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Consider switching to Ultra Course Format for spring 2022

Now is the time for instructors to consider converting one Blackboard course to the Ultra Course format for spring 2022. Converting a course now gives instructors time to learn the format before all courses convert to this format in spring 2023. The Ultra Course format has both design, layout and grading interface differences from the past versions…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/11/08/consider-switching-to-the-ultra-course-format-for-spring-2022/

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Don’t miss the last day of the ARC for August

…Academic Resources Conference (ARC) is free and open to all WSU staff and instructors. Today is the last day, and we have a big block of lab time available to help people set up Blackboard courses and organizations. We also have a great panel for the lunchtime panel hour. You don’t want to miss out! 9 a.m.-Noon: Direct Zoom link to Drop-in, online lab time…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/08/01/dont-miss-the-last-day-of-the-arc-for-august/

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January 2026 ARC

…invites, or click the Meeting Link to join during the session. Register to Attend (FREE!) Monday, January 12 Time Session Title Presenter(s) Recording Link 9:00 am Introduction to Blackboard (Again!) This session introduces faculty to the core features of Blackboard Ultra. Join Magi to learn how to create and organize course content, communicate with…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/mrc/OIR/ARC/2026/January/index.php

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May 2026 ARC

…access. Meghann KuhlmannResearch and Instruction Librarian, Associate Professor From Headline to Access: Getting Past Paywalls with Library News Sources 2:00 pm Blackboard for Beginners: Setting Up your Course or Org (Faculty/Staff) This session introduces faculty and staff to the core features of Blackboard Ultra. Join Rachel to learn how to manage…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/mrc/OIR/ARC/2026/May/index.php

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Live Zoom Events in August

…Services. John Jones. On-Demand Version of this Session Available! Link to Zoom Session 11:00-11:50 All New! Using Adaptive Release to Build an "escape room" type activtiy in Blackboard. Carolyn Speer. Link to Zoom Session. 11:00-11:50 Library Services 101. Meghann Kuhlmann and Maria Sclafani. On-Demand Version of this Session Available! Link to Zoom…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/mrc/WSUARC/arc2020august.php

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Course Evaluations and Survey Tool FAQ

…we shorten that to CES on our campus. What are the benefits of CES? There are many benefits to using a modern course evaluation tool, including: Evaluations can be integrated into Blackboard. CES is easy for faculty and students to use. Results can be accessed online. Paper results are no longer necessary. Previous semesters' CES results can be accessed in…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/mrc/OIR/Watermark/cesfaq.php

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Counseling Syllabi

…understanding of this course. These will be comprised of journal articles and handouts. These handouts and journal articles will be made available at throughout the semester on Blackboard. Please print a hard copy of the handouts and bring the assigned handout(s) to class or have the material available on your electronic device.CACREP 2.E. Current…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/education/cles/syllabi_counseling.php

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Teaching Today

…and we are slowly moving to Ultra courses. In fact, 143 fall courses are being offered in the Ultra course format! Most courses at WSU are still in "old" (aka: traditional) Blackboard. While there are slight differences in how even "old" courses are behaving, the move to the Ultra environment has almost no impact on what goes on inside those courses. …

https://www.wichita.edu/services/mrc/OIR/TT/2021/August.php

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Assessments | Office of Instructional Resources

…If you submit after the deadline, you'll see a late notice in the Details & Information panel, on the assessment page, and in the submission confirmation window. Blackboard may record an automatic zero for overdue work — you can still submit to replace it, though your instructor may apply a penalty. When your instructor restricts late work No submissions…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/mrc/OIR/Blackboard/StudentTraining/assessments.php

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Full course catalog

…alerts and messages 8. Maintain across termsStudent View and publishing, Reuse a course and shift dates, End-of-term housekeeping Building a Well-Designed, Accessible Course in Blackboard The same design-first path for Blackboard, with the Blackboard-specific steps. 8 lessons · 24 topics · Certificate · Free 1. Design before you buildStart with backward…

https://ksarn.org/ksarn-full-catalog/

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Course catalog

…term. Built for any instructor, even one who has never opened Canvas. About 2.5 hours · Free · Certificate Start course → Course building A Well-Designed, Accessible Course in Blackboard The same design-first path for Blackboard: structure, assessment, grading, and accessibility, with the Blackboard-specific steps you need. About 2.5 hours · Free ·…

https://ksarn.org/catalog/

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Student Training: Online Learning

…yourself with the information you will need to be successful. The following pages will help you as they walk you through the following topics: necessary technologies, working in Blackboard, using necessary computer applications, and becoming a successful remote student. Ready to get things underway? Select a topic below. Learning Online Check Your Tech…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/oal/about_online_learning/student_training.php

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Learner Support

Technical Support OneStop is an excellent place to seek help if you are having technical challenges in your Blackboard class. You can either enter "Blackboard" and any additional information in the search bar, or scroll down and click the "Blackboard and Technical" help link a little further down the page. If you need guidance on Blackboard system…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/mrc/learnersupport.php

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Academic Advising

… Affairs) as they dive into the worst-kept campus secrets to Shocker success! Today we're talking about academic advising! Alicia and Kim dive into the varied ways instructors use Blackboard, grading scales, course delivery, taking ownership of your learning and advocating for yourself! Style Position Image Image Credit Header Academic Advising Resources…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/studentsuccess/shocker-secrets-to-success/07-academic-advising.php

WSU Newsletters

The August Academic Resources Conference starts today

The August Academic Resources Conference starts today, Aug. 3. Begin by hearing from Blackboard Exemplary Course Award winner, Jacie Green. Visit the August ARC website to see session descriptions or register for calendar invites. 9 a.m.: “Opening Plenary” – Jacie Green, Carolyn Speer 10 a.m.: “What’s New in Blackboard?” – Magi Hruza 11 a.m.: “Course Video…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/07/31/the-august-academic-resources-conference-starts-today/

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Get technical training from Mary Morriss today

Today, May 27, is the last day of the May Academic Resources Conference (ARC). The last day will focus on technical training and will feature Blackboard training from Mary Morriss. The schedule for this day will be as follows: Technical Training on Blackboard (First session), 9-9:50 a.m. Whether you want to teach in Ultra Course Format or old Blackboard,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/05/18/get-technical-training-from-mary-morriss-today/

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Teaching Today

…know, Wichita State's plan has long been that we would move fully to the Ultra Course Format no later than December 31, 2022. But our experience with our pilot program plus Blackboard’s ongoing commitment to improving the Ultra Course Format has led us to make a change in that decision. In consultation with the Accessibility and Technology…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/mrc/OIR/TT/2021/December.php

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Interact with Others | Office of Instructional Resources

Office of Instructional Resources Interact with Others Blackboard gives you several ways to stay connected with your instructors and classmates — ask questions, join discussions, work on group projects, and keep the conversation going all semester. Before you start: WSU and your instructor decide which of these tools are turned on in a given course. If you…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/mrc/OIR/Blackboard/StudentTraining/interactwithothers.php

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Teaching Today

January ARC in Review OIR and Friends 01/26/2022 01:17:58 AM Check Your Banner and Bb Rosters Now There was a glitch in reporting between Banner and Blackboard during the enrollment period. That means some Spring classes have a mismatch between their Banner rosters and their Blackboard rosters. If a student is on your Banner roster, they should be on your…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/mrc/OIR/TT/2022/January.php

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Session Two: 10:30-11:15

Session Two: 10:30-11:15 MX 180 “Introduction to Blackboard.” Presenter: Dr. Carolyn Speer. This is a New GTA Recommended Session. Session topics: logging in to Blackboard, sending announcements and email, adding content, making assignments, getting help. NOTE: This session will be repeated in the Session Four slot. TRACK: “TEACHING” Presentation Slides: PPT…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/mrc/WSUARC/ARC2018/session2.php