Collaborate Ultra is Blackboard's real-time video conferencing tool that lets you add files, share applications, and use a virtual whiteboard to interact. The virtual session opens right in your browser, so there is no software to install.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are experiencing issues with your Blackboard Collaborate session, visit Blackboard's Participant FAQ page for help.
How to Get Started in a Collaborate Session
To learn how to get started and navigate a Blackboard Collaborate Session, see Blackboard's Participant page.
How to Join a Collaborate Session
For instructions on joining a Collaborate session, please see Blackboard's Collaborate or Blackboard Collaborate Ultra. You will need to confirm with your instructor on which version of Blackboard Collaborate they are using.
How to Participate in a Collaborate Session Using the Blackboard App
Check out Blackboard's Collaborate in the Blackboard App page for details on using Blackboard Collaborate Ultra in the Blackboard app.
How to be the Captioner in Your Collaborate Session
Go to Blackboard's Live Closed Captioning video for details on Live Closed Captioning in a Blackboard Collaborate Session.
How to Give a Student Presentation in Collaborate
You can find documentation for giving presentations in Blackboard Collaborate on Blackboard's Share Content page.
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