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Browser and Operating System Requirements
This tab presents a series of links that lead to the following types of information:
- Supported versions of the Java Run-Time Environment for CE and Vista.
- Supported Browsers, Plugins, and Operating Systems for each release of the Blackboard Academic Suite and the Blackboard Learning System - Vista and CE.
- How to find out what version of Blackboard you are using.
- How to find out what version of Windows, Mac OS, Internet Explorer, Firefox, and Safari you are using.
Blackboard Learn
Release 9.0 | Supported Browsers, Plugins & Operating Systems
Blackboard Academic Suite
Release 8.0 | Supported Browsers, Plugins & Operating Systems
Release 7.3 | Supported Browsers, Plugins & Operating Systems
Release 7.2 | Supported Browsers, Plugins & Operating Systems
Release 7.1 | Supported Browsers, Plugins & Operating Systems
Release 7.0 | Supported Browsers, Plugins & Operating Systems
Release 6.3 | Supported Browsers, Plugins & Operating Systems
Blackboard Learning System - Vista and CE
Release 8 | Supported Browsers, Plugins & Operating Systems
Application Pack 2 for Vista 4 and CE 6 | Supported Browsers, Plugins & Operating Systems
Application Pack 1 for Vista 4 and CE 6 | Supported Browsers, Plugins & Operating Systems
Vista 4 and CE6 | Supported Browsers, Plugins & Operating Systems
Vista 3 | Supported Browsers, Plugins & Operating Systems
Application Pack 1 for CE 4 | Supported Browsers, Plugins & Operating Systems
Supported Browsers, Plugins, and Operating Systems
The following table presents our definitions of Support Levels that are applied to every Operating System, Web Browser, and Browser Plugin that interacts with the Blackboard Academic Suite and the Blackboard Learning System - Vista and CE.
| Support Level | Definition |
|---|---|
| Certified | Certified configurations are fully tested and supported. |
| Compatible | Compatible configurations are partially tested but should function properly. |
| Provisional | Provisional configurations are future technologies that are considered supported by Client Support |
| Not Supported | The configuration is not tested or supported by Blackboard. |
What Version of Blackboard?
What Version of Blackboard are You Using?
What Version of Operating System or Web Browser are You Using?
Manuals
These comprehensive reference tools provide quick answers to commonly asked questions and serve as a repository for information that is needed on an infrequent basis. The manuals are available in several different formats:
- HTML
- Documentation Authoring Kit. Blackboard Academic Suite only. All of the reference manuals are available in Microsoft Word format for customization.
Blackboard Learn Release 9
Instructor Manual | PDF | HTML
User Manual | PDF | HTML
Learning Content User Manual | PDF | HTML
Documentation Authoring Kit | ZIP Package
Online Help Authoring Kits:
Instructor Manual ZIP Package
User Manual ZIP Package
Learning Content User Mnaual ZIP Package
Blackboard Academic Suite (Classic)Blackboard Academic Suite Instructor ManualThe Instructor Manual provides information on teaching courses through the Blackboard Academic Suite. The manual includes information on constructing the course, communicating with students, setting up collaborative environments, and evaluating student performance.
Blackboard Academic Suite User ManualThe User Manual provides information on navigating through the Blackboard Academic Suite and participating in courses. The manual includes information on customizing the appearance and content of the tabs, collaborating and communicating with users, and working within a course to complete assignments and tests.
Blackboard Content System User ManualThe Content System User Manual provides information on navigating through the Blackboard Content System and working with files. The manual includes information on storing files, working collaboratively, and creating portfolios.
Blackboard Outcomes System Reference ManualThe Blackboard Outcomes System Reference Manual provides instructions for the application of the Outcomes System for the Blackboard Academic Suite. All capabilities and functions for the Outcomes System are contained within this manual.
Blackboard Community System Leader ManualThe Blackboard Community System Leader Manual provides information on managing Organizations through the Blackboard Community System. The manual includes information on constructing the Organization, communicating with members, and setting up collaborative environments.
Blackboard Community System User ManualThe Blackboard Community System User Manual provides information on navigating through the Blackboard Community System and participating in organizations. The manual includes information on customizing the appearance and content of the tabs and collaborating and communicating with other users, as well as working with My Accounts.
Blackboard Academic Suite Documentation Authoring KitsThe Documentation Authoring Kit is a ZIP file that contains Microsoft Word versions of the Administrator Guide, Instructor Guide, Content System User Guide, and the User Guide. You are free to alter these files to suit the needs of your institution.
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Blackboard Learning System CE/Vista (WebCT)CE 6 Designer and Instructor Reference ManualThe CE 6 Designer and Instructor Reference Manual is written to help Instructional Designers, Instructors, and Students use the system effectively. The manual contains information on creating course content, working and evaluating Students, and submitting assignments for evaluation.
Vista 4 Designer and Instructor Reference ManualThe Vista 4 Designer and Instructor Reference Manual is written to help Instructional Designers, Instructors, and Students use the system effectively. The manual contains information on creating course content, working and evaluating Students, and submitting assignments for evaluation.
CE 6 and Vista 4 Portfolio System Owner and Designer Reference ManualThe Blackboard Portfolio System Owner and Designer Reference contains information and step-by-step instructions on using Blackboard Portfolio System for Portfolio Owners and Portfolio Designers.
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Quick Reference Guides
Quick Reference Guides explain a feature and demonstrate its value in two pages.
| Useful Information The PDF files are ready for distribution; the ZIP Package contains all of the Quick Start Guides. |
Blackboard Academic Suite Quick Start Guides | ZIP Package
Blackboard Academic Suite Quick Start Guide: Collaboration | PDF
Blackboard Academic Suite Quick Start Guide: Creating Course Content | PDF
Blackboard Academic Suite Quick Start Guide: EWS Observers | PDF
Blackboard Academic Suite Quick Start Guide: Keeping Students Informed | PDF
Blackboard Academic Suite Quick Start Guide: Measuring Student Performance | PDF
Blackboard Academic Suite Quick Start Guide: Organizing Your Course | PDF
Blackboard Academic Suite Quick Start Guide: Presenting Content | PDF
Blackboard Academic Suite Quick Start Guide: Reusing and Reorganizing Courses | PDF
Blackboard Academic Suite Quick Start Guide: Reusing Reorganizing Portfolio Content | PDF
Blackboard Academic Suite Quick Start Guide: Universal Design | PDF
Getting Started
Getting Started Guides are designed to help users get comfortable with a feature in 15 minutes.
| Useful Information The PDF files are ready for distribution; the ZIP Packages contain Microsoft Word files and Adobe InDesign files for customizing the material. To view Flash Presentations, you must have a current version of Adobe Flash Player installed. | Adobe Flash Player |
Getting Started With the Grade Center PDF | Documentation Kit ZIP Package
Getting Started in Blackboard Portfolio: Tutorials for Owners and Designers | Flash Presentation
Getting Started Guide: WebCT Campus Edition 4.0 PDF | WebCT Campus Edition 4.1 PDF
Vista 3.0 Getting Started with WebCT Vista | PDF
Getting Started: Workshop for Designers and Instructors | PDF
Tutorials
Blackboard Academic Suite
The Quick Tutorial Library is a collection of short clips that demonstrate new features of the Blackboard Academic Suite, the Blackboard Content System, and the Blackboard Community System.
The Accessibility Course for the Blackboard Learning System is a self-paced course for users interested in accessibility.
| Useful Information This is NOT a course backup; download and unzip the package. Consult the README file before taking the course. |
Accessibility Course for the Blackboard Learning System
CE and Vista
| Useful Information The PDF files are ready for distribution. The ZIP Packages contain multiple tutorial files. To view Flash Presentations, you must have a current version of Adobe Flash Player installed. | Adobe Flash Player |
These interactive tutorials introduce students to four key areas critical to their success in WebCT:
Accessibility Course for Vista/CE ZIP Package
WebCT Campus Edition 4.0 Tutorial Files ZIP Package | 4.1 Tutorial Files ZIP Package
WebCT Student Tutorials for CE 6 and Vista 4 Flash Presentation | Student Orientation for CE 6 and Vista 4 PDF
How Do I Tutorials for Designers and Instructors: CE 6.0 and Vista 4.0 Flash Presentation | Application Pack 1 for CE 6 and Vista 4 Flash Presentation
Orientation to CE 6 Faculty Course | PDF
Vista 3.0 Student Orientation to WebCT Vista PDF | Interactive Demos for Students Flash Presentation | Interactive Demos for Faculty and Designers Flash Presentation
Exploring WebCT Upgrade Tutorials for Faculty and Designers | Flash Presentation
Release Information
Blackboard Academic Suite
The Blackboard Academic Suite Faculty Release Notes are written to inform Instructors of the changes, new features, and enhancements in the Blackboard Academic Suite.
Blackboard Academic Suite Faculty Release Notes for 7.2 PDF | 7.3 PDF | 8.0 PDF
CE and Vista
The CE Upgrade Guide for Designers and Instructors and the Vista Migration Guide for Designers and Instructors contains detailed information on upgrading from one version of CE or Vista to another.
CE
Blackboard Learning System - Upgrade Guide for Designers and Instructors
Release 6.2 for CE 4.1 | PDF
Application Pack 1 for CE 6, Service Pack 1 | PDF
Application Pack 1 for CE 6 | PDF
Release 6.0 | PDF
Vista
Vista Migration Guide for Designers and Instructors
Release 4.2 | PDF
Application Pack 1 for Vista 4, Service Pack 1 | PDF
Application Pack 1 for Vista 4 | PDF
Release 4.0 | PDF