Blackboard Accounts

Are created and available on the first day of the semester - not before.

Access Blackboard

 

How can I tell which classes are online?

One way you can find online courses is to visit the course schedule and look at the location of the classes listed.

Can my Computer Handle an Online Class?

Here are the recommendations for computer hardware and software.

Additional Links

Here are a few links to help get you ready for taking Online Classes at Crowder College.

You will need the following plug-ins/programs and they can be downloaded for free off the Internet by following these links listed below and then following the directions to download.

If you have any trouble please email help@crowder.edu for assistance.

Blackboard uses Java in some of its functions. Keep your Java updated.
Download Java (free), click here .

PowerPoint Viewer
If you don't have PowerPoint installed on your computer, download a free viewer, click here:

Adobe Acrobat Reader
Many documents are posted in Blackboard in PDF format. Download a free Adobe Acrobat Reader, click here:

Fair use of copyrighted materials, click here.