Blackboard's Messages feature serves as a vital communication tool within the learning environment, facilitating seamless and efficient interaction between instructors and students. With Messages, users can engage in private one-on-one conversations or group discussions, providing avenues for personalized support. Whether it's seeking clarification on course content, sharing resources, or receiving feedback on assignments, Messages offer a convenient and accessible platform for continuous communication. On top of that, the tool supports multimedia attachments, enabling users to exchange files, links, and multimedia content to enrich their conversations.
To create a new Message, click on the Messages tab in your Navigation Menu:
Select New Message next to the course name:
Select your recipients, by clicking in the text box, and then selecting All course members or individual students/instructors. Type your message and click Send:
For detailed instructions and best practices, you can refer to the Messages section in the Blackboard Learn Help page or simply click here.