Students Get Started Guide
Blackboard is course management software. Students need their AccountID / Z-ID and password to log in to Blackboard.
Learn more about how to get started using Blackboard
- Accessing Groups
- Accessing Blackboard from a Mobile Device
- Building a Portfolio
- Checking Your Grades
- Creating a Discussion Board Post
- Participating in a Class Collaborate Session
- Creating / Editing a Profile
- Receiving Notifications
- Submitting an Assignment
- Submitting a SafeAssignment
- Taking a Test Online
- Taking a Test with Respondus LockDown Browser and Monitor
- Tracking Your Progress
- Using the Calendar
- Using TopHat (Student Response System)
- Students' FAQs
Getting Started Tutorial
Short videos on the essential skills to use Blackboard effectively
Get Help
Technical Support and Student Help
Division of IT Service Desk815-753-8100
servicedesk@niu.edu