Blackboard Training Information

NOTICE: If you have already completed Blackboard training in the past, you do NOT need to sign up again to use the Gradebook. Instead, please see the Blackboard Gradebook Expectations page.

New Users - Instructors who have not completed training previously:

You must complete Blackboard training prior to using Blackboard. DMACC policy reads: All online instructors must be trained and certified on using the Blackboard Learning Management System (LMS) by the Distance Learning department.

How the Training Works

Sign up for ONE of the training options below (do NOT sign up for both) using the appropriate form. You will NOT receive a confirmation email from the form.
You will receive login instructions in your DMACC email when we are ready for you to begin or on the session start date.
The entire Blackboard training course is completed online and is self-paced. Our Instructional Designers are available by email, telephone, or in-person if you would like additional assistance.
In order to successfully complete the training, all required work must be completed by the end date listed for your session.

Option 1: Web Enhanced Training

If you plan to teach only face-to-face courses and use Blackboard for the gradebook or Web Enhance your course with other components, sign up for this Web Enhanced training.

Covers basic necessities, such as the DMACC Template, Announcements, Syllabus, Your Instructor contact information, and the Grade Center
Requires you to start setting up your gradebook
Spring 2020 Session - Sign up by filling out the Web Enhanced Training Sign-Up Form.
- Open all semester long; sign up at any time and work at your own pace
- Complete the training no later than May 8th, 2020
- Note - If you need to use Blackboard starting Spring 2020, please complete ASAP.

Option 2: Blended/Online Training

If you plan to teach Web Blended and/or fully Online courses soon, sign up for this Blended/Online training.

Covers everything in the Web Enhanced Training with additional requirements for tools, such as Tests, Discussion Boards, and Journals
Requires you to develop 3 weeks of a fully online course
You can also teach Web Enhanced courses
After successfully completing the Blended/Online Training, you will be paid a $300 stipend if you are assigned to teach a course.
Spring 2020 Sessions - Sign up by filling out the Blended/Online Training Sign-Up Form.
1. Session 1:
  Start: Tuesday, January 21st
  End: Tuesday, February 11th at 10AM Central
2. Session 2:
  Start: Tuesday, February 18th
  End: Tuesday, March 10th at 10AM Central
3. Session 3:
  Start: Tuesday, March 17th
  End: Tuesday, April 7th at 10AM Central
4. Session 4:
  Start: Tuesday, April 14th
  End: Tuesday, May 5th at 10AM Central