Blackboard

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Blackboard is a LMS (Learning Management System). The system can often track the learners' progress, which can be monitored by both teachers and learners. While often thought of as primarily tools for distance education, they are most often used to supplement the face-to-face classroom.

Why Use Blackboard?
Ideas for using Blackboard in your classroom –
 * 1) Archive Classroom Newsletters
 * 2) A place where parents can download previous newsletters
 * 3) Post Homework Assignments
 * 4) Keep parents and students informed what is due and when
 * 5) Post Classroom Forms and Other Documents
 * 6) Post important documents for parents: class supplies, lunch menus, permission forms, spelling lists, etc.
 * 7) Post External Web Links
 * 8) List approved websites that students can use to supplement class lessons
 * 9) Online Discussion Boards
 * 10) Provide an online discussion area for students as a way for students to ask questions and receive help
 * 11) Drop Box for students to send homework
 * 12) Allows students to upload assignments from home

Examples of Schools/Teacher using Blackboard

 * Blackboard K-12 In Practice - http://www.blackboard.com/k12/
 * 1) Blackboard Connections User Group
 * Judy Entenman – Galewood Second Grade
 * Mapleton Elementary School – Oregon http://www.mapleton.k12.or.us/elementary/

How to use Blackboard?

 * 1) Obtain an account by downloading the form at Teacher Place, under //Technology Forms// http://www.charlottenet.org/teacher_place/blackboard_account_request_form.pdf
 * 2) Fill out form and return to Tech Office or mail to the address on the form
 * 3) More information to come in the December Staff Meeting
 * 4) We will cover the basics:
 * 5) Enrolling students
 * 6) Adding tools
 * 7) Announcements
 * 8) Information
 * 9) Tests and Quizzes
 * 10) Assignments
 * 11) External Links