University of Wisconsin Stout | Wisconsin's Polytechnic University

System Check and Requirements

1. To ensure that your computer is capable of using Blackboard Collaborate, users must perform a system check to ensure you have a supporting Operating System and version of Java installed. Click here to perform a system check.
   
2. A microphone and speakers or headset with microphone is required to use the audio component. It is recommended that you use a headset with microphone, if possible. Learning Technology Services (LTS) does not provide these items.
   

Tutorials

Moderators

• How to create an online classroom in Blackboard Collaborate
  
• Essentials for Moderators
• Moderator's Guide
  
• Accessibility Guide for Moderators (PDF)
  

Participants

• How to join an online classroom in Blackboard Collaborate
  
• Essentials for Participants
• Participant's Guide
  
• Accessibility Guide for Participants (PDF)