Automations

⚡ Quick overview

• Automations let you set triggers so Blackboard sends messages automatically.
• Use them to congratulate students on high scores or encourage those who need support.
• Automations apply to Blackboard assignments only (not Turnitin).

Introduction

Automations allow instructors to set up triggers that prompt Blackboard to take action automatically when specific student criteria are met. You can create automated messages to:

• Congratulate students who achieve high scores.
• Encourage students who may be struggling or need additional support.

These messages are sent automatically when the conditions you define are met, helping you provide timely feedback and recognition without manual follow-up.

⚠️ Important: Automations apply to Blackboard assignments only and are not available for Turnitin submissions.

Accessing Automations

You can create and manage automations directly from the Course Content page. Follow these steps:

1. Above the Details & Actions menu, locate the Automations section and select View Automations.
2. Select New Automation.
3. Enter a name for your automation to begin setup.

Further information

For more detailed guidance on creating and managing automations, please see the official Blackboard help documentation:

Blackboard Help – Creating Automations