How do I batch create groups in Blackboard?
Before you batch create groups you need to create in Notepad (or a similar text editing tool) a plain text (.txt) file with the specifications of the group you wish to create. Remember to include the title of the group and whether you want the group:
· to be visible
· to have a discussion board
· to allow email
· have a transfer area
You can also include a description of the group, and how you would like the description to be formatted (Plain Text, Smart Text or HTML).
To batch create groups:
1. From the Control Panel, go to Course Tools then Batch Create Groups.
2. Click on the Browse button and locate your .txt file.
3. Set the type of delimiter – Automatic, Comma, Tab or Colon.
4. If the very first line of the file contains field names, click Yes.
5. Click Submit to finish.
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