As we leave Blackboard behind and transition to Brightspace Learning Management System (LMS), join Instructional Designer Laura Meoli-Ferrigon for a group webinar designed specifically for Hunter College School of Education faculty. This quick, virtual presentation and Q&A will help you set up your Spring courses with confidence. Whether attending live or accessing the on-demand resources (available after the event), you’ll gain practical insights and actionable tips to ensure a smooth transition.
Key topics include:
Differences and similarities between the two LMSs
Working with migrated Blackboard courses in Brightspace, and/or setting up a new course from scratch
Managing the gradebook, assignments, discussions, and course availability
Leveraging Brightspace tools like the Course Design Accelerator and Grades Setup Wizard
By the end of this session, you’ll have the knowledge and tools to design a modern, student-friendly course in Brightspace. Let’s make this transition seamless and effective!
▶️ Watch the webinar recording below:
Download important resources from this presentation by accessing this Google Drive folder.
In this folder you'll find:
2 page printable quick-reference guide: From Blackboard to Brightspace: What You Need to Know (pictured above). Leverage this document to navigate Brightspace with confidence and unlock its full potential in your classroom.
Recordings of previous webinar sessions.
Presentation slides with helpful links to navigate new features in Brightspace.
The Center for Online Learning hosts workshops designed for faculty who want to learn technology tools in the context of how they can be used in college classrooms, using examples of how they have been used by Hunter colleagues. We update them each semester as technology tools and instructors’ needs change.
Workshop topics include:
Brightspace Essentials for the Beginning of the Semester
Starting your Course Design with the Hunter Online Course Template
Guided Exploration: Grades on Brightspace
Spotlight on Exemplary Courses
and many more...
Visit the Center for Online Learning website to browse workshop offerings and register.
You can also self-register for the asynchronous course CUNY Effective Online Teaching - Hunter Version.