TAFE VC "How to"
e-Works brings TAFE VC the following tutorials for your reference.
Blackboard Learning System version 8.0.3- TAFE VC/Traininga
As of January 2010, TAFE VC/Training VC runs Blackboard version 8.0.3 One of the main benefits of this version is browser related. Internet Explorer 8 is fully compatible with Blackboard version 8.0.3.
Recommended internet browsers for TAFE VC/Training VC
All users must use a certified or compatible operating system and browser configuration with version 8.0.3.
For your reference operating system and browser matrix (download PDF-66 Kb)
TAFE VC – section backups
It is the responsibility of each institution to perform an individual back up of a section(s) before deleting.
To keep your database clean you may choose to delete unused/inactive sections. Should you wish to perform this task, it is your responsibility to perform the necessary backups first.
e-Works recommends:
- only one Provider Administrator be given permission to delete sections where required and
- all staff are strongly advised that deleting sections should not be taken lightly.
In instances where a backup was not performed and a deletion took place, it is possible to request for section(s) data to be re-instated but it should be noted that this would be at a cost to the requesting organisation. A quote will be provided at the time of such requests.
Checkpoints:
We suggest you allocate a specific checkpoint once a year to clear your system of obsolete sections. As above, ensure backups are undertaken first.
Should you wish to store copies of obsolete sections to external media this can be achieved also. Please refer to the TAFE VC Administration manual, the online Blackboard manual or the TAFE VC ticket system Knowledge Base for further information.
Note: Section backups can be run by trainers and administration staff. All backup steps are covered in TAFE VC teacher and administration training, the online Blackboard manual and the TAFE VC ticket system Knowledge Base.
TAFE VC WebSMS service
This service allows you to send SMS messages to learner's mobile phones based on your TAFE VC classes. You can also receive messages from your learners in the WebSMS interface and your email account.
This link is a recording of a webinar outlining the WebSMS service held on 12/02/2009.
Should you have any questions or wish to sign up for this service please email Ken Gooding
TAFE VC Students FAQ sheet!
TAFE VC have put together a FAQ sheet for students. Feel welcome to download this document, add or amend information where appropriate, and forward onto your students.
Download (DOC - 803KB)
Steps to backup and restore Blackboard Vista Sections
PA’s often ask for a reminder on how to backup and restore Blackboard Vista Sections. In response we have created a “how to” document for your reference.
Download(DOC - 96KB)
Blackboard Vista 4.2.2 – Java Certificate message
TAFE VC has noticed an expired certificate error when accessing Blackboard Vista. TAFE VC has applied the official Blackboard patch to update the certificate. Users must manually go to the Java Control Panel and delete the old certificate before the new certificate will be used.. This only need occur if the user is prompted to do so. The PDF will walk you through the steps should this be the case.
Download (PDF - 112KB)
Introducing TAFE VC Help Desk ticket system - Video
Starting August 2008, TAFE VC has introduced a formalised Help Desk ticket system for Provider Administrators. A “how to” video has been created illustrating the steps to log a support request. View | Download(69.50MB)
Introducing Blackboard Scholar
A resource sharing to find, save and classify internet resources for teachers and students. Click here to see the Scholar data sheet. Download (Zip-870KB). A TAFE VC "how to" video is coming soon.
Further details can be found via the Scholar Wikipage: http://wiki.scholar.com/display/SCLR/Home.
Provider Administrator's tasks, duties and 'how to' steps!
The TAFE VC Help Desk is often asked by PA’s to remind them how to perform certain tasks and requirements. In response we have created a Provider Administrator’s tasks, duties and ‘how to’ steps document. Download (Zip-312KB)
Blackboard Vista, five new applications as of February 2008 - Video
Wimba Podcaster: allow students to download lectures or instructions to an MP3 player. View | Download (Zip-5.45MB)
Voice Presentation: allow teachers to text or voice annotate a website. View | Download (Zip-12.1MB)
Wimba Pronto application: an instant messaging and voice chat tool allowing students and teachers to communicate live and online. Video coming soon.
Wimba Create, formerly Course Genie – Demo Video
Teachers! Not HTML savvy but you would like to create your own Section content and assessments using MS Word?
This brief demo from the team at Wimba explains how easy it is to convert a Word document into web pages then uploaded into a Blackboard Section. View
See your Institution’s Blackboard PA for further details.
What's New in Vista 4.2.2 as of January 2008 - Video
What’s new in 4.2.2? – Provider Administrator perspective View | Download (38.4MB)
What’s new in 4.2.2? – Designer and Teacher/Instructor perspective View | Download(22.4MB)
Operational Supported Environment for Blackboard Vista 4.2
TAFE VC Products and Services Supported Environments Download (Zip-87KB)
What’s new in Blackboard Vista version 4.2 PDF Download (PDF-170KB)
Known Blackboard Vista issues not corrected in version 4.2 PDF Download (PDF-139KB)
Fees - How to Tag your Sections - Video
Manually update Sections for Fee for Service or Profile Funded View | Download(8.65MB)
Elluminate Live!
Should you experience Elluminate connection issues when attempting to join a please refer to the following PDF to access a meeting. In response, we have created a help guide. Download (Zip-577KB)
Wimba Live Classroom
Should you experience Live Classroom difficulties the following PDF covers all the necessary network settings your institution needs to apply. Download (PDF-57KB)
How to use WebDav in Blackboard Vista - Video
File Management and uploading is a “breeze” in Blackboard using WebDav Learn the WebDav steps using Internet Explorer or Firefox and Opera. Note: There is no voice over on this video as yet. View | Download(47.50MB)
