Receiving Mobile Device Notifications

Instructions for enabling notifications through the Blackboard Mobile Learn app for iOS and Android devices.

Issue/Question

Can I receive a notification on my phone when an assignment or test has been graded?

Environment

• Android 
• iOS 

Resolution

The Blackboard Mobile Learn app provides notifications for graded items and other content. Review Blackboard mobile system requirements here.

1. Download the app for Android or iOS. 
2. Open the app.
   Note: If prompted by your device to allow notifications, tap Allow.
3. Tap Type your school/workspace name field. 
4. Enter Western Kentucky University. 
5. Tap Continue with Web-Login.
6. You will be presented with Blackboard’s Privacy Policy & Terms of Use. Tap OK to agree & continue.
7. Tap WKU Sign In.
8. Sign in using your WKU email address & password.
9. Complete MFA authentication.
10. Tap Agree to accept the Blackboard Terms of Use.
    Note: If prompted by your device to allow notifications, tap Allow.
11. Tap More in the bottom toolbar.
12. Tap Settings.
13. Tap Push Notifications. 
14. Toggle New grades and feedback to On. Changes are applied automatically.