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E-Learning @ VU

Villanova University implements Blackboard/WebCT Vista as its E-learning portal.  This system represents a dynamic, robust online course management system (as well as adding more flexibility and ease of use for both faculty and students) to support the growing demands of all academic constituents.

Key Features

  • Virtual Course Environment
  • Learning Object Manager
  • Secure Online Assessments
  • Assignment Manager
  • Productive Communication Tools including Discussions and Chat
  • Selective Release for Assignments and course materials

In addition to the key features of Blackboard/WebCT, it is also is enhanced with extremely interactive tools that bring about a well-rounded learning experience for both the faculty and students.

Wimba- an online classroom that allows for audio and video chat

Respondus- convert your tests from Word and text files to be given in Blackboard

Safe Assign and Direct Submit- tools that can detect plagiarism

Task Stream/ E-portfolio- create your very own electronic portfolio

 

Additional Features

Blackboard

Blackboard Conferences

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Vista Resources

Product Literature
Vista brochure

Vista Compatibility
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For a preview of teaching and learning with Blackboard(WebCT) please take advantage of the following brief, interactive Flash tutorials:

Getting Started

Key Feature Tutorials

Blackboard(WebCT) Support

More Info

Arts and Sciences -
Richard Stein
9-5820
School of Business -
Carolann Weidmayer
9-4416
Engineering -
Nathan Weyl
9-3051
Nursing -
Catherine Kolongowski
9-4293