Blackboard Course Template
The Blackboard course template was developed in accordance with Quality Matters Standard 6.3 to standardize navigation and create a consistent course environment for students.
The course template, approved by the Academic Council at Prince George's Community College (PGCC), will be used to create Blackboard courses provided to all faculty.
Blackboard Template Information
Announcements |
Information from faculty member at regular intervals in the course At Start of the course: - Welcome announcement |
Start Here |
- Course Welcome - Course Overview - Instructions for Getting Around the Site - Instructions for "How the Course Works" - Tips for Success - Checklist to Start the Course - Instructions for how long to get started in the course |
Syllabus & Schedule |
- Syllabus - Course Schedule outlining course dates and assignment due dates - Pre-loaded "static" First Day Handout Information |
Course Content |
Course Modules for the course Each Module should contain: - Module Overview - Module Objectives - Lectures and Readings - Assignments and/or Activities - Module Wrap-up and transition to next module |
Discussion Board |
Discussion forums for the course Required Discussion Forums: - Introductions - General Course Questions |
Faculty Info |
Contact information for faculty |
Quicklinks |
Links to important course information Required Quicklinks: - My Grades - Student Tools - eLearning Help - Testing Center Exams |
Library Resources |
This is a link that was added in Fall 2019 and allows students to easily access library resources. If you are browsing older courses, you will not see this link. |
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