The Blackboard mobile app is a the mobile version of Blackboard. It offers streamlined access to course content, assignments, grades, and communication tools. The interface dynamically adapts to user roles, enabling students to manage coursework and receive real-time updates, while providing instructors with tools for grading, content delivery, and student engagement. The app integrates with institutional Blackboard systems to ensure consistent, synchronized access across platforms.

App store view of the Blackboard mobile app
In the Blackboard mobile app, you can perform these tasks:

Instructor

  • Preview course items, assignments, and tests
  • Create and upload course content
  • Participate in discussions
  • Send announcements
  • Grade assignments and update assessment settings
  • Change item settings for assessments and other content
  • Work with both Original and Ultra courses

Student

  • View course items and course announcements
  • Take assignments and tests
  • Participate in discussions
  • Access both Original and Ultra courses

To get started, download the app from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play Store (Android). See this quick start guide for specific instructions. 

For a full feature guide, please see: Feature Guide for the Blackboard App

To learn more about supported course content, please review the Supported Course Content Guide

For a quick introduction video, please see: Introducing the Blackboard App 

For help, access the Blackboard App Help