Blackboard Collaborate

Faculty Resources

For detailed instructions on all the features within Blackboard Collaborate.

Student Resources

Need Blackboard Collaborate resources for your students?

Troubleshooting Tech Issues

Best practices for the optimal experience in Blackboard Collaborate Ultra.

Getting Started

Learn how to confirm your computer setup and compatibility, schedule a Blackboard Collaborate session, copy a guest link to send to students, and add sessions to the Blackboard calendar.

Preparing for a Session

Step-by-step guide for setting up and preparing for a Blackboard Collaborate session. Includes: adding a profile picture, preparing shared content, and session settings.

Moderating a Session

Provides a thorough overview of user roles, settings, permissions, and tools available in a Blackboard Collaborate session.

Sharing Content

Steps for sharing a blank whiteboard, applications, and files within a Blackboard Collaborate session.

Moderating Breakout Groups

Provides information on how to moderate Breakout Groups while in a Blackboard Collaborate session.

Locating a Recorded Session

Once your session is complete, use this guide to find and share the recordings.

Session Attendance Report

Explains how to view an attendance report for a prior Blackboard Collaborate session.