Breaking News
Using Ally in Blackboard Ultra
Did you know that you can download course materials from Blackboard in alternative formats and languages? Wherever you see the Ally "A" symbol in an Ultra Course, you can click to download content as speech-to-text MP3 audio, machine translated language, and electronic braille, or use assistive tools such as beeline reader and immersive reader.
For a complete description of Ally's alternative formats, attend a live demonstration on November 28, 2023 at 12 PM CDT by clicking this link. Additional videos and resources are listed below.
Watch this video to learn about alternative document formats.
Ally Resources
Taking Online Tests with SmarterProctoring
SmarterProctoring is an online exam proctoring tool that some instructors use to secure online tests in Blackboard and promote academic integrity. If your instructor says that you will be using SmarterProctoring, see the Student Guide to Smarter Proctoring and walk-through video to learn how to prepare. Technical Support is available through the SmarterProctoring Contact Us Form and SmarterProctoring Student Knowledge Base.
Watch this video to learn how to complete a test that is protected by SmarterProctoring.
Refer to the Student Code of Conduct to learn about the college’s expectations for academic integrity. You are responsible to know and follow campus policies.
All courses offered in Fall 2023 will be run in the updated Blackboard Ultra Course View! To learn how to navigate Blackboard Ultra, see our Online Student Support Website and the following resources. Please note - if you see start dates listed on the Blackboard Courses page, these dates only reflect how soon your instructor could make the course available for early access. Always refer to your class schedule in Self-Service for the official course start dates!
Watch this video for an overview of Ultra navigation
Accessing Your MATC Gmail with DUO Security
MATC has implemented a multi-factor authentication (MFA) system called DUO for all students to securely access their MATC Google Apps, such as Gmail, Calendar, Meet, Docs, and Drive. This is an essential step towards protecting our students and their sensitive information. DUO is a free smartphone app for Apple and Android devices. As of April 2023, all students are required to use DUO MFA. If you have not already enrolled in DUO, you will receive an email from Duo Security (no-reply@duosecurity.com) with information to enroll.
Review the following resources or log into the myMATC Portal for more information about this change. If you have additional questions about DUO, contact the IT Helpdesk at 414-297-6541 or email helpdesk@matc.edu.
Step by step instructions and resources to get started.
Answers to questions you may have about adopting DUO.
Community & Connection Corner
Student Support Hub
