Getting access to Blackboard modules in Module Manager
- ellen bell
Staff need to request access to a module in Module manager before that module becomes available in Blackboard.
Who can request module access?
Full staff members with E-Codes
Associate members of staff with A-Codes (see guide on setting up A-codes)
Who cannot request module access?
PhD students (with 'B00' codes)
An Instructor (Module Co-ordinator) must e-mail Blackboard Help Desk requesting module access on PhD student’s behalf quoting the module code and CRN number and their role (see table below).
The following table shows a breakdown of the available Module Manager roles and their level of access within an module.
| Take part in course | Add and edit learning materials | Editing assessment settings | Access to marks and feedback | Visible as instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Instructor | √ | √ | √ | √ | √ |
Teaching Assistant | √ | √ | partial | √ | x |
Course Builder | √ | √ | partial | x | x |
Marker | √ | x | x | √ | x |
Student | √ | x | x | (only their own marks) | x |
The functionality of roles has changed between Blackboard Original and Ultra, if you need to set up or alter assessment settings, assign yourself as Instructor - you can can always change your role later.
Instructions
Module Access request process
Before you start, you’ll need, your staff code and network password to log into the Module manager, then the module code and CRN of the module you wish to set up access.
Navigate to the Module Manager
Enter your staff number and Network (Blackboard and Portal) password and click on the login button.
Next mouse over the Modules tab and then select Access.
The Module Access page then provides options for requesting access.
Enter your module code in the Module code input box.
Whilst the academic year defaults to the current year, you can also select a previous academic year if you want access to prior versions of the module.
The page will automatically update to show you the versions of the module available in the academic year selected. Check the CRN of your module then select the access level you require from the dropdown menu and press Submit.
If you are unsure which level of access to request we recommend Instructor which gives you full editing rights and the ability to add or modify grades and feedback.
Remember to check Upcoming Courses for those courses starting the following semester.
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Centre for Digital Learning Enhancement
ulster.ac.uk/learningengancement/cdle