The upgrade of our Blackboard system to release 9.1 is progressing according to schedule. In the last few weeks, we’re received many enquiries about when the new system will be available and what changes staff can expect. When will I have access to my courses? It is intended that the new Blackboard system will be available for use during the week of 22nd August. There will be a new URL to access the upgraded system, but otherwise you will log on using your username and password as before. You will have access to all your courses for the academic year 2011-12. So, if you are an instructor on a Blackboard course currently, or if you requested access to a course within the last few weeks, you will have access to that new course on the new system. In keeping with existing policy, the new courses will be created as empty shells, ready for you to develop as you wish. What about the teaching materials in my current course? How can I get it into my new course? To facilitate the re-use of teach...