Webinar for offshore students using Blackboard Collaborate

Lou Connell

Objective:

To provide library services to offshore students, in particular Referencing classes in real time.

What does Blackboard Collaborate Offer

• It is integrated within our LMS• Technology to connect offshore• Recording• Web, Video, Voice• The platform offers opportunities for

collaboration with other units- the class will be designed in consultation with Shem McDonald (Academic Support & Development).

What does Blackboard Collaborate Offer

• Students have learning opportunities in terms of participating in the class, and after the class. They can chat, text and listen.

• Students build confidence through the class• They make links through to other services in the

library and student academic support• The Referencing skills links remain on the site

What does Blackboard Collaborate Offer

• The real time session is similar to those offered onshore

• Connects and engages the student with VU

• Learning opportunities with a new platform for Library staff

Lesson Plan

• The How to Reference Lesson Plan for the BMO1101 students will be designed with Shem Mcdonald

• It will include activities and discussions.