Communication and Collaboration

MyFiles@bc - A web-based file storage and sharing system. Personal files can be stored and shared in a secure environment, which is backed up nightly. Read an overview of MyFiles@bc and learn how to use MyFiles@bc.
BCshare - Gives students, faculty, and staff easy-to-use tools for sharing information, photos, and ideas.
Blogs – The word blog derives from "web log." Blogs typically provide commentary or news on a particular subject and many function as online diaries. Text in blogs is usually organized in reverse chronological order. Most blogs are interactive, allowing the reader to leave comments. There are a number of free blog hosting services including WordPress and Blogger. BCshare also uses Blogs. Instructional Design and eTeaching Services takes the lead for the University on academic blogging.
Wikis – A wiki is a collaborative website that can be directly edited by anyone with access to it. Wikipedia is a useful reference and a wonderful example of a Wiki. Wikis provide an easy to use, collaborative approach to information sharing and can be an effective tool in education. BCshare uses Wikis. For additional information about using Wikis, contact Instructional Design and eTeaching Services.

Collage-managed sites - The Collage web publishing system is the primary tool departments use to manage websites on www.bc.edu that adhere to BC web standards.
Independent websites - Some departments use their own web designs on www.bc.edu or their own web servers.
Student Organization Websites - Student organizations can create their own websites hosted at www.bc.edu/clubs.
BCshare - Gives students, faculty, and staff easy-to-use tools for sharing information, photos, and ideas. BCshare Help | Use BCshare
Personal websites - All active members of the BC community can create websites on www2.bc.edu.
More about Web Publishing @ BC
MyFiles@bc Websites - All active BC users can store and share HTML documents in their MyFiles@bc web space.

Instructional Design and eTeaching Services will explore the options for creating a course web site at BC with you.
Blackboard Vista - A course management system used at BC. Course management systems are web-based e-learning environments used to make and host secure sites. You can limit access to your materials to class members or other specified users. Request a Course or Practice Site 617-552-1998 | View Model Sites
Learn how to use the Personal web server to post your course materials.
Course Reserve Information
BCshare - Gives students, faculty, and staff easy-to-use tools for sharing information, photos, and ideas.