Convert BBB to HTML

Understanding bbb and html file formats

BBB files are typically associated with Blackboard Collaborate session recordings, a format used for storing virtual classroom sessions, including audio, video, chat, and shared content. These files are proprietary and not directly viewable in standard web browsers or editors.

HTML (HyperText Markup Language) files are the standard format for web pages. They contain structured text, images, links, and multimedia, and are viewable in any web browser.

Why convert bbb to html?

Converting a bbb file to html allows you to make session content accessible via the web, shareable, and easily viewable without specialized software. This is especially useful for archiving, sharing with students, or publishing on websites.

How to convert bbb to html

Direct conversion from bbb to html is not straightforward due to the proprietary nature of the BBB format. The process generally involves exporting the session content to a more accessible format and then converting or embedding it into HTML.

1. Export the BBB recording: Use the BigBlueButton server's built-in export tools to convert the recording to a video format (such as MP4) or extract the chat and presentation content.
2. Convert or embed in HTML: Once you have the exported files (video, chat logs, presentations), you can create an HTML file that embeds the video and includes the chat or presentation content.

Recommended software for bbb to html conversion

• BigBlueButton Export Scripts: Use the official or community scripts to export BBB recordings to MP4 or other formats.
• HandBrake: For further video conversion if needed.
• Any text editor (e.g., Visual Studio Code, Notepad++): To create and edit the HTML file, embedding the exported content.

Steps using BigBlueButton export:

1. Access your BigBlueButton server and locate the recording.
2. Use the export script to generate an MP4 or extract chat logs.
3. Open a text editor and create a new HTML file.
4. Embed the video using the <video> tag and add chat or presentation content as needed.
5. Save the file with a .html extension.

Summary

While there is no direct one-click tool to convert bbb files to html, using BigBlueButton's export features and a text editor allows you to make your session content accessible as a web page. This process ensures your recordings are easily shareable and viewable in any browser.