Author Erin Warner


Known Issue – Blackboard Content Error Messages

Issue We are aware of issues with accessing and editing Blackboard documents and files. Both faculty and students are receiving these errors. When accessing/editing Blackboard content, you may receive one of the following error messages: Not Found The message reads “The specified resource was not found, or you do not have permission to access it.”…


Known Issue – Blackboard Document Links

Issue We are aware of an Known Issue affecting file links in both online and on-campus Blackboard courses. When selecting a file, the link may direct the user to a different file in the course. Example: In a specific scenario where a document included PDF attachments from more than one course, an attachment from a…


Respondus Lockdown Browser Troubleshooting

We have received sporadic reports about issues with Blackboard tests that require Respondus Lockdown Browser. If you are getting an error message before or during your test, please review the following information to troubleshoot the issue. System Requirements Please ensure that your device meets the system requirements to use the software: Visit Respondus’ help article…


Resolved – Restoring Panopto archives issue

Resolved The Panopto video archives’ restoration process slowness should now be resolved. Duration: Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 5:45 AM until Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:42 AM If you are still experiencing any slowness with restoring Panopto archives please contact the Center for Instructional Technology for more troubleshooting. Updates 01/08/26 6:53 AM: The source…


Panopto Videos Archived 12-19

Panopto videos were archived on December 19, 2025 according to the Panopto Retention Policy and the Panopto Retention Policy for OTIDE Content. Videos that have been archived are still in Panopto and can be restored. If you restore a video, it may take from 24-48 hours to be available for viewing. Related help articles:


Blackboard Navigation Update on 1-2-26

On January 2, 2026, courses at UA will receive an update to base navigation and course navigation. The changes improve overall user experience and accessibility. The main updates to the course navigation are: For more information and images of the changes, visit our knowledge base article: New Blackboard Base Navigation and Course Navigation


Resolved – myBama Final Grade Entry issue 12-16

Resolved The issue with the Final Grade entry page in myBama is resolved. OIT and the Office of the Registrar continue to monitor the final grade entry application. If you are still experiencing issues with this page, please contact UA’s IT Service Desk for more information and assistance. Issue We have reports that faculty and…


Known Issue – Final grades and alphabetizing students

Issue The order of students may be different in Blackboard than in myBama. We have seen reports that the alphabetization of students’ last names may vary. This could affect faculty and instructors that are manually assigning grades in myBama. Example: Solution/Workaround Instructors and faculty should pay close attention to the order of students to ensure…


Resolved – Blackboard email issue

Resolved Blackboard resolved the issue with sending emails from courses. A fix was implemented on December 10, 2025 around 10:00PM CST. Duration: December 10, 2025 1:00 PM – December 12, 2:15 PM Central. If you are still experiencing the issue please contact the Center for Instructional Technology for more troubleshooting. Issue Users may experience issues…