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You will be enrolled in the Blackboard course on September 22, 2025 to participate in the self-paced training and complete checkpoint challenges.
Workshop 1: Navigation, Features, & Tools
Workshop 1: Navigation, Features, & Tools
Description
Description
This unit introduces Blackboard Ultra's navigation system and core features, which are essential for effective course management and administration. You'll explore the Ultra Base Navigation, learn more about Blackboard's Accessibility features, and discover all the tools, including both familiar and new ones. The unit emphasizes practical application and accessibility-first design principles.
Webinar dates and times
Webinar dates and times
Monday, September 22, 10am-12noon
Thursday, September 25, 2-4pm
Friday, September 26, 10am-noon
Monday, October 20, 10am-12noon
In person dates and times
In person dates and times
Tuesday, September 23, 10am-12noon, in person
Wednesday, September 24, 2-4pm, in person
Wednesday, October 15, 2-4pm, in person
Self-paced
Self-paced
Complete a unit of videos and instructional content
Each unit concludes with quiz questions
View and interact when it is convenient to you
Workshop 2: Creating Course Content
Workshop 2: Creating Course Content
Description
Description
This unit will get faculty started with creating and managing content in Blackboard Ultra courses. Participants will create modules, explore document and media options, and organize content for clear presentation to students. Faculty will gain familiarity with a variety of tools within Blackboard Ultra that support engaging content delivery while learning about accessibility considerations and promising practices.
Webinar dates and times
Webinar dates and times
Monday, September 29, 10am-12noon
Thursday, October 2, 2-4pm
Friday, October 3, 10am-noon
Monday, October 27, 10am-12noon
In person dates and times
In person dates and times
Tuesday, September 30, 10am-12noon
Wednesday, October 1, 2-4pm
Wednesday, October 22, 2-4pm
Self-paced
Self-paced
Complete a unit of videos and instructional content
Each unit concludes with quiz questions
View and interact when it is convenient to you
Workshop 3: Learn to Ultra Conversion
Workshop 3: Learn to Ultra Conversion
Description
Description
This unit focuses on the critical knowledge and skills required to convert courses from Blackboard Original to Ultra successfully. You'll learn to evaluate course readiness, execute your conversion safely, and optimize the student experience in the new interface.T
Webinar dates and times
Webinar dates and times
Monday, October 6, 10am-12noon
Thursday, October 9, 2-4pm
Friday, October 10, 10am-noon
Monday, November 3, 10am-12noon
In person dates and times
In person dates and times
Tuesday, October 7, 10am-12noon
Wednesday, October 8, 2-4pm
Wednesday, October 29, 2-4pm
Self-paced
Self-paced
Complete a unit of videos and instructional content
Each unit concludes with quiz questions
View and interact when it is convenient to you
4. Discussions and Communication Tools
4. Discussions and Communication Tools
Description
Description
We’ll delve into the essential communication tools available within Blackboard Ultra that are key to fostering engaging and effective communication.
Webinar dates and times
Webinar dates and times
Thursday, October 16, 2-4pm
Friday, October 17, 10am-12noon
Monday, November 10, 10am-12noon
In person dates and times
In person dates and times
Tuesday, October 14, 10am-12noon
Wednesday, November 5, 2-4pm
Self-paced
Self-paced
Complete a unit of videos and instructional content
Each unit concludes with quiz questions
View and interact when it is convenient to you
5. Assignments
5. Assignments
Description
Description
This unit guides faculty in effectively setting up, managing, and grading assignments in Blackboard Ultra. Participants will learn how to configure assignment settings to support different types of submissions, set deadlines, apply rubrics, and customize grading options. The session will introduce the implementation and configuration of SafeAssign to promote academic integrity. Participants will explore grading workflows for a range of assignment types, including written submissions, multimedia projects, and group work to ensure efficient and consistent evaluation.
Webinar dates and times
Webinar dates and times
Thursday, October 23, 2-4pm
Friday, October 24, 10am-12noon
Monday, November 17, 10am-12noon
In person dates and times
In person dates and times
Tuesday, October 21, 10am-12noon
Wednesday, November 12, 2-4pm
Self-paced
Self-paced
Complete a unit of videos and instructional content
Each unit concludes with quiz questions
View and interact when it is convenient to you
6. Tests
6. Tests
Description
Description
This unit equips faculty with the skills to design and deliver meaningful assessments using Blackboard Ultra’s testing tools. Participants will learn how to create tests, quizzes, and forms, explore various question types, and configure delivery settings to support different instructional strategies. The session will introduce the implementation and configuration of Respondus Lockdown Browser to promote academic integrity. Whether assessing knowledge, encouraging critical thinking, or supporting academic honesty, this session will help faculty make the most of Blackboard Ultra’s assessment features.
Webinar dates and times
Webinar dates and times
Thursday, October 30, 2-4pm
Friday, October 31, 10am-12noon
Monday, November 24, 10am-12noon
In person dates and times
In person dates and times
Tuesday, October 28, 10am-12noon
Wednesday, November 19, 2-4pm
Self-paced
Self-paced
Complete a unit of videos and instructional content
Each unit concludes with quiz questions
View and interact when it is convenient to you
7. Gradebook
7. Gradebook
Description
Description
This unit focuses on mastering the Blackboard Ultra Gradebook as both a technical tool and a pedagogical resource. You'll learn to configure, navigate, and optimize gradebook features while maintaining accessibility standards and supporting diverse learner needs. The content balances hands-on technical skills with teaching best practices, ensuring you can implement gradebook strategies that enhance both your efficiency and your students' success.
Webinar dates and times
Webinar dates and times
Thursday, November 6, 2-4pm
Friday, November 7, 10am-12noon
Monday, December 1, 10am-12noon
In person dates and times
In person dates and times
Tuesday, November 4, 10am-12noon
Wednesday, December 3, 2-4pm
Self-paced
Self-paced
Complete a unit of videos and instructional content
Each unit concludes with quiz questions
View and interact when it is convenient to you
8. AI Design Assistant
8. AI Design Assistant
Description
Description
Discover how Blackboard Ultra’s AI Design Assistant can streamline your course development process. Learn how to leverage AI tools to set up modules, build rubrics, enhance content with meaningful visuals, and engage students through innovative assessment and interaction strategies. This session will walk participants through the full range of AI Design Assistant capabilities, from generating course structures and test banks to crafting AI-powered discussion prompts and role-play activities that foster ethical use and critical thinking.
Webinar dates and times
Webinar dates and times
Thursday, November 13, 2-4pm
Friday, November 14, 10am-12noon
Monday, December 8, 10am-12noon
In person dates and times
In person dates and times
Tuesday, November 18, 10am-12noon
Wednesday, December 10, 2-4pm
Self-paced
Self-paced
Complete a unit of videos and instructional content
Each unit concludes with quiz questions
View and interact when it is convenient to you
You will be enrolled in the Blackboard course on September 22, 2025 to participate in the self-paced training and complete checkpoint challenges.
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