Your path to Blackboard Modernization can be as unique as your institution. No matter where you are on your journey, Anthology offers a free program to support you every step of the way. Our Blackboard Modernization webinars are designed to help administrators and educators successfully transition courses from the Original Course View to the Ultra Course View. Explore our webinar offerings and register today to gain the insights and guidance needed to achieve your Blackboard Modernization goals. 

Blueprint for Success: Planning Your Blackboard Modernization  

Join us for an engaging webinar designed to guide you through creating a comprehensive framework for a successful transition to Blackboard’s Ultra interface. Discover the benefits of modernizing your courses and explore proven strategies for implementation, including sample timelines, effective communication plans, and professional development approaches. Attendees will gain access to resources for deeper exploration and ongoing support to ensure a seamless migration. 

Who this webinar is for: This webinar is intended for Educational Leadership, Department Chairs, Deans, Directors of Online Learning, Instructional Design Team members, and Administrators. 

Blackboard Modernization: Strategies for Administrators

This webinar is designed for Administrators navigating the transition from Original to the Ultra course view. This session will cover the recommended methods and strategies for a successful transition to Ultra courses. By the end of this webinar, Administrators will understand the methods and best practices for transitioning to the Ultra experience in Blackboard.  

Who this webinar is for: This webinar is intended for Administrators, Directors of Online Learning, Instructional Design Team members, and Support Staff who will be transitioning courses from Original to the Ultra Course View.  

Blackboard Essentials for Instructors: Exploring Course Structure and Content Creation 

This webinar is focused on providing an overview of the Ultra course structure and to understand how to include a variety of content types, including documents, presentations, images, knowledge checks, and videos. Learn how to add content that supports your course objectives and enhances the learning experience for all learners through consistent structure and navigation. 

Who this webinar is for: This webinar is intended for Instructors, Course Builders, Instructional Design Team members, and Support Staff who will be creating, using, or managing courses using Blackboard. 

Blackboard Assessments Simplified: Training for Instructors and Course Designers 

This webinar is structured to explore how to effectively set up and manage assessments within a Blackboard course. Instructors will gain knowledge and skills on how to use assignments, rubrics, and tests to evaluate learner performance and engagement. By the end of this webinar, instructors will understand how to leverage assessments to enhance the learner's experience in their courses. 

Who this webinar is for: This webinar is intended for Instructors, Course Builders, Instructional Design Team members, and Support Staff who will be creating, using, or managing courses using Blackboard. 

Streamlined Grading in Blackboard: Best Practices for Educators  

This webinar is focused on providing an overview of the Ultra course structure and to understand how to include a variety of content types, including documents, presentations, images, knowledge checks, and videos. Learn how to add content that supports your course objectives and enhances the learning experience for all learners through consistent structure and navigation. 

Who this webinar is for: This webinar is intended for Instructors, Course Builders, Instructional Design Team members, and Support Staff who will be creating, using, or managing courses using Blackboard. 

Navigating Blackboard Gradebook: Tips for Instructors and Course Builders  

This webinar is designed to introduce you to the power of Blackboard’s gradebook. The Gradebook is more than just a location to record learners’ grades; it is an interactive tool that allows instructors to utilize the different views to filter, sort, and access data, calculate grades, and monitor student progress. Join this session to learn the basics of efficiently managing your learners’ work and grades.  

Who this webinar is for: This webinar is intended for Instructors, Course Builders, Instructional Design Team members, and Support Staff who will be creating, using, or managing courses using Blackboard. 

Smart Course Creation: Leveraging AI Design Assistant in Blackboard  

Join us for this exciting webinar focused on how the AI Design Assistant can assist you in your approach to Blackboard course creation or updating courses. This session will explore how the AI Design Assistant can support and enhance your course development process by offering tailored suggestions, streamlining workflows, and adding engaging learner activities. 

Who this is webinar for: This webinar is intended for Instructors, Course Builders, Instructional Design Team members, and Support Staff who will be creating, using, or managing courses using Blackboard. 

Inclusive Design in Action: Maximizing Accessibility in Blackboard 

Join our accessibility specialists to review common accessibility issues while working with digital content in online learning. We will be analyzing why these issues are so crucial, exploring tips for creating more accessible content, and using Anthology Ally to help you expand access to more inclusive content. Now is a great opportunity to review your course materials and activities to ensure maximum engagement for all learners.  

Who this webinar is for: This webinar is intended for Accessibility Specialists, Instructional Designers, Educational Leadership, Department Chairs, Deans, Directors of Online Learning, and Administrators.