Blackboard and Weblearn
Weblearn is the institutional Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) based on Blackboard Learn. It provides access to all Blackboard tools and online assessment options and access to the additional tools listed below
- Ally accessibility software providing accessible versions of files to students
- Microsoft Teams Web Conferencing software
- Panopto Recordings Video platform for lecture recordings and videos
- Reading lists integrated with the library
- Turnitin for Originality Checks and submission of word-based files
Weblearn and SITS / Evision (Student Record System)
Weblearn is integrated with SITS to fetch all modules and student module registrations for the academic year. As long as your module is on SITS and listed as running for the academic year, it will automatically appear on Weblearn and registered students will gain access to their module one week before the start of teaching.
Policies and guidelines
Online Submission Guidelines
The guidelines define how to create and manage online assignments in accordance with University regulations.
Academic Regulations
All online assessment must observe academic regulations.
Inclusive Module Design
Guidance on how to ensure your Weblearn materials are accessible and support inclusive learning and teaching.
Mobile Friendly Module Design
Guidance on how to create mobile friendly resources for Weblearn.
Third Party Services Guidelines
Staff must be familiar with the appropriate use of third party services before using external tools such as Grammarly or YouTube with students.