Facilitated by CITL 

Faculty spend more time in the Gradebook than anywhere else in Blackboard.  To improve that experience, Blackboard has introduced a redesigned Gradebook that streamlines common workflows, reduces unnecessary navigation, and makes grading more efficient.  The updated Gradebook interface will be available in early August.  Join CITL for an overview of the new look and key enhancements, including: 

• Additional control of how students are displayed. Toggle the student ID column on or off. Sort by last name, first name, ID, overall grade, or any gradebook column. 
• A “Grade Details” panel that opens alongside the gradebook for streamlined access to the assessment’s settings, a student’s submission, feedback, accommodations, and posting status.  
• A more helpful “To Do” panel to replace the Overview tab.  This new feature keeps you in the context of the gradebook while surfacing additional things that need attention, such as ungraded submissions and unposted grades. 

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Facilitated by CITL

Ensuring academic integrity during quizzes and exams in Blackboard can be challenging. This session introduces LockDown Browser and Respondus Monitor, two tools that can help promote academic integrity and give instructors greater confidence in their assessment results. 

 Learn how LockDown Browser limits access to other applications and resources during an exam, and how Respondus Monitor adds webcam and screen recording for instructor review. Whether you teach online, hybrid, or in person, you'll leave with a clear understanding of how to set up and use these tools in your own courses. 

(You will be registering with Respondus for this event.)

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Facilitated by CITL 

Join us for a casual conversation with fellow faculty about the joys and challenges of teaching. These conversations are all about sharing best practices, brainstorming solutions, and learning from each other's experiences. These sessions are open to all faculty members, regardless of experience level or discipline. Whether you're a seasoned professor or a new instructor, there's something to gain from this collaborative discussion.

For September's conversation, faculty will discuss student attendance, sharing their own strategies, experiences, and challenges with the group.

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