Blackboard Collaborate allows the use of virtual classrooms, webinars, on-line meetings and webinar sessions. There are a number of tools for moderators such as a virtual white board, screen sharing, web tours and polling.
Participants can communicate through text chat, as well as using a microphone or web cam when permitted. It can be very useful in distance learning as well as when using a blended approach. Aston has integrated Collaborate with Blackboard to allow for ease of use.
How do I use it?
As a Participant
As a student you will mostly be expected to take part in sessions as a Participant.
As a Moderator
Depending upon how your lecturer might want you to use the tool you may take part in sessions as a Moderator.
Preparing your computer for your first session
Preparing your computer for your first Collaborate session. This guide will get you set up to attend a Collaborate session.
Supported Browsers
Click here for information for currently supported internet browsers that will work with Blackboard Collaborate.
Supported Browsers
Need help? Contact the Technology Enhanced Learning team on telsupport@aston.ac.uk