Blackboard list members,
I know this is a busy time, but I wanted to pass this on in case you are interested in working with Blackboard to test out proposed changes in the Blackboard Instructor mobile app (iOS and Android). Here is the request.
We're looking for instructors who are willing to test mobile grading workflows for Blackboard Instructor. Participants must:
- be available to participate in a remote 45-minute session between Thursday, November 30, and Monday, December 4
- regularly assign tests or homework that require writing (such as essay questions)
- be familiar with grading using rubrics
- use (or have an interest in using) smartphones for teaching
- have access to a smartphone (iOS or Android) and be willing to download a usability testing app to use during the session
If you meet the requirements and would like to participate, go to https://calendly.com/blackboard_ux/instructorgrading2 and sign up quickly for one of the slots.
The full request is below. Since UM is not using Blackboard Learn Ultra, the second request doesn't seem to apply to us.
Sent: Wednesday, November 29, 2017 1:55 PM
To: Design Research
Subject: Blackboard Usability Test Opportunities: November 30-December 4
Hello!
Thank you for your interest in participating in a research session to test out proposed Blackboard designs. We have a couple of opportunities to test revised designs in the coming week. The sessions will be moderated remotely, so you can participate from the comfort of school, work, or home. Want to know more? Read on for details.
Blackboard Instructor
We're looking for instructors who are willing to test mobile grading workflows for Blackboard Instructor. Participants must:
- be available to participate in a remote 45-minute session between Thursday, November 30, and Monday, December 4
- regularly assign tests or homework that require writing (such as essay questions)
- be familiar with grading using rubrics
- use (or have an interest in using) smartphones for teaching
- have access to a smartphone (iOS or Android) and be willing to download a usability testing app to use during the session
Blackboard Learn Ultra
We're looking for instructors and students who are willing to test design prototypes for groups and activity indicators Blackboard Learn Ultra. Participants must:
- be available to participate in a remote 60-minute session between Monday, December 4, and Thursday, December 7
- use (or have familiarity with) group assignments or projects as part of classroom work
- have access to a laptop or desktop computer with audio/webcam capabilities, Chrome browser, and a strong internet connection
We have a limited number of test openings, so please sign up quickly if you're interested.
- Blackboard Instructor usability test: https://calendly.com/blackboard_ux/instructorgrading2
- Blackboard Learn Ultra usability test: https://calendly.com/blackboard_ux/learnultra3
After you're scheduled, you will receive a confirmation email and link to login to the session when it's time to begin. Participants who complete the usability test will receive a $25 gift card.
Thank you for considering this opportunity. If you have any questions, feel free to email me.
Cheers,
Bethany
P.S. Not available to participate but know of other faculty or students who might want to help? Forward the invite to them, and share this link to get on the list for future design research projects: Faculty & Staff Participant Survey, Student Participant Survey.
Bethany Stolle
Design Research Lead, Blackboard, Inc.
Bethany.Stolle@blackboard.com | 612.963.6395 | stolleb (Skype)
