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Blackboard is the supported Learning Management System at Syracuse University. This page contains links to some common questions. More support documentation is available by browsing the links below or using using the menu to browse additional Answers' pages. 

Authorized users can access the Syracuse University Blackboard via the home page. 


New Instructor Information

New instructors in Blackboard at Syracuse University are encouraged to begin with a set of videos that introduces the system and some of the basics of our configuration and to view information introducing the system and its configuration.

Top Questions by Faculty

Faculty - Getting Started

How do I make my course available to students?

How do I add additional users (e.g. a TA) to my Course?

How can I re-design the standard Blackboard course template?

How do I create an assignment so it shows up in the grade center?

Can I add more than one document at a time?

How to I copy materials from my old course to my new course?

How can I customize my Blackboard course site?

Top Questions by Students

How do I receive notifications updates in my Blackboard courses?

What browser should I use with Blackboard?

How do I submit an assignment?

Does Blackboard have a mobile app?

How can I view my grades?

How do I submit a Turnitin assignment?

How can I hide courses?

Can I change my Blackboard profile picture?

Support from Blackboard

Blackboard provides a robust help site with detailed information about how to use the service from both the student and instructor perspective. When searching for support documents please know that Syracuse University currently uses Ultra Navigation with most courses in the Learn Original format.