Blackboard Ultra Training Options

Modified on Fri, Aug 7 at 1:50 PM

TABLE OF CONTENTS

About Blackboard Ultra
Faculty Training Options
Student Training Options
Additional Resources and Support

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.

Faculty Training Options

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

Facilitated Workshops and Training

Unable to join a session? Email elis@lesley.edu to schedule a 1:1 or small group training.

Getting Started with Blackboard Ultra

Join Lesley University’s eLearning team for a fast-paced, one-hour session that will get you up and running with ease. You’ll learn how to navigate the Ultra interface, upload your syllabus, create and organize course materials, add learning activities, and quickly copy in materials from past courses. Whether you’re brand new to Blackboard or transitioning from the Original view, you’ll leave confident and fully prepared to start teaching in Ultra right away.

Click one of the dates below to register.

Get Creative and Save Time with Blackboard AI

Save time and spark new ideas with Blackboard Ultra’s AI tools. Join the eLearning team to learn how the AI Design Assistant can help you create engaging assignments, discussion prompts, test questions, and rubrics in minutes. Explore AI Conversations, an interactive tool that helps assess students’ understanding and application of knowledge. You remain in control of every AI-generated item, with the ability to review, edit, and approve content to align with your course goals. Discover how AI can streamline course design and support student success.

Click one of the dates below to register.

Designing Engaging Courses in Blackboard Ultra

A well-designed course helps students stay organized, engaged, and motivated to learn. Join the eLearning team to explore practical strategies for enhancing your Blackboard Ultra course through thoughtful content organization, visual design, and interactive learning elements. Learn how to create engaging Ultra Documents, incorporate images and multimedia, and use Knowledge Checks to reinforce learning and provide students with immediate feedback. Discover simple ways to make your course more inviting, accessible, and student-centered.

Click one of the dates below to register.

What's New in Blackboard for Fall 2026?

Discover what's new in Blackboard for Fall 2026. Join the eLearning team for a guided tour of the latest features and enhancements, including including streamlined navigation, the new student to-do list, the redesigned Gradebook Grid View, improvements to creating and managing groups, and more! Learn how these updates can help you work more efficiently and create a better learning experience for your students.

Click one of the dates below to register.

Just In Time Training and Support

Blackboard Ultra Drop-In Sessions: From To-Do to Done

Need a hand with your Blackboard course? Whether you're new to Blackboard Ultra or an experienced user looking to refine your course, the eLearning team is here to help. Drop in for personalized support, practical tips, and answers to your questions. Bring your course materials, explore new Ultra features, organize content, troubleshoot challenges, or simply set aside dedicated time to work on your course with expert guidance readily available.

These informal sessions are held online via Zoom. No appointments, presentations, or registration required. Just drop in, get the support you need, and stay as long as you'd like.

Join Our Weekly Faculty Office Hours

Are you looking for a quick overview of Ultra? Do you have questions or need assistance? Join our weekly online office hours every Monday and Thursday, 2:00 - 4:00 ET. No appointment necessary

Join eLIS Online Office Hours for Faculty.

Self-Paced Training

Self-Paced Course: Faculty Training for Ultra

This is a short self-paced tutorial to introduce you to creating content for your Blackboard Ultra course. It should take approximately one hour or less to complete.

Enroll in the Self-Paced Course: Faculty Training for Ultra.

Blackboard Learn Ultra Education Series (BLUES)

Check out our Blackboard Learn Ultra Education Series (BLUES) site - your one stop shop for Ultra, including:

Recorded training workshops.
Upcoming training opportunities.
Support resources.
And more!

Things to Do in Ultra Course View

Ready to start working in Ultra but aren't sure where to start? Use your My Space course to practice using the various tools and features. The following guides will walk you through many of the tools and tasks.

Things to Do in Ultra Course View Part 1: This step-by-step guide will walk you through some of the basic features of Blackboard Ultra Course View, including creating an Ultra document, using the text editor, creating folders and modules, creating assignments and tests, creating discussions, and more.

Things to Do in Ultra Course View Part 2: This step-by-step guide will walk you through some of the more administrative features of Blackboard Ultra Course View, including copying content from a previous course, using batch edit, tracking attendance, setting up the gradebook, grading, and more.

Schedule a Training

Would you like to schedule an Ultra training for your group or program? We would be happy to work with you and tailor a training to meet your needs.

Email elis@lesley.edu to schedule your training today!

Student Training Options

myLesley Student Orientation

The myLesley Student Orientation Self-Paced Course has been designed to prepare you to successfully use myLesley/Blackboard for your coursework. You may be new to online learning, new to Blackboard Ultra, or both. In this course, we will cover the basics of so that you know what it is, how to navigate it, how to use it to complete your course work, and how it will benefit you.

You may access this course at any time from the Organizations link in the main navigation. This course will take approximately 1-2 hours to complete and you may go back to it at any time.

Additional Resources and Support

Ultra Quick Start Guides

These guides contain instructions and tutorial videos to get you started with Ultra Course View:

Convert Your Course to Blackboard Ultra (Faculty)

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

Ultra Course Early Adopter Program

Are you ready to transform your course content into an immersive and engaging Ultra Course experience? Wouldn't it be great to have a dedicated mentor to ensure that you stay on track, enhance your creativity, and help you achieve results? Our Ultra Course Early Adopter Program is for you!

Apply to the Ultra Course Early Adopter Program today and elevate your course design to new heights!

Contact Us

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.