Problem
Follow the steps below to share links to external websites in a Blackboard course.
Environment
Blackboard (Faculty)
Resolution
- Enter a course and click on any content area, such as Learning Materials, from the Course Menu.
- Hover over Build Content and select Web Link from the drop‐down menu.
3. Add a Name for your link and paste the URL (address) into the URL field from your browser's address bar. Optional: Add explanatory text if needed or desired. Click Submit when done.
Important: Be sure to check your web links regularly to ensure they are working as expected and are up-to-date. Encourage your students to reach out to you if they find a link that is not working.
Cause
Web links can be added to your Blackboard course as a resource for students. Sharing the links through Blackboard ensures that your students all have access to the content, whenever they need it.