Overview

A Learning Management System (LMS) is a digital platform designed to support teaching and learning by organizing and delivering course materials, facilitating communication, and tracking student progress. At NDSU, Blackboard serves as the university’s LMS, providing a centralized space for students, faculty, and staff to engage with academic content, collaborate, and manage coursework both in and outside the classroom.

Blackboard

• Blackboard for Instructors
• Blackboard for Students and Staff
• Blackboard Ultra Project Information

Google Classroom offers flexible ways to organize communications, files, and other resources in a team environment

Getting Started

• If you are a student, consult with your instructor about where your course content is.
• If you are a faculty member, you should use Blackboard unless you have a specific disciplinary need for an alternative.

Best Practices

• Use a campus-supported product to ensure the safety and security of files. See the links above to learn about the features of each application and determine which best meets your needs. 

Learn More/How To's

FAQs

Use Cases

• Students and faculty can use an LMS to help with the tracking, documentation, and reporting of coursework. 

Universal Design/Accessibility

• This will vary by the product selected. See the links above to review specific product accessibility features.