Google defines “blackboard” as:
A large board with a smooth, typically dark, surface attached to a wall or supported on an easel and used for writing on with chalk, especially by teachers in schools.
Many of Missouri State University’s instructors do use Blackboard, but it’s not the classic literal “black” “board” we naturally think of. Instead, this Blackboard is a web portal available to students that brings the classroom to a virtual level. This is not the same as an online class, however. Blackboard is used as a supplement educational tool that can provide students with resources outside of the classroom.
Here is an example of a typical Blackboard page. My instructor utilizes his blackboard for this class consistently. It’s nice to know that if I have to miss class, because of being sick or something, visiting Blackboard can catch me up. Every instructor uses Blackboard a little differently. It is important to explore the Blackboard site at the beginning of the semester to get acclimated where everything is located for that particular class. Most instructors also have a Blackboard section in their syllabus to give further explanations of its use.
As you can see to the right -> Blackboard is also a place students can check their grades and get updates on when their instructors post on their specific sites.
There is also a free app available for smartphones that will allow students to check their Blackboards on their mobile device.
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Hope this answered y’all’s questions regarding Blackboard! If you have any follow up questions or others regarding something else about Missouri State, don’t hesitate to ask.
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