Navigating a Blackboard Course

This article will provide you with a basic introduction to the features available in your Blackboard course and assist you in initiating and navigating the course content.

Initiating with the course

Before starting your course, go through the Start Here | Setting Up Your Students Accounts module. You may need to set up an additional account for course material outside of Blackboard and you will find important attendance information on setting up your CourseKey app.

Make sure to also review the Start Course Orientation module before your course starts.

• The Course Overview and Syllabus section will contain your syllabus, and important attendance information, among other important documents.
• In the Course User Guide folder you will find a range of tools and information designed to support you throughout your PCHS journey.
• Lastly, you need to complete the Course Orientation Acknowledgement to get access to all of your class materials and modules.

Navigation bar

It allows you to open frequently used tools in one step. You can choose from options like course content, calendar, announcements, discussions, gradebook, messages, and groups.

From the Content tab, you can see the course instructor (s) and the option to send them a direct message by clicking on the letter icon. Also, you can review all course members from the Roster and see if the Progress Tracking indicator is enabled for your course.

From the Gradebook tab you have easy access to review your course grades and any feedback provided by the instructor.

Navigating the course content

All of your course content appears in the main part of the page. When you select a folder or learning module, it will expand to display the content nested in it. You can access any of the resources or activities by clicking on them.

Submitting an assignment

You can click on an assignment to start an attempt.

The submission box will provide you with several options to edit and adjust your submission, including an attachment button. When your submission is ready, click on Submit. 

Once your submission is completed, you will be provided with a submission receipt and the option to download it.

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Searching for course content

Search for course content by clicking on the magnifying glass icon located at the top of the course, and entering the activity name you wish to access.

If you encounter any challenges or have questions along the way, remember that you can search for more assistance articles and reach out to our dedicated support team.