The Math and Science Notation Tool (WebEQ Equation Editor) is a general purpose equation editor designed for working with equations. The Math and Science Notation Tool enables users to use mathematical and scientific notation throughout the Blackboard Learning System. Users have the ability to add equations, edit existing equations, and move equations within the Equation Editor. All of the Equation Editor symbols are based on MathML, a markup language for math on the Web. MathML is a subset of XML.
Note: The Math and Science Notation Tool may be available through an Essay question on an Assessment. Students may also access the Math and Science Notation Tool during a Collaboration Session.
The MathML Equation Editor functions in the same way at the Math and Science Notation Tool. Instead of opening with the symbol buttons, a blank text box will appear where users can enter XML.
The table below details how to access the Equation Editors.
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To . . . |
click . . . |
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access the WebEQ Equation Editor |
the Math and Science Notation Tool icon. The Math and Science Notation Tool will appear. |
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insert XML |
the MathML Equation Editor icon. The MathML Equation Editor will open. |
For best performance on a Windows® operating system Blackboard recommends using Internet Explorer 6.0.
For best performance on a Macintosh®, Blackboard recommends the following.
Step 1 Upgrade the operating system to Mac OS X v10.2
Step 2 Install Netscape® 6.2.3 (or a later version)
Step 3 Install the MRJPlug-in. This is located at http://homepage.mac.com/pcbeard/MRJPlugin/