There is a known issue taking quizzes through Blackboard using MS Internet Explorer 8 which is a relatively new (more than a year) browser. It seems that if you set a timer for a quiz that the elapsed time counter that shows up when the students take it covers over the Submit button which is obviously somewhat problematic if they want to take the test. Internet Explorer 8 is not fully approved for use with Blackboard to begin with so it is not something we recommend. If it is being used these are the steps to fix this particular issue.
There is a simple fix that you will be required to do when you take BB tests. There is a compatibility issue that can be fixed with a simple click of an icon between the address window and the refresh icon in the browser:
· In case no compatibility icon appears there is an adjustment that can be made to IE 8 to help BB work.
o In Internet Explorer 8 locate the Tools Menu and select Compatibility View Settings
o Add the Middlesex site (‘middlesex.mass.edu’ without quotes) in the ‘Add this website’ box
o Click Add
o You can then close the box and open the assessment
Again the upgrade to version 8 for this browser is not recommended.
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