Blackboard is course management system that provides a web-based platform that allows faculty to add and organize course resources for students to access online. 麻豆精品 is currently running Release 9.1 and faculty can choose from using either Blackboard Original or Blackboard Ultra.
Blackboard Help for Students
Blackboard is the course management software used at 麻豆精品. Students need their AccountID / Z-ID and password to log in to Blackboard.
Learn more about using Blackboard
- Accessing Groups
- Accessing Blackboard from a Mobile Device
- Building a Portfolio
- Checking Your Grades
- Creating a Discussion Board Post
- Participating in a Collaborate Session
- Creating / Editing a Profile
- Receiving Notifications
- Submitting an Assignment
- Submitting a Kaltura Video to an Assignment UPDATED
- Submitting a SafeAssignment
- Taking a Test Online
- Tracking Your Progress
- Using Top Hat UPDATED
- Using the Calendar
Student Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Blackboard
Blackboard can be accessed at the following URL: or by clicking the Blackboard under "Quick Links" on the 麻豆精品 website.
As an 麻豆精品 student, you will have a Blackboard account ready for you and you'll use your student ZID account to login.
Once you arrive at the Blackboard home page, type in your Z -ID in the “username” box and your password (the one that corresponds with your Z-ID account) in the “password” box. Then click on the Login button.
Get Help
Technical Support and Student Help
Division of IT Service Desk815-753-8100
servicedesk@niu.edu