Blackboard Ultra (Students) - Assignments: Submit a Saved Draft or Complete Multiple Attempts

Submitting a Saved Draft

A saved draft of an assignment can be submitted at any time before the due date.

1. Navigate to the assignment or to the Gradebook in the Blackboard Ultra course. In the Gradebook, the status column will list "Draft Saved" alongside that assignment. Click on the name of the assignment. 
   
   
   
   
2. Locate the "View Instructions" or "Continue attempt" button. The wording may vary depending on the assignment's specific settings. Click the button to access the previous attempt.
   
   
   
   
3. Review the saved draft.
4. When ready to submit, click the Submit button.
5. A confirmation window will appear. Click Submit again to confirm the submission.

Completing Multiple Attempts 

Depending on the assignment settings, the instructor may allow multiple attempts. If this option is enabled, a new attempt can be started after submitting a previous one.

1. Navigate to the assignment in the Blackboard Ultra course.
2. Check the number of attempts allowed in the Details & Information area. 
   
   
   
   
3. You will see the submission area below the assignment instructions if you have the option to submit multiple attempts. If you don't see that and you believe you should have another attempt, contact your instructor.
   
   
   
   
4. Complete your assignment.
5. Click the Submit button.
6. A confirmation window will appear. Click Submit again to confirm your submission.

Important Considerations

• Always check the assignment instructions and due date carefully.
• Be aware of any submission requirements, such as file formats or size limits.
• If you encounter any technical issues, contact the ITS Help Desk immediately.
• Once you submit, you may not be able to make further changes, depending on your instructor's settings.

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