How to Use VoiceThread in Blackboard

VoiceThread is a collaborative, interactive, multimedia slide show that holds images, documents, and videos.

VoiceThread lets you navigate through the video and leave comments in four ways:

1. Using voice (with a microphone or telephone)

2. Text

3. Audio file (for VoiceThread Pro users)

4. Video (via a webcam)

You and your instructors can:

• Upload, share and discuss documents, presentations, images, audio files and videos.

• Comment on VoiceThread slides using a microphone, webcam, text, phone, or audio file upload.

• Keep a VoiceThread private, share it with specific people, or make it public for the entire world.

• Learn more about Voice Thread features.

Instructions

• Submit a VoiceThread Assignment for Students

Troubleshooting

Incorrect Password

VoiceThread is a third-party service. You need to create a separate account and password.

To reset your password:

1. Go to the Voicehread website

2. Click on Sign in.

3. It will ask for your Username/Password.

4. Click on Need password?

Please note: If you have trouble with resetting your password, please visit the VoiceThread Password Reset web page.

Java/Flash Issues

VoiceThread uses Java/Flash to load and run properly. Make sure Java/Flash are updated to their latest versions to ensure it works correctly.

Additional Support

• Sharing a VoiceThread (User Guide)

• VoiceThread FAQs

• VoiceThread Troubleshooting

Need additional help? Access 24/7 live chat or create a case from your My ASU Service Center, or call 855-278-5080.