Assignments

There are three features that support assessment activities built into BlackBoard. The Assignments tool helps manage the process of handing out, collecting, grading, and providing feedback on papers and other assignments. Grades are recorded and managed through the Gradebook feature.

The assignments tool manages document exchange between instructor and student. Assignments list the name, point value, and a description for class work. Instructors can include attachments, such as a grading rubric, set of notes, or a case study. Students complete the assignment in a separate file, then upload it into BlackBoard. The instructor can then grade the work, and send it back to students, along with feedback.

 

Add Assignment

Like most sections of BlackBoard, creating assignments consists of 3 steps: create or link to the content, select the display options, and submit. To add an assignment:

1. In any content area, click on Edit View.
2. On the right side of the Add toolbar, use the drop down menu to select Assignment.
3. Click on Go.
4. Type up the instructions and fill in the form. Attach files as needed.
5. Click Submit.

 

Completing Assignments

Students complete assignments by uploading files into the assignment information in BlackBoard.

To complete an assignment:

1. Go to the content area in BlackBoard where the assignment is listed.
2. Click on "View/Complete assignment" for that item.
3. Once the work is complete, return to this screen.
4. Enter any comments for the instructor in the Comments box.
5. Upload your completed files, but using the "Attach Local File" feature.
6. Click Submit.
   • Note: Once the student clicks submit, they will no longer be able to modify the assignment. Clicking Save will not send the assignment to the instructor.

Grading Assignments

Once a Student completes and submits an Assignment the Instructor may access this file in the Gradebook. The student can not make changes to an assignment after they have submitted it.

To retrieve and grade an assignment:

1. Go to the Control Panel and click on Gradebook.
2. In the column for that assignment, click on the exclamation point (which indicates an assignment was submitted but has not been graded) for a specific student.
3. Click on the View button at the far right of the assignment information to see the assignment and files.
4. Grade the assignment and type in feedback to the student. You can also type in comments for yourself that will not be sent to the student.
5. The students will then be able to view their grade. If they click on their score, they'll see your feedback.

 

 

BlackBoard Logins

Go to the BlackBoard site at http://blackboard.highline.edu

Instructors have two different usernames for BlackBoard. One is for you as an instructor. The other is a "student" login, which allows you to see what your course looks like for your students.

Instructor ID

Your instructor ID is the same as your network logon at Highline. It will be the first letter of your first name, followed by the first seven letters of your last name. An initial password will be provided at your orientation, or you can use the "Forgot Password" feature (click on the link on the BlackBoard login screen to use this feature).

Student ID

Your student ID allows you to see how your courses will look to students. The username follows the pattern that all student users follow. It will be the first seven letters of your first name, followed by the first seven letters of your last name. Click on the "Forgot Password" link on the BlackBoard login screen to get your student password. Remember to use your student username when filling out the Forgot Password form!

For details, see the ICC Help page at http://flightline.highline.edu/ic/ichelp.phppasswords.

 

Quick Reference Guide

BlackBoard URL

• http://blackboard.highline.edu

Faculty Resources

• Faculty information: http://flightline.highline.edu/blackboard
• For assistance with student accounts, contact the ICC Help Desk.
• For assistance with building courses and using BlackBoard features, contact Instructional Design at id@highline.edu.

Student Resources

• Password and technical support information (http://flightline.highline.edu/ic/ichelp.php)
• Account and other problems: ICC Help Desk at icchelp@highline.edu, 206-870-4880