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Compare Anthology Portfolio and Blackboard 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (57.1% of reviews)
Enterprise (46.4% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Anthology Portfolio
Star Rating
(14)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (57.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Anthology PortfolioBlackboard
Star Rating
(1,059)4.0 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (46.4% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
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- G2 reviewers report that Blackboard excels in providing an all-in-one ecosystem, integrating core tools like course content management, graded assessments, and discussion boards into a single, stable platform. This organization helps users stay on top of their classes, as noted by users who appreciate having all their materials in one place.
- Users say that Anthology Portfolio offers a seamless integration with LMS, allowing for quick submission and easy data collection. Reviewers highlight the platform's flexibility, noting that it can adapt quickly to user needs, which is a significant advantage for those who require a nimble solution.
- According to verified reviews, Blackboard has a higher overall satisfaction score, reflecting its reliability and user-friendliness. Users mention that it is generally student and faculty-friendly, which contributes to a positive learning experience.
- Reviewers mention that while Anthology Portfolio has a slightly higher star rating, its limited number of reviews suggests that user experiences may not be as widely represented. This could mean that while some users have positive experiences, the overall feedback may not be as comprehensive as that for Blackboard.
- G2 reviewers highlight that Blackboard's ease of use is a strong point, with many users finding it straightforward to navigate and manage their courses. In contrast, Anthology Portfolio users have noted some challenges with navigation, although they appreciate its ease of filling out forms and sharing information.
- Users report that Blackboard's support quality is an area for improvement compared to Anthology Portfolio, which has received praise for its responsive and helpful customer service. This difference could impact users who prioritize strong support during their implementation and day-to-day use.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Anthology Portfolio
No pricing availableBlackboard
No pricing availableFree Trial
Anthology Portfolio
No trial information availableBlackboard
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.3
12
8.2
830
Ease of Use
6.9
13
7.8
924
Ease of Setup
7.3
11
7.5
303
Ease of Admin
7.9
11
7.4
202
Quality of Support
9.1
11
7.4
682
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.1
11
7.9
170
Product Direction (% positive)
5.5
13
6.7
830
Features by Category
Assessment delivery
Not enough data
8.9
83
Not enough data
8.5
80
Not enough data
7.7
74
Grading and reporting
Not enough data
8.8
80
Not enough data
6.9
76
Not enough data
8.2
80
Not enough data
8.2
82
Administration
Not enough data
7.6
74
Not enough data
8.0
79
Process Automation
Not enough data
8.4
15
Not enough data
9.0
15
Not enough data
7.3
15
Not enough data
8.0
15
Not enough data
7.6
15
Not enough data
7.8
15
Course Authoring
Not enough data
7.6
14
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.5
14
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
14
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
14
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
14
|
Verified
Course Management
Not enough data
7.3
13
Not enough data
8.7
14
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
14
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
13
Not enough data
7.7
14
Platform
Not enough data
8.9
14
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
14
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
14
|
Verified
Onboarding
Not enough data
8.9
14
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
14
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
14
|
Verified
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Course Authoring
Not enough data
9.0
35
Not enough data
7.8
34
Not enough data
8.8
38
Not enough data
8.7
35
Course Delivery
Not enough data
8.3
36
Not enough data
8.6
38
Not enough data
9.0
38
Course Management
Not enough data
6.5
32
Not enough data
8.4
33
Not enough data
8.2
34
Not enough data
8.5
28
LMS Marketplace
Not enough data
6.2
29
Not enough data
7.1
29
Not enough data
6.7
29
Interface
Not enough data
7.7
31
Not enough data
7.8
28
Training & eLearning
Not enough data
8.6
56
Not enough data
8.2
60
Not enough data
7.7
52
Not enough data
8.0
45
Not enough data
7.2
43
Not enough data
7.6
56
Not enough data
7.3
51
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.6
22
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.7
22
Agentic AI - Corporate Learning Management Systems
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Anthology Portfolio and Blackboard are categorized as Assessment
Unique Categories
Anthology Portfolio has no unique categories
Blackboard is categorized as Sales Training and Onboarding, Corporate Learning Management Systems, Learning Management System (LMS), and Healthcare Learning Management Systems (LMS)
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Anthology Portfolio
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Blackboard
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Higher Education
78.6%
Education Management
21.4%
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Other
0.0%
Higher Education
48.1%
Education Management
18.6%
E-Learning
9.8%
Primary/Secondary Education
3.3%
Information Technology and Services
1.8%
Other
18.5%
Discussions
Assessment interface crowding
1 Comment
GI
The user is accurate about the changes. This issue is being addressed elsewhere in the software as well.Read more
Can users access their ePortfolios/work after the users graduate?
1 Comment
GI
As of October 2014, Chalk & Wire has re-engineered its expiry settings. So long at the organization continues to use C&W, their alumni can continue to access...Read more
Anthology Portfolio has no more discussions with answers
It seems like I see a lot of reviews saying 'back in the day' in reference to how Blackboard has been surpassed by several new products. What new products are out there today that compete well or have surpassed Blackboard in both features and usability?
3 Comments
CS
It think D2L (Desire To Learn) is a pretty good modern alternative to Blackboard. It requires far less down time and is more intuitive. I've had better...Read more
I would be curious if the designers have taken to heart the UX concerns that have been raised.
1 Comment
SH
Everyone dislikes their enterprise level LMS and wants to replace it. I worked with Bb daily for 8 years. Yes. I had complaints about the UX. But the...Read more
API
1 Comment
SB
Hi Asmat,
This is Shaun from G2. If you’re looking for information about APIs in Blackboard Learn, this is a useful website:...Read more
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