How to Send a Message in Blackboard

Blackboard messages provide an email-like communication interface between a class instructor and students. Messages do not require students to have an email account as they are stored within the Blackboard account itself. However, unlike email, you cannot send messages to anyone outside of the Blackboard class.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Blackboard account

1. Access the Blackboard website for your class. Click anywhere on the class name displayed in the class list to follow the link.
2. Navigate to the "Messages" page. Follow the "Communication" link in the course menu. Choose "Messages" from the list of provided options.
3. Click the "New Message" button to open the "Compose Message" page.
4. Use the "To" button to select the recipients of your message. You can send a message to the class instructor or to fellow students. Select the name of the first recipient and then click on the right arrow. Repeat this process until all recipients are displayed in the "Recipients" box. Click "Submit."
5. Type your message subject and body in the fields provided. Make sure that your subject is descriptive. Use the "visual textbox editor" tools to format the body of your message if needed. Add an attachment if necessary.
6. Press the "Submit" button to send your message to the recipients selected.
7. Go into your "Sent" folder by clicking on the appropriate link. Your message should be displayed.

Tips & Warnings

• Contact your institution's online student help desk if you experience difficulties with your Blackboard account.

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