The Build Brightspace Better workshop series is designed to empower instructors with the knowledge and tools needed to enhance the student experience in Brightspace. This series comprises three engaging workshops. Each workshop is centered on a different aspect of Brightspace and the tools and features available to create a more enriching and accessible learning environment for students.
Session 1 September 20th
Navigation and Layout Design
This interactive session will empower you to seamlessly integrate strategies that reduce excessive scrolling, clicking, and searching for your students. Together, we’ll work to highlight essential course elements, making content, assignment requirements, and due dates prominent and accessible.
Session 2 September 27th
Optimizing Course Readings
This hands-on workshop explores the Brightspace Reading Lists tool. Leverage library support and technology to seamlessly integrate diverse educational resources, from scholarly books to essential websites, into a singular, user-friendly digital Reading List format. Gain practical experience by curating a Reading List that exemplifies clarity, accessibility, and engagement for your students.
Session 3 October 4th
Packaging Your Brightspace Content
Transform your Brightspace course into a seamless and engaging learning experience with our hands-on workshop. Discover the best practices for organizing and presenting your course materials. Learn how to create visually appealing and interactive web pages, manage various content types, and build a repository of reusable elements. Elevate your course design and make your content more accessible and engaging for your students.
Bring your content and a laptop to create or update Brightspace content with expert support.
Session 4 October 11th
Implementation Support Session
Sign up to get help bringing your course to the next level. Whether you’re looking to update your course layout and design, organize your content, or set up Reading Lists, our experts are here to provide personalized support. This hands-on session is the perfect opportunity to implement what you’ve learned throughout the workshop series, receive immediate feedback, and ensure your Brightspace course is optimized for student success. Join us and leave with a polished, engaging, and student-friendly course.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to transform your online course material into dynamic and engaging learning environments that prioritize student satisfaction.
