Blackboard Ultra: How to add a LearnSci LabSim or Smart Worksheet

Blackboard Ultra: How to add a LearnSci LabSim or Smart Worksheet

Important Notice:
It is possible that your institution has upgraded its platform, which may require an alternative method for adding resources compared to the steps outlined in this guide.

If you encounter any issues, please refer to the updated instructions below or reach out to us at support@learnsci.com for further assistance.

Before you start


You will need the LTI URL for your LearnSci Homepage, LabSim or Smart Worksheet.

  1. LTI URLs for your Homepage(s), Smart Worksheets, and custom LearnSci Assessments are provided to you by Learning Science.
  2. LTI URLs for your LearnSci LabSims can be found on your LearnSci LabSims Homepage(s). 

How to add a LearnSci LabSim or Smart Worksheet


1. Start by going to the course page where you want to add the LabSim (or Smart Worksheet)

2. Select the plus sign “+” where you want to add content


3. Select “Create” from the content menu


4. Select “Teaching tools with LTI connection



5. Enter a name for your new LTI link
6. Select whether you would like the activity "Hidden from students" or "Visible to students"

Enter a name for the new LTI link
7. Carefully copy and paste the LTI URL for your homepage, LabSim or Smart Worksheet



8.  If requested, enter your Key and Security Token (Secret) provided



9. Tick the box for “Open in a New Window
10. Do not tick the box for "Create gradebook entry for this item" - unless you are adding a grade synced assessment.



11. Add a description (optional)
12. Select “Save



11. From your course page, open the new link to check that it is working as expected