Communication Tools

Instructors have many tools and features within Blackboard that foster communication and engagement with students in their modules. These tools are designed to promote collaboration, self-reflection, and community building, allowing instructors to tailor their communication strategies. The two primary communication tools are Announcements and Messages.

Communication Tools within an Ultra Module are:

1. Announcements – Share module announcements with all students.
2. Messages – Communicate directly with individuals, groups, or the entire class through Blackboard's internal messaging system.​
3. Discussions – Create, organise, and manage discussion forums for meaningful student interaction.
4. Journals – Set up private spaces for student reflection and instructor feedback, both graded and ungraded.
5. Conversations – Enable content-specific discussions to support collaborative learning tied to course materials.

Communication Tools Explained