. If you are in any Faculty, and you have a last minute "How do I get Blackboard to do . . . ?" we are there to support you! We are in your building several times during the critical first few weeks of the Fall 2015, so you can stop by to get a tip or two. Bring your laptop if possible.

Monday, September 21, 2015

Drop-In Session (Nursing)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Monday, September 21, 2015, 02:00 PM – 06:00 PM
Location: Toldo 108
Instructors: Allyson Skene
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS NOT A WORKSHOP. If you are in Nursing, and you have a last minute "How do I get Blackboard to do . . . ?" we are there to support you! We are in your building several times during the critical first few weeks of the Fall 2015, so you can stop by to get a tip or two. Bring your laptop if possible.

Wednesday, September 23, 2015

Drop-In Session (Nursing)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Wednesday, September 23, 2015, 02:00 PM – 06:00 PM
Location: Toldo 108
Instructors: Allyson Skene
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS NOT A WORKSHOP. If you are in Nursing, and you have a last minute "How do I get Blackboard to do . . . ?" we are there to support you! We are in your building several times during the critical first few weeks of the Fall 2015, so you can stop by to get a tip or two. Bring your laptop if possible.

Wednesday, September 30, 2015

Women's and Gender Studies - Getting Started GS-F2F-F15-DC-09-15

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Wednesday, September 30, 2015, 12:00 PM – 02:00 PM
Location: Erie G125
Instructors: Allyson Skene

This workshop will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment and online learning. Participants will walk through the process of organizing the course menu, adding material to your site, and determining tool availability. Specific topics will be addressed (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations.

** This workshop is recommended as a prerequisite before taking other Blackboard workshops.

Bb Decaf Level:

This option will offer a relaxed, and slower-paced workshop by placing an emphasis on step-by-step learning. This category is suitable for the emerging technical explorer or the learner who is new to using learning management systems.

Friday, October 2, 2015

Help Desk, Bb Ready, Set Go

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Friday, October 02, 2015, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Lambton 2103
Instructors: Tim Au-Yeung, Tomas Dobos
This session will provide specific Blackboard Training to Help Desk staff in order to facilitate common tasks such as:
  • adding a GA/TA/Departmental Support to site,
  • adding a file to a Content Area (i.e. Syllabus, PPT, or embed a web link),
  • adding a tool to the course menu,
  • sending an announcement,
  • accessing help.blackboard.com or Lynda.com for specific topic article or video,
  • finding links to virtual classroom/Blackboard Collaborate,
  • accessing the CLEW Import tool,
  • accessing the Export to eGrade tool, and
  • managing other frequently asked questions posed by instructors and students.
  • Topics will be explored through a combination of hands-on practice, role-playing, and accessing commonly used resources.

Tuesday, October 6, 2015

Grade Center - Espresso Level (Business)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Tuesday, October 06, 2015, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Erie G125

In this workshop, participants (from Odette School of Business and Faculty of Education) will learn how to navigate the Grade Center, and customize it to suit their needs. They will learn how to create columns to manage and calculate grades. Participants will learn how to add color rules to the Grade Center to provide visual indicators to interpret information quickly. Participants will learn how to use the Needs Grading page to increase instructor efficiency. Finally, they will learn how to add and manage grades, including grading test and assignment submissions.
Please note: Participants must have either taken the Getting Started workshop, or have fully completed the Introduction to Blackboard online course, with evidence of quizzes completed prior to taking this workshop.
Bb Espresso:
This option will offer a fast-paced more technically driven workshop. This category is suitable for the learner who is confident using learning management system tools, or other online systems, who possesses a high comfort level in learning and adopting new technology.

Tuesday, October 20, 2015

Drop-In Session (Education and Nursing)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Tuesday, October 20, 2015, 09:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Toldo 108
Please Note: This is NOT a workshop.
Do you have any Blackboard questions, with a particular emphasis on the Grade Centre or grading components in your course? If so, feel free to drop by and chat with the Blackboard specialists to find your answers. First-come-first-served.

Thursday, October 22, 2015

Grade Center - Decaf Level (Law)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Thursday, October 22, 2015, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: PML Library Lab B
Instructors: Lorna Stolarchuk

In this workshop, participants (from the Faculty of Law) will learn how to navigate the Grade Center, and customize it to suit their needs. They will learn how to create columns to manage and calculate grades. Participants will learn how to add color rules to the Grade Center to provide visual indicators to interpret information quickly. Participants will learn how to use the Needs Grading page to increase instructor efficiency. Finally, they will learn how to add and manage grades, including grading test and assignment submissions.
Please note: Participants must have either taken the Getting Started workshop, or have fully completed the Introduction to Blackboard online course, with evidence of quizzes completed prior to taking this workshop.
Bb Decaf Level:
This option will offer a relaxed, and slower-paced workshop by placing an emphasis on step-by step learning. This category is suitable for the emerging technical explorer or the learner who is new to using learning management systems.

Tuesday, October 27, 2015

Grade Center - Decaf Level (Business)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Tuesday, October 27, 2015, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Erie G125
Instructors: Tomas Dobos, Allyson Skene

In this workshop, participants (from the Odette School of Business) will learn how to navigate the Grade Center, and customize it to suit their needs. They will learn how to create columns to manage and calculate grades. Participants will learn how to add color rules to the Grade Center to provide visual indicators to interpret information quickly. Participants will learn how to use the Needs Grading page to increase instructor efficiency. Finally, they will learn how to add and manage grades, including grading test and assignment submissions.
Please note: Participants must have either taken the Getting Started workshop or be comfortable and already be working in Blackboard this semester to gain the most benefit from this workshop.
Bb Decaf Level:
This option will offer a relaxed, and slower-paced workshop by placing an emphasis on step-by step learning. This category is suitable for the emerging technical explorer or the learner who is new to using learning management systems.

Friday, November 13, 2015

Getting Started - Espresso Level (Engineering)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Friday, November 13, 2015, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: CEI 1181 Computer Lab

For instructors and assistants from the Faculty of Engineering.
This workshop will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment and online learning. Participants will walk through the process of planning, creating and organizing the course menu, the home page and determining tool availability. Specific topics will be addressed (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations.
** This workshop is recommended as a prerequisite before taking other workshops.
Bb Espresso:
This option will offer a fast-paced more technically driven workshop. This category is suitable for the learner who is confident using learning management system tools, or other online systems, who possesses a high comfort level in learning and adopting new technology.

Tuesday, November 24, 2015

Survivor - Decaf Level (Engineering)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Tuesday, November 24, 2015, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: CEI 1181 Computer Lab
Instructors: Tomas Dobos, Daniela Pusca, Allyson Skene

For instructors and assistants from the Faculty of Engineering.
You have used CLEW to post your Syllabus, Announcements, Resources, and maybe an externally tracked grade such as a mid-term or final. You want to migrate the previous materials from CLEW into Blackboard, set them up for your next semester, and want to know how to perform the same functions in Blackboard. You don’t want to explore additional tools (just yet) and just want to be able to perform these basic operations in Blackboard. If this description fits your circumstances, then the Survivor course is for you!
Bb Decaf Level:
This option will offer a relaxed, and slower-paced workshop by placing an emphasis on step-by step learning. This category is suitable for the emerging technical explorer or the learner who is new to using learning management systems.

Wednesday, December 16, 2015

Getting Started - Decaf Level (Nursing)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Wednesday, December 16, 2015, 01:30 PM – 04:30 PM
Location: Erie G125

This workshop will introduce instructors (from Faculty of Nursing, FAHSS or Science) to the Blackboard Learn environment and online learning. Participants will walk through the process of organizing the course menu, explore standard tools such as Announcements, Email, integrate and determine tool and site availability, and explore UWindsor specific tools. Specific topics will be addressed - such as using the Nursing CPE tool or other specifics (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations
** This workshop is recommended as a prerequisite before taking other workshops.
Bb Decaf Level:
This option will offer a relaxed, and slower-paced workshop by placing an emphasis on step-by-step learning. This category is suitable for the emerging technical explorer or the learner who is new to using learning management systems.

Wednesday, February 10, 2016

Name Your Topic!

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Wednesday, February 10, 2016, 03:00 PM – 03:45 PM
Location: Essex Hall - 237
Discussed possible configurations and functionality in Blackboard Organization sites for the Academic Standing Committee, and a general use Instructor's site. Included tools discussed were: Course Messages, Email, Groups, integration with FluidSurveys, Assignments, Outlook.

Thursday, February 11, 2016

Getting Started - Decaf Level (Social Work)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Thursday, February 11, 2016, 12:30 PM – 02:30 PM
Location: Pitt-Ferry, Rm. 117
This workshop will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment and online learning. Participants will walk through the process of planning, creating and organizing the course menu, the home page and determining tool availability. Specific topics will be addressed (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations
** This workshop is recommended as a prerequisite before taking other workshops.
Bb Decaf Level:
This option will offer a relaxed, and slower-paced workshop by placing an emphasis on step-by-step learning. This category is suitable for the emerging technical explorer or the learner who is new to using learning management systems.

Thursday, February 25, 2016

Troubleshooting the Grade Center (FAHSS)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Thursday, February 25, 2016, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Erie G125
In this combination information and drop-in session, you will find out about the common tricks and pitfalls that we’ve learned about through the Fall semester, so you can avoid them in your course! Topics include:
  • Managing columns
  • Uploading and downloading
  • Getting calculations right
  • Troubleshooting attempts (assignments and tests)
  • Optimizing categories
  • Exporting to eGrade
The session will feature a one-hour demonstration of the above topics, followed by a drop-in informal style of question and answer session for specific cases from the audience.

Wednesday, March 9, 2016

Troubleshooting the Grade Center (Science)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Wednesday, March 09, 2016, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Biology 122
In this combination information and drop-in session, you will find out about the common tricks and pitfalls that we’ve learned about through the Fall semester, so you can avoid them in your course! Topics include:
  • Managing columns
  • Uploading and downloading
  • Getting calculations right
  • Troubleshooting attempts (assignments and tests)
  • Optimizing categories
  • Exporting to eGrade
The session will feature a demonstration of the above topics (approximately 1.5 hours), followed by a drop-in informal style of question and answer session for specific cases from the audience.

Monday, June 20, 2016

Getting Started - Decaf Level (Computer Science Staff)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Monday, June 20, 2016, 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Lambton 2103
Instructors: Lorna Stolarchuk

This workshop, for Computer Science staff only, will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment and online learning. Participants will walk through the process of planning, creating and organizing the course menu, the home page and determining tool availability. Specific topics will be addressed (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations
** This workshop is recommended as a prerequisite before taking other workshops.
Bb Decaf Level:
This option will offer a relaxed, and slower-paced workshop by placing an emphasis on step-by-step learning. This category is suitable for the emerging technical explorer or the learner who is new to using learning management systems.

Tuesday, July 5, 2016

Getting Started - Decaf Level (CEPE Instructors)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Tuesday, July 05, 2016, 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: 300-K, 167 Ferry Street
This workshop (for instructors invited by the Centre for Professional and Executive Education (CEPE) only), will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment and online learning. Participants will walk through the process of planning, creating and organising the course menu, the home page and determining tool availability. Specific topics will be addressed including adding an assignment, adding a Grade Centre column, exporting a spreadsheet, and setting sites to be available. Additional topics may be addressed through Q & A, and possible demonstrations (time permitting).

** This workshop is recommended as a prerequisite before taking other workshops
Bb Decaf Level:
This option will offer a relaxed, and slower-paced workshop by placing an emphasis on step-by-step learning. This category is suitable for the emerging technical explorer or the learner who is new to using learning management systems.

Wednesday, July 6, 2016

CEPE Instructors Only - Principles, Pedagogy and Planning in Online Learning

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Wednesday, July 06, 2016, 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: 300-K, 167 Ferry Street
Instructors: Nick Baker
This half-day session focuses on best practices for blended or online learning course design for CEPE instructors only. This workshop will include activities that will introduce you to effective ways to foster active learning and student engagement in a blended or online environment, including creating activities to inspire deep learning, effective online communication strategies, and designing and converting courses to online formats. Participants will use common course design models to begin to plan online learning approaches in their own courses.

Wednesday, August 10, 2016

Optional Event: Introduction to Blackboard, our Learning Management System - Espresso Level

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Wednesday, August 10, 2016, 01:30 PM – 03:00 PM
Location: Erie G125
This workshop will introduce new faculty members to the Blackboard Learn environment. Participants will walk through the process of organizing the course menu, adding material to your site, and determining tool availability. Specific topics will be addressed (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations.**
This workshop is recommended as a prerequisite before taking other Blackboard workshops.
Bb Decaf Level:
This option will offer a relaxed, and slower-paced workshop by placing an emphasis on step-by-step learning. This category is suitable for the emerging technical explorer or the learner who is new to using learning management systems.

Monday, August 29, 2016

11:30 AM

Blackboard Overview (Education)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Monday, August 29, 2016, 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Education - 2220
Instructors: Lorna Stolarchuk
In this session, participants will find out about the common questions instructors have when getting started with Blackboard including - how to get a course site, adding students, making the site available to students, and hearing about some useful tools found in the Blackboard environment.

2:15 PM

Getting Started - Decaf Level (Nursing)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Monday, August 29, 2016, 02:15 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Toldo 108
Instructors: Lorna Stolarchuk

This workshop will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment. Participants will walk through the process of planning, creating and organizing the course menu, the home page and determining tool availability. Specific topics will be addressed (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations.

** This workshop is recommended as a prerequisite before taking other workshops

Pace - Bb Decaf Level

This option will offer a relaxed, and slower-paced workshop by placing an emphasis on step-by-step learning. This category is suitable for the emerging technical explorer or the learner who is new to using learning management systems.

Monday, September 12, 2016

Journals, Assignments, and Grade Centre

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Monday, September 12, 2016, 03:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Lambton 2103
Instructors: Lorna Stolarchuk
Discussed various options regarding the Journals, Assignments and Grade Centre tool, along with some pedagogical concepts related to the various types of assignments for the class.

Friday, September 16, 2016

Women and Gender Studies Group Only - Using the Grade Centre - Simple Scenarios

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Friday, September 16, 2016, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Lambton 2103
Instructors: Lorna Stolarchuk
Participants will explore using Blackboard's Grade Centre and how to implement simple grading scenarios into their course sites.

Tuesday, November 15, 2016

Getting Started - Decaf Level (ELIP)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Tuesday, November 15, 2016, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Erie G125
Instructors: Lorna Stolarchuk
This workshop, targeted to the staff of the Centre for English Language Development will discuss the basics of using Blackboard for student engagement for the English Language Improvement Program. Topics to be discussed include:
  • Overview of the Blackboard environment
  • Course site menu configuration
  • Adding users to site
  • Using a Content Area
  • Setting up a Discussion Area
  • Making the site available
  • Sending out Announcements

Thursday, January 12, 2017

Getting Started - Decaf Level (ELIP)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Thursday, January 12, 2017, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Erie G125
Instructors: Anouchka Plumb, Lorna Stolarchuk
This workshop targeted for the instructors of the Centre for English Language Development will discuss the basics of using Blackboard for student engagement for the English Language Improvement Program. Topics to be discussed include:
  • Overview of the Blackboard environment,
  • Course site menu configuration,
  • Using a Content Area,
  • Editing a Content Area,
  • Working with links and materials,
  • Setting up a Discussion Area,
  • Making the site available,
  • Using Student Preview,
  • Sending out Announcements,
  • Accessing and using resources from an Organization site, and
  • Accessing various sources for online help.

Friday, April 7, 2017

Getting Started - Decaf Level (Nursing)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Friday, April 07, 2017, 01:30 PM – 03:30 PM
Location: Toldo 108

This workshop will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment. Participants will walk through the process of planning, creating and organizing the course menu, the home page and determining tool availability. Specific topics will be addressed (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations.

** This workshop is recommended as a prerequisite before taking other workshops

Pace - Bb Decaf Level

This option will offer a relaxed, and slower-paced workshop by placing an emphasis on step-by-step learning. This category is suitable for the emerging technical explorer or the learner who is new to using learning management systems.

Tuesday, May 9, 2017

Getting Started - Decaf Level (ELIP)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Tuesday, May 09, 2017, 01:00 PM – 02:30 PM
Location: Lambton 2102
Instructors: Lorna Stolarchuk
This workshop targeted for the instructors of the Centre for English Language Development will discuss the basics of using Blackboard for student engagement for the English Language Improvement Program. Topics to be discussed include:
  • Overview of the Blackboard environment,
  • Course site menu configuration,
  • Using a Content Area,
  • Editing a Content Area,
  • Working with links and materials,
  • Setting up a Discussion Area,
  • Making the site available,
  • Using Student Preview,
  • Sending out Announcements,
  • Accessing and using resources from an Organization site, and
  • Accessing various sources for online help.

Tuesday, August 22, 2017

Getting Started - Decaf Level (Nursing)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Tuesday, August 22, 2017, 02:15 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Toldo 108

This workshop will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment. Participants will walk through the process of planning, creating and organizing the course menu, the home page and determining tool availability. Specific topics will be addressed (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations.

** This workshop is recommended as a prerequisite before taking other workshops

Pace - Bb Decaf Level

This option will offer a relaxed, and slower-paced workshop by placing an emphasis on step-by-step learning. This category is suitable for the emerging technical explorer or the learner who is new to using learning management systems.

Wednesday, August 30, 2017

Exploring Tests, Surveys and Pools Tool (Law)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Wednesday, August 30, 2017, 01:00 PM – 03:00 PM
Location: Law Faculty Lounge
Blackboard offers a sophisticated tool to enable instructors the option to use 17 different question types to develop tests, surveys and create pools of questions for reuse and randomization. This tool can be used for summative and formative assessments as well as pre-assessment and post-assessment learning, leading to enriching the student learning experience. Topics covered in this workshop include:
  • Introduction of Tests, Surveys and Pools features
  • Types of questions and configuration options
  • Types of assessments and configuration options
  • Grading and troubleshooting
  • Basic configuration options for the Grade Centre
  • Exporting to eGrade

Thursday, August 31, 2017

Blackboard Overview (Education)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Thursday, August 31, 2017, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Location: Education - 2220
In this session, participants will find out about the common questions instructors have when getting started with Blackboard including - how to get a course site, adding students, making the site available to students, and hearing about some useful tools found in the Blackboard environment.

Wednesday, September 6, 2017

Do You Need Blackboard for What You Do? (GATA- Human Kinetics)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Wednesday, September 06, 2017, 03:00 PM – 04:30 PM
Location: Human Kinetics Lab Room 248
Instructors: Lorna Stolarchuk
Ahh, your job includes taking care of the Blackboard website for your professor! That sounds daunting, but with an introduction to the tools you’ll be using, you will see that Blackboard has some organizing and timesaving features that can help you and your students keep on top of the course work. During this session, you will be introduced to:
  • creating an announcement and sending an email to all students;
  • uploading course material to your site;
  • finding help when using Blackboard;
  • customizing your site by managing your site tools;
  • inline grading of an assignment (with SafeAssign)
  • posting and grading of a discussion thread;
  • posting grades into the Grade Centre, and;
  • tips and tricks for using Blackboard.
Other topics may be discussed, time permitting.

Wednesday, September 20, 2017

Getting Started - Decaf Level (ELIP)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Wednesday, September 20, 2017, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Erie G125
Instructors: Lorna Stolarchuk
This workshop targeted for the instructors of the Centre for English Language Development will discuss the basics of using Blackboard for student engagement for the English Language Improvement Program. Topics to be discussed include:
  • Overview of the Blackboard environment,
  • Course site menu configuration,
  • Using a Content Area,
  • Editing a Content Area,
  • Working with links and materials,
  • Setting up a Discussion Area,
  • Making the site available,
  • Using Student Preview,
  • Sending out Announcements,
  • Accessing and using resources from an Organization site, and
  • Accessing various sources for online help.

Monday, September 25, 2017

Exploring Tests, Surveys and Pools Tool (Law)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Monday, September 25, 2017, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Law Faculty Lounge
Blackboard offers a sophisticated tool to enable instructors the option to use 17 different question types to develop tests, surveys and create pools of questions for reuse and randomization. This tool can be used for summative and formative assessments as well as pre-assessment and post-assessment learning, leading to enriching the student learning experience. Topics covered in this workshop include:
  • Introduction of Tests, Surveys and Pools features
  • Types of questions and configuration options
  • Types of assessments and configuration options
  • Grading and troubleshooting
  • Basic configuration options for the Grade Centre
  • Exporting to eGrade

Thursday, November 2, 2017

Men in Black(board) - Help Save the Welcome Centre! (CTL Staff)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Thursday, November 02, 2017, 09:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Location: Erie G125
Your CTL agency has been given the task of being an extra-terrestrial surveillance corporation, given recent global events of political unrest, academic beliefs of “no solace for the weak”, and reports of massive neurological destruction. One of our agency's finest staff, only going by the name "L" is now recruiting for additions to this new agency. “L” has chosen comrade “T” of the U.W.P.D. “T” has recently noticed, that a flying saucer has crashed into Sandwich St W. The flying saucer apparently has carried an alien who is part of the unknown "Bug" race who has taken the body of a farmer and is now heading to Tecumseh in search of a super energy source called "The Galaxy".

WE NEED YOU!!! To help combat this neurological destruction, we have a massive amount of weaponry that needs to be prioritized and burned into your brain so that you can pull upon these weapons to design your new space station to help save the world, using the Blackboard tools that YOU CHOOSE! Only the TOP voted tools can be used with the extremely limited time we have, so PLEASE CHOOSE WISELY! The fate of the Welcome Centre and all that is to come is in your hands.

Wednesday, December 6, 2017

Getting Started - Decaf Level (Nursing)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Wednesday, December 06, 2017, 02:25 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Toldo 108

This workshop will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment. Participants will walk through the process of planning, creating and organizing the course menu, the home page and determining tool availability. Specific topics will be addressed (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations.

** This workshop is recommended as a prerequisite before taking other workshops

Pace - Bb Decaf Level

This option will offer a relaxed, and slower-paced workshop by placing an emphasis on step-by-step learning. This category is suitable for the emerging technical explorer or the learner who is new to using learning management systems.

Thursday, January 11, 2018

Getting Started - Decaf Level (ELIP)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Thursday, January 11, 2018, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Erie G125
Instructors: Lorna Stolarchuk
This workshop targeted for the instructors of the Centre for English Language Development will discuss the basics of using Blackboard for student engagement for the English Language Improvement Program. Topics to be discussed include:
  • Overview of the Blackboard environment,
  • Course site menu configuration,
  • Using a Content Area,
  • Editing a Content Area,
  • Working with links and materials,
  • Setting up a Discussion Area,
  • Making the site available,
  • Using Student Preview,
  • Sending out Announcements,
  • Accessing and using resources from an Organization site, and
  • Accessing various sources for online help.

Tuesday, April 3, 2018

Drop-In Session (Social Work and CEPE)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Tuesday, April 03, 2018, 01:30 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Pitt-Ferry, Rm. 103
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS NOT A WORKSHOP. If you have some "How do I get Blackboard to do . . . ?" or "What can Blackboard do for my teaching circumstances?" types of questions, we are there to support you! We can work with you to configure, export, or import data into the Grade Centre, set up new assignments or quizzes for the next semester, chat about course design, etc. Stop by for 5 minutes, or hang out with us for the entire time and learn with your peers. Bring your laptop if possible. First-come-first-served.

Monday, April 9, 2018

Drop-In Session (Engineering)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Monday, April 09, 2018, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: CEI 2103
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS NOT A WORKSHOP. If you have some "How do I get Blackboard to do . . . ?" or "What can Blackboard do for my teaching circumstances?" types of questions, we are there to support you! We can work with you to configure, export, or import data into the Grade Centre, set up new assignments or quizzes for the next semester, chat about course design, etc. Stop by for 5 minutes, or hang out with us for the entire time and learn with your peers. Bring your laptop if possible. First-come-first-served.

Friday, April 20, 2018

Drop-In Session (Social Work and CEPE)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Friday, April 20, 2018, 01:30 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Pitt-Ferry, Rm. 103
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS NOT A WORKSHOP. If you have some "How do I get Blackboard to do . . . ?" or "What can Blackboard do for my teaching circumstances?" types of questions, we are there to support you! We can work with you to configure, export, or import data into the Grade Centre, set up new assignments or quizzes for the next semester, chat about course design, etc. Stop by for 5 minutes, or hang out with us for the entire time and learn with your peers.Bring your laptop if possible. First-come-first-served.

Monday, June 4, 2018

Faculty of Education - Online Instructor Institute

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Monday, June 04, 2018, 01:00 PM – 05:00 PM
and Tuesday, June 05, 2018, 01:00 PM – 05:00 PM
and Wednesday, June 06, 2018, 01:00 PM – 05:00 PM
(list dates)
Location: Lambton 2103
In this three-afternoon workshop sequence, the focus will be on an introduction to online course design for Faculty of Education online course developers. Topics covered include - active learning, backwards design, authentic assessment, and tool selection and implementation using Blackboard.

Friday, August 17, 2018

Blackboard - Law Sessional Instructors - Whirlwind Intro

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Friday, August 17, 2018, 12:30 PM – 12:45 PM
Location: Law, Farmer Conference Rm. 1111
Instructors: Lorna Stolarchuk
Blackboard Learn is a powerful Learning Management System (LMS) which has several tools that can support enhanced student learning. Instructors have a wide range of options to connect with their class online and develop a site to host a range of materials, assessments, and communication strategies. This brief session will introduce instructors to basic communication options and point to sources of help on and off campus.

Tuesday, August 28, 2018

9:00 AM

Blackboard Overview (Faculty of Education - Sessional Instructors only)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Tuesday, August 28, 2018, 09:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Location: Education Building - 1120
In this session, participants will find out about the common questions instructors have when getting started with Blackboard including - how to get a course site, adding students, making the site available to students, and hearing about some useful tools found in the Blackboard environment.

1:00 PM

Blackboard (Espresso Level - Intermediate Topics for Faculty of Law)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Tuesday, August 28, 2018, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Law - Library Computer Lab B, Main Floor, Law Library
(For Departmental Support staff in the Faculty of Law only)
You have been using Blackboard for a while and are able to send announcements, upload files, set the site to be available, etc. This session, offered at an intermediate level, will target the top set of specific topics that you have identified by completing the customized Qualtrics survey for Faulty of Law, Departmental Support staff.
Beyond the basics, topics discussed could include:
  • adaptive release,
  • establishing groups,
  • creating and using tests
  • tracking and altering grades,
  • effective content management in sites,
  • course lifecycle management, i.e. copying sites, exporting or archiving material, or other topics as identified from the survey.
If Blackboard is totally new to you, we recommend you access a Getting Started workshop or Name Your Topic in advance of this session available at uwindsor.ca/bbworkshops

Thursday, August 30, 2018

Getting Started - Decaf Level (Nursing)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Thursday, August 30, 2018, 03:00 PM – 04:30 PM
Location: Toldo 108
(For Faculty of Nursing Clinical Instructors only)
This workshop will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment. Topics include:
  • finding and using help,
  • exploring standard tools such as Announcements, and Email,
  • content building,
  • using Student Preview,
  • adjusting site availability, and
  • exploring UWindsor or site-specific tools.
Specific topics will be addressed - such as using the Nursing CPE tool or others (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations
Bb Decaf Level:
This option will offer a relaxed, and slower-paced workshop by placing an emphasis on step-by-step learning. This category is suitable for the emerging technical explorer or the learner who is new to using learning management systems.

Wednesday, September 5, 2018

Do You Need Blackboard for What You Do? (GATAs in Faculty of Human Kinetics Only)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Wednesday, September 05, 2018, 03:00 PM – 04:30 PM
Location: Human Kinetics Lab Room 248
(For GAs and TAs in the Faculty of Human Kinetics only)
Ahh, your job includes taking care of the Blackboard website for your professor! That sounds daunting, but with an introduction to the tools you’ll be using, you will see that Blackboard has some organizing and timesaving features that can help you and your students keep on top of the coursework. During this session, you will be introduced to:
  • creating an announcement and sending an email to all students;
  • uploading course material to your site;
  • finding help when using Blackboard;
  • customizing your site by managing your site tools;
  • inline grading of an assignment (with SafeAssign)

Monday, September 17, 2018

Help Desk, Bb Ready, Set Go

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Monday, September 17, 2018, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Lambton 2103
(For Service Desk Staff only)
This session will provide specific Blackboard Training to Service Desk staff in order to facilitate common tasks such as:
  • managing other frequently asked questions posed by instructors and students including:
  • adding a GA/TA/Departmental Support to site,
  • adding a file to a Content Area (i.e. Syllabus, PPT, or embed a web link),
  • adding a tool to the course menu,
  • sending an announcement,
  • accessing help.blackboard.com or Lynda.com for specific topic article or video,
  • finding links to virtual classroom/Blackboard Collaborate,
  • accessing UWindsor tools such as the CLEW Import tool, eGrade, and Import to Grade Centre,
  • many more scenarios that are covered in the Tiered support document.
  • Topics will be explored through a combination of hands-on practice, demonstrations, and accessing commonly used resources.

Tuesday, April 9, 2019

Getting Started -- Decaf Level (Nursing)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Tuesday, April 09, 2019, 02:40 PM – 04:30 PM
Location: Toldo 108
(For Faculty of Nursing Clinical Instructors only)
This workshop will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment. Topics include:
  • finding and using help,
  • exploring standard tools such as Announcements, and Email,
  • content building,
  • using Student Preview,
  • adjusting site availability, and
  • exploring UWindsor or site-specific tools.
Specific topics will be addressed - such as using the Nursing CPE tool or others (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations

Friday, August 9, 2019

(Faculty of Law - Sessional Instructors) - Blackboard Whirlwind Intro

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Friday, August 09, 2019, 01:00 PM – 01:30 PM
Location: Law, Farmer Conference Rm. 1111
Instructors: Lorna Stolarchuk
(For Faculty of Law Sessional Instructors only)
Blackboard Learn is a powerful Learning Management System (LMS) which has several tools that can support enhanced student learning. Instructors have a wide range of options to connect with their class online and develop a site to host a range of materials, assessments, and communication strategies. This brief session will introduce Faculty of Law instructors to basic communication options and point to sources of help on and off campus.

Tuesday, August 13, 2019

(Faculty of Nursing) - Getting Started – Decaf Level

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Tuesday, August 13, 2019, 02:40 PM – 04:30 PM
Location: Toldo 108
(For Faculty of Nursing Clinical Instructors only)
This workshop will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment. Topics include:
  • finding and using help,
  • exploring standard tools such as Announcements, and Email,
  • content building,
  • using Student Preview,
  • adjusting site availability, and
  • exploring UWindsor or site-specific tools.
Specific topics will be addressed - such as using the Nursing CPE tool or others (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations

Monday, August 19, 2019

(Faculty of Law - Staff) - Getting Started - Decaf Level

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Monday, August 19, 2019, 01:00 PM – 03:30 PM
Location: Law - Library Computer Lab B, Main Floor, Law Library
(For Faculty of Law, Staff only)

This workshop will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment and online learning. Participants will walk through creating and organizing the course menu, adding content, ensuring site availability, and determining tool availability. Specific topics will be addressed (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations
Bb Decaf Level:
This option will offer a relaxed, and slower-paced workshop by placing an emphasis on step-by-step learning. This category is suitable for the emerging technical explorer or the learner who is new to using learning management systems.

Friday, August 23, 2019

(Faculty of Law) - Blackboard Whirlwind Intro

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Friday, August 23, 2019, 01:00 PM – 01:30 PM
Location: Law, Farmer Conference Rm. 1111
Instructors: Lorna Stolarchuk
(For Faculty of Law, Faculty only)
Blackboard Learn is a powerful Learning Management System (LMS) which has several tools that can support enhanced student learning. Instructors have a wide range of options to connect with their class online and develop a site to host a range of materials, assessments, and communication strategies. This brief session will introduce instructors to basic communication options and point to sources of help on and off campus.

Tuesday, August 27, 2019

(Faculty of Education - Sessional Instructors only) - Blackboard Overview

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Tuesday, August 27, 2019, 09:05 AM – 10:05 AM
Location: Education Building - 2220
(For Faculty of Education - Sessional Instructors only)
In this session, participants will find out about the common questions instructors have when getting started with Blackboard including - how to get a course site, adding students, making the site available to students, and hearing about some useful tools found in the Blackboard environment.

Friday, September 6, 2019

(Service Desk Staff Only) - Bb Ready, Set, Go!

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Friday, September 06, 2019, 01:00 PM – 03:30 PM
Location: Lambton 2103
(For Service Desk Staff only)
This session will provide specific Blackboard Training to Service Desk staff in order to facilitate common tasks such as:
  • managing other frequently asked questions posed by instructors and students including:
  • adding a GA/TA/Departmental Support to site,
  • adding a file to a Content Area (i.e. Syllabus, PPT, or embed a web link),
  • adding a tool to the course menu,
  • sending an announcement,
  • accessing help.blackboard.com or Lynda.com for specific topic article or video,
  • finding links to virtual classroom/Blackboard Collaborate,
  • accessing UWindsor tools such as the CLEW Import tool, eGrade, and Import to Grade Centre,
  • many more scenarios that are covered in the Tiered support document.
  • Topics will be explored through a combination of hands-on practice, demonstrations, and accessing commonly used resources.

Wednesday, September 11, 2019

(Department of Social Work) - Drop-in Session

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Wednesday, September 11, 2019, 12:00 PM – 02:00 PM
Location: Pitt-Ferry, Rm. 117
THIS IS NOT A WORKSHOP SESSION - Bring your Blackboard questions to a drop-in, first-come-first-served session for the Department of Social Work instructors! We will have specialists available for one-on-one consultations for you to get the answers you need.

Thursday, September 12, 2019

(Faculty of Education - Instructors only) - Getting Started

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Thursday, September 12, 2019, 03:00 PM – 05:00 PM
Location: Education Building 2223 Computer Lab
(For Faculty of Education instructors only)
This workshop will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment and online learning. Participants will walk through the process of creating and organizing the course menu, ensuring site availability, adding content, and using various tools geared to the Faculty of Education Blackboard template. Specific topics will be addressed (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations.

Friday, November 1, 2019

Continuing Education - Bb Node Admin Training

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Friday, November 01, 2019, 01:30 PM – 03:30 PM
Location: CEI 2263
This two-hour session for Continuing Education staff only will explore using the Node Administration features in the Institutional Hierarchy of Blackboard Learn.
Topics covered include:
  • Searching for courses,
  • Adding users
  • Accessing course sites/Quick Enrol,
  • Editing content in courses,
  • Course Copy/Export operations, and
  • Other questions as time permits

Friday, November 15, 2019

(Faculty of Law) - Blackboard Whirlwind Intro

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Friday, November 15, 2019, 01:00 PM – 01:30 PM
Location: Law, Farmer Conference Rm. 1111
Instructors: Lorna Stolarchuk
(For Faculty of Law - Sessional Instructors only)
Blackboard Learn is a powerful Learning Management System (LMS) which has several tools that can support enhanced student learning. Instructors have a wide range of options to connect with their class online and develop a site to host a range of materials, assessments, and communication strategies. This brief session will introduce instructors to basic communication options and point to sources of help on and off campus.

Tuesday, November 19, 2019

Getting Started -- Decaf Level (Nursing)

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Tuesday, November 19, 2019, 02:00 PM – 03:30 PM
Location: Toldo 108
(For Faculty of Nursing Clinical Instructors only)
This workshop will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment. Topics include:
  • finding and using help,
  • exploring standard tools such as Announcements, and Email,
  • content building,
  • using Student Preview,
  • adjusting site availability, and
  • exploring UWindsor or site-specific tools.
Specific topics will be addressed - such as using the Nursing CPE tool or others (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations

Monday, November 25, 2019

iClicker Pilot Intructor Training

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Monday, November 25, 2019, 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Location: Lambton 2103
Instructors: Lorna Stolarchuk
iClicker provided hands-on training for instructors to use iClicker for a pilot project for January-December 2020.

Wednesday, June 10, 2020

Creating an engaging Online Experience-Faculty of Science

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Wednesday, June 10, 2020, 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Taught Online

Friday, July 24, 2020

New Faculty Orientation - Optional Event: Introduction to Blackboard, our Learning Management System

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Friday, July 24, 2020, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Online Meeting
Instructors: Lorna Stolarchuk
This workshop will introduce new faculty members to the Blackboard Learn environment and online learning. Participants will walk through the process of organizing the course menu, adding material to your site, and determining tool availability. Specific topics will be addressed (time permitting e.g. Discussions tool), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations.

Wednesday, July 29, 2020

Campus Technicians - Blackboard

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Wednesday, July 29, 2020, 02:00 PM – 03:00 PM
Location: Online Meeting
Instructors: Lorna Stolarchuk
This is an informal session to help the campus technicians support their constituents better with Blackboard in the current online situation. Topics include:
  • Finding help
  • Teams and Streams
  • Captioning options
  • Bb Cafe options
  • Hot Topics
  • Roles
  • Student help for the fall
  • Instructors - teaching online help

Thursday, July 30, 2020

Windsor Law: Overview of Blackboard Synchronous & Assignments Options

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Thursday, July 30, 2020, 01:00 PM – 02:30 PM
Location: Online
The virtual classroom allows live/synchronous sessions with audio, video, screen share, interactive whiteboards, polling, and even breakout groups. It could be used for teaching, office hours, students presentations, and more. Instructors have the option to record any session and both the virtual classroom and any recordings are available directly through the course site.
The Assignments tool offers SafeAssign (plagiarism detection), and multiple means of providing feedback including inline grading, recorded feedback and the ability to associate a rubric to enhance the workflow and integrity of your assignment. The Assignments tool is the best way to collect student file uploads for all kinds of purposes in your online course. This session will explore both of these tools and offer short break-out discussions for you to discuss how they could apply to your course. Other assessment options will be discussed, time permitting.
Please use Google Chrome as your web browser (both Mac and PC).

Friday, August 14, 2020

12:30 PM

(Faculty of Law - Sessional Instructors Only) Blackboard Overview

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Friday, August 14, 2020, 12:30 PM – 01:30 PM
Location: Online Meeting
(For Faculty of Law - Sessional Instructors only)
This overview session will explore the basics of getting your course site, setting it to be available, locating your class list and an overview of several Blackboard tools that can be used to create and manage your online course. Links will be provided for you to explore the topics more in-depth post-workshop. In addition, you will be experiencing using the virtual classroom and learning about a brief overview of the tool that allows for live/synchronous sessions with audio, video, screen share, interactive whiteboards, polling, and even breakout groups. The virtual classroom (called Blackboard Collaborate Ultra) could be used for teaching, office hours, students presentations, and more. Instructors have the option to record any session and both the virtual classroom and any recordings are available directly through the course site.

1:30 PM

(Faculty of Education - Sessional Instructors only) - Blackboard Overview

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Friday, August 14, 2020, 01:30 PM – 02:30 PM
Location: Online Meeting
(For Faculty of Education - Sessional Instructors only)
In this session, participants will find out about the common questions instructors have when getting started with Blackboard including - how to get a course site, adding students, making the site available to students, and hearing about some useful tools found in the Blackboard environment as well as the links to the resources to find out more on how to use various tools.

Tuesday, September 1, 2020

Service Desk, Ready, Set Go!

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Tuesday, September 01, 2020, 09:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Location: Online Meeting
(For Service Desk Staff only)
This session will provide specific Blackboard Training to Service Desk staff in order to facilitate common tasks such as:
  • managing other frequently asked questions posed by instructors and students including:
  • adding a GA/TA/Departmental Support to site,
  • adding a file to a Content Area (i.e. Syllabus, PPT, or embed a web link),
  • adding a tool to the course menu,
  • sending an announcement,
  • accessing help,UWindsor sites video
  • many more scenarios that are covered in the Tiered Triage support document.
  • Topics will be explored through a combination of hands-on practice, demonstrations, and accessing commonly used resources.

Wednesday, November 18, 2020

(Faculty of Law - Sessional Instructors Only) Blackboard Overview

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Wednesday, November 18, 2020, 12:30 PM – 01:30 PM
Location: Online synchronous session using Blackboard Collaborate
(For Faculty of Law - Sessional Instructors only)
This overview session will explore the basics of getting your course site, setting it to be available, locating your class list and an overview of several Blackboard tools that can be used to create and manage your online course. Links will be provided for you to explore the topics more in-depth post-workshop. In addition, you will be experiencing using the virtual classroom and learning about a brief overview of the tool that allows for live/synchronous sessions with audio, video, screen share, interactive whiteboards, polling, and even breakout groups. The virtual classroom (called Blackboard Collaborate Ultra) could be used for teaching, office hours, students presentations, and more. Instructors have the option to record any session and both the virtual classroom and any recordings are available directly through the course site.

Wednesday, December 9, 2020

Getting Started - Nursing Sessionals

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Wednesday, December 09, 2020, 03:30 PM – 04:30 PM
Location: Online Meeting
Instructors: Lorna Stolarchuk
This workshop will introduce participants to the Blackboard Learn environment. Topics include:
  • finding and using help,
  • exploring standard tools such as Announcements, and Email,
  • content building,
  • using Student Preview,
  • adjusting site availability, and
  • exploring UWindsor or site-specific tools.
Specific topics will be addressed - such as using the Nursing CPE tool or others (time permitting), through Q & A, and possible demonstrations

Wednesday, August 11, 2021

(Faculty of Law - Sessional Instructors Only) Blackboard Overview

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Wednesday, August 11, 2021, 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM
Location: Online Meeting
Instructors: Anna Galka, Mark Lubrick
(For Faculty of Law - Sessional Instructors only)
This overview session will explore the basics of getting your course site, setting it to be available and an overview of several Blackboard tools that can be used to create and manage your online course. Links will be provided for you to explore the topics more in-depth post-workshop. In addition, you will participate in a brief overview of the tool that allows for live/synchronous sessions with audio, video, screen share, interactive whiteboards, polling, and even breakout groups. The virtual classroom (called Blackboard Collaborate Ultra) could be used for teaching, office hours, students presentations, and more. Instructors have the option to record any session and both the virtual classroom and any recordings are available directly through the course site. Purpose: Introduce new sessional instructors to Blackboard, Blackboard Collaborate Ultra, tools available, and where to explore topics more in depth.

Monday, August 23, 2021

(Faculty of Education - Sessional Instructors only) - Blackboard Overview

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Monday, August 23, 2021, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Location: Online
Instructors: Tim Au-Yeung, Anna Galka
(For Faculty of Education - Sessional Instructors only)
In this session, participants will find out about the common questions instructors have when getting started with Blackboard including - how to get a course site, adding students, making the site available to students, and hearing about some useful tools found in the Blackboard environment as well as the links to the resources to find out more on how to use various tools.

Tuesday, January 25, 2022

Service Desk, Ready, Set Go!

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Tuesday, January 25, 2022, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Online Meeting
Instructors: Tim Au-Yeung, Anna Galka
(For Service Desk Staff only)
This session will provide specific Blackboard Training to Service Desk staff in order to facilitate common tasks such as:
  • managing other frequently asked questions posed by instructors and students including:
  • adding a GA/TA/Departmental Support to site,
  • adding a file to a Content Area (i.e. Syllabus, PPT, or embed a web link),
  • adding a tool to the course menu,
  • sending an announcement,
  • accessing help,UWindsor sites video
  • many more scenarios that are covered in the Tiered Triage support document.
  • Topics will be explored through a combination of hands-on practice, demonstrations, and accessing commonly used resources.

Tuesday, May 10, 2022

Service Desk, Ready, Set Go!

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Tuesday, May 10, 2022, 09:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Location: Online
Instructors: Tim Au-Yeung, Terry Collins, Anna Galka
(For Service Desk Staff only)
This session will provide specific Blackboard Training to Service Desk staff in order to facilitate common tasks such as:
  • managing other frequently asked questions posed by instructors and students including:
  • adding a GA/TA/Departmental Support to site,
  • adding a file to a Content Area (i.e. Syllabus, PPT, or embed a web link),
  • adding a tool to the course menu,
  • sending an announcement,
  • accessing help,UWindsor sites video
  • many more scenarios that are covered in the Tiered Triage support document.
  • Topics will be explored through a combination of hands-on practice, demonstrations, and accessing commonly used resources.