Blackboard tutorials: The Control Panel
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In this tutorial you will learn how to navigate the Blackboard Control Panel.


A screen capture of a Blackboard course homepage, with the Control Panel button highlighted.

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1. In the navigation bar on the left , below the course menu buttons, select the Control Panel link.

 

2. The link will bring you to the Blackboard Control Panel page, which only Instructors and their designated assistants can access. The Control Panel is divided into six areas. See the text below for an explanation of each area:

A screen capture of the Control Panel with the various content areas highlighted.
 

The Blackboard Control Panel

  1. Content Areas - This area provides the tools necessary to add text, files, and information to the course.
  2. Course Tools - This area contains the communication tools for Instructors to send email, create tasks, and work with groups. This area also contains Building Blocks.
  3. Course Options - This area contains security and customization options for management of course components.
  4. User Management - This area provides tools for the Instructor to manage users and enrollments.
  5. Assessment - This area provides tools for creating tests and surveys, recording grades, and tracking user activity.
  6. Support - This area offers support contacts and online documentation.
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