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This guide will provide steps for creating recorded presentations in Blackboard Collaborate as part of an assignment or mid-term/final exam. 

Accessing Blackboard Collaborate

To access Blackboard Collaborate within your online course:

  1. From the course menu, click “Blackboard Collaborate”. The screen for Blackboard Collaborate will appear.
  2.  Click on “Join Room” (The room name various by course)

Attention First Time Users: 
You will be asked to complete a few steps to set up your audio and video settings. Additionally you may be asked to download some software, if needed.  After the first time, you will not be asked to complete this again. To complete these steps, visit this page: To edit audio & video settings in Blackboard Collaborate. When done, return to this page.
 

3.  After the first time setting up your audio and video you will be asked to enter your to join the session.

    1. Enter Your Name
    2. Click "Join Session"



    3. You will see a screen joining you into the session. Don't worry if it take a minute or two. 



    4. When you enter the room it will look like this: 

 

Steps to Recording

Once you have completed the audio and video settings, you are ready to record your presentation. The following instructions will walk you through the presentation and recording process.\

Step 1: Upload your presentation

    1. On the upper right side of the screen, click on the "+" button to display the "Share Files" window.



    2. To add files to your presentation, drag the file to the section of the screen, "Add Files Here" OR click on the section and manually upload the file from your computer. 
    3. Your file will display in the window. 
    4. Click "Share Now" to display your presentation. 

The next steps will allow your to project your audio and video (optional) for your presentation.  

Step 2a: Turn on your audio

    1. To turn on your audio, click the button that look like a microphone. The button will go from grey with a slash to illuminated green. 

       

Step 2b: Turn on your video (optional)

  • Unless requested by your instructor, display your webam / video of yourself is optional. Please check with your instructor if this is a requirement for your presentation. 
    1. To turn on your video / webcam, click the button that looks like a video camera. The button will from grey with a slash to illuminated blue. 

       


Step 3: Start recording your session

  • At this point you will be able to start to recording your session. 
    1. Click on the "More Tools" from the options panel.



    2. Select "Start Recording" 



    3. A notification will appear at the upper right of the screen to indicate that you are recording. 



    • Next to the room name, a video camera will appear. It will only be displayed once you have selected to start recording. It will disappear once you have stopped a recording. 
    • Additionally, you also will know that you are recording because if you click on "More Tools" the option will change to "Stop Recording." 

Step 4: Facilitate your presentation 

  • The moment you click "Start Recording" everything you will say will be recorded. If you wish to make a practice recording, make sure you let your instructor know so that the recording can be deleted once your final recording is done. 
  • It is often nerve racking the first time you present and record a presentation. Relax. Your instructor only wants to your share your story, present a topic or gain experience with this type of software. If you run into any technical problems,  you can contact the 24/7 HelpDesk. Also make sure to contact your instructor if issues arise. 


Step 5: Stop Recording

Once you have completed your presentation, it is time to stop the recording. 

    1. Click "More Tools." You will see an option to "Stop Recording."
    2. Select "Stop Recording." 



    3. Exit the Room. 

 

 

Viewing Your Session

Once you have stopped your recording, the video will be uploaded to streaming media servers for Blackboard. This process may take a few minutes or several hours depending on the length of video and the number queued requests ahead of your presentation. Your recording will be displayed on the main page below the "Join Room" under "Recordings."

Sharing your presentation with your instructor and classmates

Depending on the assignment you may be asked to submit your recording. Here are additional instructions for renaming your presentation and providing a link to your session in a discussion, blog or assignment. 

Renaming your presentation

Getting the link for your presentation

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