Blackboard Mobile Learn Basics
- 1. Blackboard Mobile Learn Basics Please note: The app is not meant to replace a laptop or desktop web browser, just enhance it.
- 2. To get the app … • Search the iTunes store (for iPad, iPhone, iPod) • Search the Google Play store (for Android devices) • Once installed, open the app. Then search for “Metropolitan Community College – Nebraska”
- 3. Login … • With your MCC username and password. • This will save in the app unless you log out. • If your password changes, be sure to login again with the new one.
- 4. • You’ll see a menu with all your available courses. • Tap the course name to get in and check out the content.
- 5. • Navigate through folders by tapping their names; go back with the arrow in the upper left. • Instructors can add items with the Add button.
- 6. • You can read written lectures, watch embedded videos • You won’t be able to complete all course activities through the app, but you can access content on the go.
- 7. • You can even read and respond to discussions. • Just tap “Reply” to post.
- 8. • For more complex tasks such as taking tests, switch to a web browser. • Tests will show a warning when not app- friendly.
- 9. • Use the Dashboard (top of the home menu) to see announcements and upcoming deadlines.
- 10. The app is also great for … keeping up-to-date with course changes and deadlines. You can set up notifications to get new course info sent directly to your mobile device.
- 11. • To enable notifications, tap “Settings” on the main menu, then “Notifications.” • Choose which actions you want to be notified about.