Set up Blackboard online assessment

Summary:

This workshop is designed to equip teachers with practical skills to effectively set up and manage online assessments using Blackboard’s Ultra course interface. Participants will learn how to create and configure assignments and tests, grade student submissions, and utilize Turnitin for plagiarism detection. The session also includes guidance on interpreting similarity reports to uphold academic integrity.
Additionally, the workshop will provide a brief overview of the university’s policy on the use of Generative AI tools in assignments, helping educators navigate emerging technologies responsibly. By the end of the workshop, teachers will be confident in leveraging Blackboard’s assessment tools to enhance their online teaching and evaluation processes.

Objective

To empower teachers with the knowledge and skills to create, manage, and grade online assessments using Blackboard’s Ultra interface, integrate Turnitin for plagiarism checking, and understand the university’s guidelines on the use of Generative AI in assignments.

What You Will Learn

• How to create and configure assignments and tests in Blackboard Ultra interface
• Practices for grading and providing feedback on student submissions
• Setting up and interpreting Turnitin similarity reports to maintain academic integrity
• Understanding the university’s stance on the use of Generative AI tools in student assignments

Agenda

1. Blackboard Assignments and Tests
   - Overview of creating and managing assignments and tests
   - Configuring assessment settings including availability, due dates, and grading options
2. Grading Student Submissions
   - Accessing submissions and providing grades and feedback
   - Using rubrics and inline grading tools for efficient evaluation
3. Turnitin Integration
   - Setting up Turnitin assignments within Blackboard
   - Accessing and interpreting similarity reports
   - Addressing plagiarism and maintaining academic integrity
4. Generative AI (GenAI) in Assignments
   - Brief introduction to GenAI technologies
   - University policies and ethical considerations regarding GenAI use