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Blackboard App

Blackboard App offers a streamlined, mobile-friendly way to manage your courses for students and instructors.

  • Available on iOS and Android

  • Supports both Original and Ultra courses

  • Optimized for small screens

While some advanced features are only available in the web version, the app covers most day-to-day needs for both instructors and students.

Download and log into the Blackboard App

  • Download the Blackboard App from the Apple Store or Google Play.

  • Compatible Devices: iOS 14+ and Android 11+.

  • Log In: Search for your institution in the app. If it doesn’t appear, contact your school’s help desk.

  • Language Support: The app is available in over 30 languages and follows your device’s language settings.

Tips and troubleshooting for the Blackboard App

  • Can’t Find Your School? Double-check the name or contact your institution’s help desk.

  • Login Issues? Your school’s IT support can help with username or password recovery.

  • Logging Out: Select Menu, then Settings, then Log Out.

  • Language Not Displaying Correctly? Restart the app after changing your device’s language settings.

Key Features for Instructors on the Blackboard App

  • Create and edit content: Tap the plus sign in the Content tab to add materials, assignments, or tests.

  • Announcements: Post time-sensitive updates directly from your phone.

  • Grading: Use the Gradebook tab to review, annotate, and publish grades. Rubrics and attachments are supported.

  • Discussions: Moderate and participate in course discussions.

  • Push Notifications: Get alerts for new submissions, discussions, and other course activity.