Academic Computing Training for Faculty & Staff

Blackboard and Starfish Training for Faculty – April 2025

Synchronous (instructor-led) Training

This training uses both face-to-face and online delivery methods. Please see the workshop schedule below.

Join any session or email helpdesk@bowiestate.edu and Cc academiccomputing@bowiestate.edu for a reminder. 

Location: Virtual - https://bowiestate.zoom.us/j/85975816309

Meeting ID: 85737378790

Basic Accessible Instructional Materials (AIM)/Accessible 

Wed, Apr 2, 2025
5 PM - 6 PM
Zoom Meeting Link:  https://bowiestate.zoom.us/j/85975816309 

This session will cover best practices for accessibility, including how to utilize Blackboard's tools to ensure all students can access and engage with course materials effectively. 

Instructors: Sarah Ibrahim, Andrew Rider

Blackboard Mobile App

Wed, Apr 09, 2025  
12 PM - 1 PM  
Zoom Meeting Link:  https://bowiestate.zoom.us/j/85975816309 

This session provides a walkthrough on navigating Blackboard using the mobile app; it gives instructors the information they want and the personalization they demand on the go.

Instructors: Sara Ibrahim, Chukwuyem Obima 

iCAN/Starfish

Wed, Apr 16, 2025
12 PM - 1 PM   
Zoom Meeting Link:  https://bowiestate.zoom.us/j/85975816309 

Gain valuable insights into leveraging Starfish as a powerful tool for monitoring and enhancing student success and retention.   

Instructors: Oluwatoyin Parrish, Sara Ibrahim

Grading in Blackboard (Original & Ultra Course View)

Wed, April 23, 2025   
12 PM - 1 PM  
Zoom Meeting Link:  https://bowiestate.zoom.us/j/85975816309

Learn how to configure your assessments, tests, weighted grade and grade center to accurately track students progress and performance.

Instructors: Academic Computing.

Grading in Blackboard (Original & Ultra Course View)

Wed, April 30, 2025   
12 PM - 1 PM  
Zoom Meeting Link:  https://bowiestate.zoom.us/j/85975816309

Learn how to configure your assessments, tests, weighted grade and grade center to accurately track students progress and performance.

Instructors: Academic Computing.

 

Asynchronous (self-paced) Training

The training is available on Blackboard. Please visit links below and self enroll in the courses. (Cost: FREE)

If you need assistance in the course, send a message tohelpdesk@bowiestate.edu

Self-Help Resources

Peer Resources: 

Recorded Videos by Professor Arthur Vidrine, Associate Professor Dept. of Fine & Performing Arts.

****Part A and Part B: please note that the ADA statement has changed.

 

Synchronous (instructor-led) Training

This training uses both face-to-face and online delivery methods. This is designed for all BSU students, Graduate and Undergraduate. Please see the workshop schedule below.

Other Training Formats

  • Asynchronous (self-paced) training: The training is available in Blackboard. Please, self-enroll in the course through this link. If you need assitance in the course, send a message to the instructor using the corresponding course menu item 'Send Email to Instructor'. Cost: FREE
  • Synchronous Training: This training uses both face-to-face and online delivery methods. 
  • Chat and Videoconferencing: This real-time training is conducted by Academic Computing instructors in Blackboard Collaborate. Please contact Academic Computing to schedule a session; use the contact link on the menu of this page. Cost: FREE

NOTE: In addition, Academic Computing team offer on-request online appointment hours for advisory on course technology and troubleshooting, send request by email specifying course section. 

Contact

Email us at helpdesk@bowiestate.edu