Blackboard Learn

Pros

I like that it organizes courses in a very neat way, the website is easy to navigate and looks great visually. The calendar is very helpful.

Cons

It's not very easy to use for teachers. They often have a hard time understanding all of the features Blackboard provides.

Pros

Blackboard is very easy to navigate and use as a student.

Cons

Communication is not as efficient as other programs.

Pros

Blackboard is fairly easy to use and is easy to onboard with. It is familar to most students and professors.

Cons

Some of my least favorite features included the limits on customizability of the course features (such as colors) and the clunky UI.

Pros

Blackboard Learn equips all stakeholders with a reliable information through learning

Cons

Blackboard Learn is determined and no demerit.

Pros

I must admit wrestling with Blackboard in 2015 when first encountered, but I've learned it to be reliable and fairly simple to use. Everything about it makes sense and navigation is easy. The system does the math for accurate grade recording and stores information for as long as needed in order to verify work submitted and grades recorded.

Cons

My least favorite thing was being thrust into Blackboard initially after using only Moodle. Our school offered some group training and I took advantage of several help sessions, too. The systems are different, but I believe Blackboard to be superior in every way.

Pros

Blackboard Learn employs a feature where many other apps and learning platforms can be smoothly integrated into the LMS.

Cons

I do not find Blackboard Learn to be intuitive.

Pros

Blackboard Learn, now Anthology, revolutionized online and distance learning with amazing features in one place; its intuitive interface, different tools and integrations are all there to make the learning process smooth and enjoyable. Educators can manage courses and users in few clicks, have an idea about their activity stream, set assignments and tests with the help of Ai. In fact, introducing Ai tools brought Blackboard Learn to the fore: you can generate texts, activities, tests and assignment away from ChatGPT based platforms.

Cons

I have few words on what is missing in Blackboard Learn particularly system requirements: I often experience system crashes and lagging with Blackboard Learn platform. I still have something against cloud-based solutions as the file size with Blackboard Learn does not allow large files, which is weird, educators often need large files. One more thing, it is not ideal for small businesses.

Pros

I like the discussion board feature as the feature is the most used.

Cons

The user interface design is a bit outdated compared to nowadays LMS platforms. I think the colors, fonts, and the overall interface can be improved.

Pros

Overall the platform does what it needs to do. It improved overtime.

Cons

When I first started using it, it didn’t have the best UI.

Pros

It is an organized system, fairly easy to navigate but not as user friendly than other products.

Cons

The email system and the Discussions forums, they could be further developed to become easier to navigate

Pros

My assignments and materials are organized in one place. As of the most recent update, it is now much easier to use than it used to be. Assigning assignments and adding details to classes has never been simpler. Now, it's much easier to use than it was before. The process of giving students feedback and organizing my responses is simple. It's also how I communicate with them. As a result, it's easy to refer back to them and remember what I said.

I also like that Blackboard integrates well with other apps. When it comes to presentations, I rely heavily on VoiceThread and Panopto. GoReact and Top Hat are also on my to-do list.

Cons

An update to the mobile app is still in order. There is a lot of work to be done on this project. On the web, the user experience was much better.

Alternatives Considered

Reasons for Choosing Blackboard Learn

Switched From

Reasons for Switching to Blackboard Learn

Pros

I have been using Blackboard Learn to support my undergraduate and graduate university courses. I mainly use it to flexibly:1. Post course lecture notes and recorded videos.2. Post assignments and manage their submission policies and due dates3. Conduct exams and quizzes4. Post grades to students and link it to Banner to be on the University database system5. Use many tools such as Blackboard Collaborate to conduct video conferencing sessions and office hours with students

Cons

Creating exams and assessments can be streamlined in a better way to create questions of different types more flexibly and rapidly. I recommend having a tool to do MCQ grading (such as Gradescope) integrated in the Blackboard LMS. Moreover, integrating video editing tools into the LMS itself would be a great addition as well.

Pros

It’s impressive how online learning can be easily managed by utilizing key features. It’s virtual classroom and assignment/tests are one of the best in the industry.

Cons

Sometimes it takes too long to load the documents or lags when all the students log in at the same time for a common use like test or group activity.

Pros

Features allow you to have access to learning resources such as online textbooks as well as keep track of notes lecturers have made available to you.

Cons

There is nothing I dislike about blackboard

Pros

It is easy to navigate blackboard, view assignments, grades, etc. At my college, my professors post everything on this site, including grades, the syllabus, assignments, and contact information. The only time it's hard to navigate is when a professor doesn't organize the class well, and that is not on Blackboards end.

Cons

The emailing feature within blackboard can be a bit finicky at times, so I tend to find the professors email and send an email directly to them.

Pros

I liked that you could set it to send reminders about when upcoming assignments were due. It was very helpful from that perspective.

Cons

I thought the user interface was clunky and needed work. It was sometimes hard to navigate and there would often be times where students would have to ask how to do something in the platform.

Pros

It is extremely fun to learn and develop new skills using blackboard Learn. The system includes great slides to learn from.

Cons

I did not have to go through any problems while using this amazingly great software. So nothing for now.

Pros

What I like the most about Blackboard Learn is the amazing and complete features it offers to its users.
I use this software for higher education (as a student) and it is very complete and reliable. I can track all my courses, appointments, works, grades, files and many more in the same place, which is perfect for me.
I also like the fact I can communicate with my teachers within this platform and the possibility to activate the email notifications for every course is a great add-up for this software.

Cons

What I like the least about this software is the User Interface (UI), as I consider the navigability could be better and the features could yet be more accessible and easier to use.
Other than that, I don't have any other "complaints" about Blackboard Learn.
I may mention that in the beginning of the pandemic, with the introduction of online classes, this software was a life-saver and my institution needed to contact the support team, who was very responsive and agile to solve all the issues at that time.

Pros

It's nice to have all the assignments, documents, and grades in one place. This helps to avoid professors handing out tons of papers or sending emails all the time. The mobile app sends push notifications about grades or upcoming assignment deadlines which is nice.

Cons

I have noticed some glitches using Blackboard (didn't get notifications, etc). The UI on the computer is outdated and counterintuitive in some ways for both students and instructors. The online service is completely different from the app version which can also be a problem. The online UI needs to be updated to look more like the app.

Pros

Being still a student, I love the ease with which I can move within the interface and change courses because if you have several subjects, you can easily locate them and see the content very easily. Inside the software, you can see practically everything as if it were a classroom since you can hold virtual meetings, see your content/tasks to do, see your final grades, take your final exams, etc. It is a platform that stands out for its excellence in education since the page rarely crashes or presents some difficulties.

Cons

It may be difficult at first to navigate through the different menus/pages/courses because the platform does not give us that simply look the first time we see it, as unlike its competitors in the market, this one has a slightly less friendly view. But it is rescued if for example our school/university gives us within Blackboard a small tutorial on the essentials you should know about this software.
But honestly, I do not see many cons to Blackboard because it is a platform that gives us what we are looking for and that is why it is one of the top e-learning software.

Pros

Blackboard Learner is a valuable platform for training and teaching. The access is easier and it provides a great experience of online learning.

Cons

Very compact and nicely designed system of online learning

Pros

User-friendly interface: Blackboard Learn has a user-friendly interface that makes it easy for teachers and students to use.Customizable content: The platform allows teachers to create and upload their own course content, including multimedia materials, assignments, and assessments.Real-time feedback: Blackboard Learn provides real-time feedback to students, which can help improve their learning outcomes.Analytics: The platform provides detailed analytics and reporting capabilities, allowing teachers to monitor student progress and make data-driven decisions to improve their teaching.Integration: Blackboard Learn integrates with other tools and platforms, such as Google Drive, Microsoft Office 365, and more, making it easy to share and access course materials.

Cons

Cost: Blackboard Learn can be expensive for schools, especially when compared to other learning management systems.Technical issues: Some users have reported technical issues with Blackboard Learn, such as slow performance and system crashes.Limited customization options: While the platform allows for some customization, some users have reported that it is limited compared to other learning management systems.

Pros

Blackboard is easy to learn and usually intuitively easy for any goal you have. It helps coordinate large teams or classes, and with creative use can be set up to use most styles of teaching (group discussions, online learning, video/attachments, etc).

Cons

My concerns with Blackboard are at the philosophical level. From the way it is systematically set up, you can tell that it uses some outdated methods of teaching. Use as a student can feel oppressive, with students too easily shut down and overruled and the general aesthetic vibe being a bit darker and more confined than examples such as Canvas.

Pros

The ease of use is a very great feature of this software. Adding and managing online courses and lessons is a breeze. The import/export function of the test maker built in the software is also a plus.

Cons

The interface feels a little bit outdated as compared to other LMS.

Pros

An excellent platform to conduct courses for students , uploading relevant course work, setting assessments and also promoting discourse on a course forum.The product is simple to use and is extremely user friendly. With a short course, students are able to effectively utilise the system and with many online options for assistance, it really helps those learners who are unsure.

Cons

Support could be better at times and a complicated process to register users.

Pros

I love how functional it is and how thoughtfully crafted it is for students and instructors alike.

Cons

At times the interface lacks aesthetic value, especially when it comes to writing your own responses on the platform and using it on a mobile device.

Pros

I love everything about Blackboard Learn I love that I can see and check on my grades weekly Try to turn items in as well that are late. I love that I can reach out to my teacher whenever I need their help with things as well.

Cons

Sometimes if would freeze or log me out if you are not active in your session. but anything else i love it.

Pros

Blackboard was the tool faculty used most to relay any information about grades, curriculum changes, and other announcements. It made it easier to navigate individual courses, especially in the circumstances in which I needed to miss class. I used Blackboard for four years and could not have survived college without it.

Cons

I think the biggest con of Blackboard Learn is the esthetics. Unlike other learning management systems such as Canvas, the Blackboard Learn interface simply feels a little more outdated. That being said, with this being my main con, it was overall a wonderful tool in my undergraduate education.

Pros

ease of navigation to different department sites

Cons

data storage and collaboration was lacking and hard to navigate

Pros

Announcements and features are easy to do.

Cons

Too many steps to erase content I feel confused at times

Alternatives Considered

Reasons for Switching to Blackboard Learn

Pros

The flexibility to update information and make changes to coursework is good. If a student publishes an assignment, such as a paper, incorrectly I am able to reset the assignment on an individual basis without opening it up to the entire class.

Cons

With the more frequent use of mobile devices, Blackboard needs to be more mobile-friendly. Some screens, such as the grade book, offer limited functionality when accessed on a mobile device such as an iPad.

Pros

Blackboard is an easy to use learning management system that eases the stress of juggling college courses for the student and professor both. Blackboard is easy to format, and very conducive to discussion between professors and students via the discussion board or the other tools provided.

Cons

When I was a college freshman, it was one of the first years my university used Blackboard. This caused a slight learning curve between the professors as they used the website the first year, which they asked for patience for. This is understandable, however, and in my sophomore-senior year the professors had a firm grasp of the program and it was not an issue.

Pros

It is fairly easy to use. It does take some getting used to and some of the functions don't make a lot of sense until you get used to it

Cons

There is a learning curve you must adjust too

Pros

Blackboard learn is easy to use both for teachers and students.

Cons

Sometimes you have to use four or five clicks to get where you want to go.

Pros

Platform organization, accessibility (accessible on mobile devices), and also ensures a safe and protected learning environment.

Cons

The cost of the platform compared to other learning platforms. Also, complexity when first exposed to it

Pros

Blackboard is so easy to use. Posting assignments, having discussions and accessing materials is so simple to do.

Cons

Nothing was wrong with the program itself.

Pros

Blackboard did do a great job of organizing online classes and content was hard to find.

Cons

The app wasn't as user friendly and as an organization it had too many university-wide breakdowns.

Pros

The layout, the crispy clean look and feel it has. Blackboard has come along way and they just keep getting better and better.

Cons

I feel like there was something missing that I couldn't put my finger one but overall such a great product!

Pros

Its adaptability and flexibility for the content writer. Information is so easy to add, edit, or remove at a moment's notice, and the changes are reflected immediately.

Cons

There could be more assessment tools added, but the ones already there are more than adequate.

Pros

Blackboard Learn is one of the easiest platforms for college students to navigate. I like that I can talk to my professors in real - time.

Cons

There was nothing I didn't like about it.

Pros

Easy to create tests and assessments and grading them. Things were laid out and easy to find.

Cons

Looks old and outdated. Needs to be cleaner and conscise.

Alternatives Considered

Pros

Blackboard brings everything you need into one easy to access and navigate place.

Cons

Nothing in particular stands out other than the occasional updates that are required.

Pros

Blackboard is often being replaced with D2L/Brightspace, including at my college. However, it comes with a number of advantages. It's relatively easy to use and includes Blackboard UltraCollaborate, which was essential during the pandemic as a remote learning tool

Cons

It tends to delete older classes without informing the professor, making it harder to use or reuse older material

Pros

Easy to use and onboard users, especially beginners.

Cons

Folder system can be a little tedious at times.

Pros

Blackboard is a well-created product that is easy to navigate for both administrators and students. It was intuitive to follow the flow a path to find content needed at a given time. There was no confusion to find lecture notes, grades, or messages from an administrator. I have used multiple learning management systems, and BBL is my favorite

Cons

Blackboard was more costly than other competitors, so our organization had to transition tools because of this.

Pros

Ease of use during class time and at home

Cons

The messaging service was not always the best to contact with

Pros

Blackboard has a very clear and easy to use interface which makes improves access to information for all your courses.

Cons

The main drawback is the occasional upload failure which can either be due to a system failure or an unsupported file.

Pros

Blackboard Learn allows me to track the progress of the students. If one of my students is falling behind on an assignment, it notifies me then I would contact the student about their missing assignment. These are the features that I like the most about Blackboard Learn.

Cons

Blackboard Learn does not handle large file sizes well. There was an incident where a student of mine couldn't hand in an assignment due to their file size being too big. Following that event, the student had to send me their assignment via email. Blackboard Learn should increase its file size limit in order to prevent this from happening again.

Pros

What I like most about this app is the ability to discuss topics in the app's discussion forums. It also offers a gradebook function that simplifies the grading process and allows students to track their progress throughout the course.

Cons

The platform can sometimes be slow and prone to technical glitches.

Pros

The best feature we liked about Blackboard Learn was the 30 day free trial. Since we are a small organization operating on a minimal budget, the trial period gave us the opportunity to use the platform and make our decision for the future.

Cons

While Blackboard learn supports many languages, it unfortunately didn't have the Tibetan language required for our organization.