Blackboard Features and Functionality
Web based courses have been part of the curriculum at Framingham State College (FSC) since 1998 when the first online course was from a web site. In the year 2000, Blackboard was adopted as the college's Learning Management System. Since that time the number of instructors who use Blackboard to deliver course material on-campus and online has continued to grow. The expansion of online and web-enhanced learning is attributed to a dedicated group of educators and strong administrative support. As a Blackboard user you will have the opportunity to be involved in learning environment which fosters participation, critical thinking, and promotes many styles of communication.
Features of the Blackboard LMS include:
- Ease of use
- Customizable Learning Environment
- Collaboration and Communication tools
- Access to information anytime - anywhere
- Access to Grades and Personal Information
- Links to a virtual content space
- E-Portfolio tools
- Easy access to Library Resources
- Access to the FSCard Transaction System
