![Head shot of Melissa Yandel](https://educationaldevelopment.uams.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/57/2024/06/Yandell-_Mellissa-small.jpg)
Melissa Yandell, PhD
Assistant Professor
Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health
Just like we are new to Blackboard Ultra, our students are too. I recorded
a short introduction video to introduce myself, the class (syllabus etc.),
and gave an overview of how I have laid out the Blackboard Ultra course.
This video helps me connect with the students so they know there is a
real person behind the course.
Remember: Keep your video short to keep students’ attention the entire
time. Keep your face showing during the video, even if you are sharing
your screen.
![Screenshot of Ultra Introductory video.](https://educationaldevelopment.uams.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/57/2024/06/Capture01-1-1024x548.jpg)
Click here to view Melissa’s example video and a tutorial on how to make your own.