Blackboard Collaborate

Make a strong impression

  1.  Join the session early. Give yourself time to learn what you can and can't do in the session. Start with the basics: add a profile picture and set up your audio and video.  
  2. Be on time. If you can't be early, be on time.  
  3.  Make eye contact. If you are sharing video, look at the camera and not the session. It may feel weird, but it shows you are engaged in the session.  
  4. Mute yourself when not speaking. Nothing is more distracting than background noise. For example, typing or a private conversation. It can also give the impression that you aren't paying attention. Learn how to turn your audio on and off.
  5.  Be professional. You may be joining the session from somewhere private, but you are not alone. You are face-to-face with your peers and guest experts. Make a good impression. Participate. Don't talk over someone. Raise your hand if there is no opening to speak. Type questions and feedback in the chat. Pick your best profile picture. Watch your mannerisms and facial expressions.
  6. Take an active part. Use the feedback feature and chat to show your engagement.

Collaborate is a simple, reliable web conferencing platform that complies with UK GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) for users' protection. Please read further for a general understanding of the platform.  

Watch a video of Blackboard Collaborate Ultra in action.