Overview
This lecture provides an overview of Blackboard Learn, including login procedures, attendance requirements, email policies, multi-factor authentication, and privacy information for Wake Tech students.
Blackboard Learn Introduction
- Blackboard Learn is the e-Education platform used to connect students, instructors, and technology at Wake Tech.
- Access to courses on Blackboard begins on the first official day of class, as noted in your course schedule.
- If you can't access your course after classes start, contact the IT department at (919) 866-7000 for assistance.
Logging In & Course Access
- Use the official Blackboard login page to access your courses.
- Courses will only be available at their scheduled start dates in Self Service.
- Language preferences can be selected during login for accessibility.
Attendance and Proctoring
- Completing the Course Entry Quiz (CEQ) by the 10% point of the semester is required to maintain enrollment in each online class.
- Some tests or assignments may require proctoring at a Wake Tech or approved off-campus testing center; off-campus centers may charge fees.
Student Email Policy
- All official communication from Wake Tech is sent to your student email account.
- Activate your my.waketech.edu account, wait 24 hours, then use Office 365 to access your email.
- Instructors and officials may refuse emails sent from non-Wake Tech accounts.
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
- Download an authenticator app (Microsoft Authenticator, Google Authenticator, or Authy) on your smartphone for MFA.
- Scan a QR code or enter a provided key in the app to set up MFA.
- Enter the temporary code generated by your app to complete MFA setup.
- MFA will be required for each login, especially on new devices.
Privacy and Terms of Use
- Blackboard collects and stores necessary personal information and uses cookies for application functionality.
- By logging in, you agree to Blackboard’s Terms of Use and Privacy Statement.
Key Terms & Definitions
- Blackboard Learn — The online learning management system used by Wake Tech.
- Course Entry Quiz (CEQ) — Mandatory quiz confirming your attendance in each online course.
- Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) — Additional security step requiring a one-time code during login.
- my.waketech.edu — Student portal for account activation and email access.
Action Items / Next Steps
- Activate your my.waketech.edu account and student email if not done already.
- Complete the Course Entry Quiz (CEQ) on the first day of each course.
- Set up multi-factor authentication using a recommended authenticator app.
- Check your course schedule for official start dates.