Blackboard Ultra Training Options

Modified on Wed, 29 Nov 2023 at 11:44 AM

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About Blackboard Ultra

Lesley University is transitioning to Blackboard Ultra, the new and improved version of Blackboard. Ultra courses have been redesigned from the ground up and feature a clean modern interface, responsive mobile friendly experience, consistent and intuitive navigation, improved accessibility, streamlined grading, and more.



Choose Your Ultra Adventure

Choose the training option that best suits your needs! Whether you prefer to go at it alone, or want extra support and training on your journey, we have an Ultra training for you.



Introduction to Ultra Course View

Join the eLearning & Instructional Support staff for this one hour introduction to Blackboard Ultra Course View. We will give you a guided tour of the new interface and set you up with the support and resources that you need to get started right away.


Spring 2024 dates coming soon!



Half-Day Ultra Training Session

Jumpstart your Ultra adventure with this half-day hands-on training session. Learn how to build content in Blackboard Ultra, including Ultra documents, learning modules, and learning activities such as discussions and assignments. 


Spring 2024 dates coming soon!



10-Day Ultra Seminar

This 10-day online seminar will teach you how to use Ultra Course View to create an engaging and user-friendly experience for your students. By the end of the ten days, you should have your course well on its way to being converted to run in Ultra. 


Please note that this seminar will feature 2 synchronous meetings (via Zoom), asynchronous activities in myLesley, plus individual consultations. 


Spring 2024 seminar dates coming soon!



Additional Resources and Support

Convert Your Course to Blackboard Ultra

Ready to take the plunge? Review the Convert Your Course to Blackboard Ultra article for information on converting your courses to Ultra.


Blackboard Ultra Course View Faculty Quick Start Guide

This guide contains instructions and tutorial videos to get you started with Ultra Course View: Blackboard Ultra Course View Faculty Quick Start Guide


What's New in Ultra?

Blackboard is releasing new Ultra features and improvements every month! Some of these new features are large updates with completely new functionality while others are small enhancements. Check out our monthly roundup of features we think you'll love: What's New in Ultra? 


Contact eLIS

Reach out to eLearning and Instructional Support (eLIS) at elis@lesley.edu with any questions or to request a 1:1 or small group training.

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