Blackboard Learn 9.1

The next generation of Blackboard has made its way to Case Western Reserve University! In addition to delivering a redesigned, updated interface, Blackboard 9.1 has simplified the course site management process, facilitated classroom collaboration, allowed for better organization of course materials and assignments, and streamlined the notification system of course updates. To assist with this upgrade, a wide range of training programs and resources are available.

NEW!  Blackboard 9 Essential Training for Instructors and Students is available on lynda.com!  Go there now.

Access Blackboard Learn 9.1

Log in to Blackboard Learn 9.1 at blackboard.case.edu with your CWRU Network ID and password. If you have trouble accessing Blackboard, please contact the ITS Service Desk at 216.368.HELP (4357).

Watch a quick tour of the CWRU Blackboard Learn environment

What's New?

Click here to learn about the new features added and changes made to the Blackboard in the new version 9.1.

Blackboard Learn 9.1 new features

• Redesigned and updated interface
• Notification system for course updates using text and voice messages
• Grading enhancements such as rubrics, grading journals and blogs, and SmartViews
• New collaboration tools – wikis, blogs and journals
• Thumbnail views of files
• New content types (Learning Module, lesson plans, mashups, video, audio)
• Expanded question management for tests, surveys and question pools
• Improved recycle bins moving from shared to individual bins for users, courses or organizations
• Scheduled deployments and reminders and a wizard-like processFostering Student Engagement