Upcoming Events and Opportunities
Tutorials, Live Sessions & Resources
Free Resources for Faculty
Getting Started with Blackboard Ultra: A Practical Walkthrough - July 6
Monday,
July 6,
2026
| 10:30
- 11:30 a.m.
Location: Zoom
Description: This session introduces faculty to the core tools needed to get started in Blackboard
Ultra. Participants will learn how to copy content from previous courses, add course
materials, and build engaging course content with learning modules, folders, and links.
The session also provides an overview of creating common assessments, including discussions,
assignments, and tests—helping you prepare a clean, organized, and ready-to-teach
Ultra course.
Presenter: Roberto Castillo, Senior Instructional Specialist
Join Session: https://stockton.zoom.us/j/83483071014?pwd=nqw3dDpLma2IWjxQDGWaIRfNzPfumY.1
Presenter: Roberto Castillo, Senior Instructional Specialist
Join Session: https://stockton.zoom.us/j/83483071014?pwd=nqw3dDpLma2IWjxQDGWaIRfNzPfumY.1
Managing the Gradebook in Blackboard Ultra - July 14
Tuesday,
July 14,
2026
| 1:45
- 2:45 p.m.
Location: Zoom
Description: The Blackboard Ultra Gradebook is a great tool for tracking grades and providing
feedback to students about their performance and learning. You'll learn how to use
it to record and calculate grades, provide comments, and customize the Gradebook for
easier use.
Presenter: Roberto Castillo, Senior Instructional Specialist
Join Session: https://stockton.zoom.us/j/87138037437?pwd=S4jvV0gSRo5hrgEOwzYPODsgire0Kg.1
Presenter: Roberto Castillo, Senior Instructional Specialist
Join Session: https://stockton.zoom.us/j/87138037437?pwd=S4jvV0gSRo5hrgEOwzYPODsgire0Kg.1
Blackboard Ultra FAQ Clinic - July 15
Wednesday,
July 15,
2026
| 1
- 4 p.m.
Location: Galloway Campus F-210 & Zoom
Description: Join us for a Blackboard Ultra Open House designed to support faculty as they prepare
their courses for the 2026 Fall semester and transition from Original Course View
to Ultra. This informal, drop-in, FAQ-style session provides an opportunity to get
individualized assistance, ask questions, troubleshoot course setup issues, and learn
practical tips for creating an effective and accessible Ultra course experience. Whether
you are just getting started with Ultra, finalizing your course materials, or looking
for guidance on specific features and workflows, instructional support staff will
be available throughout the three-hour session to help you successfully prepare your
courses for the start of the semester.
Facilitator: Roberto Castillo, Senior Instructional Specialist
Join Session: F-210 or via Zoom https://stockton.zoom.us/j/83371232891?pwd=fdHAB4NoQDxBkxnduQPluRjlT7fr7h.1
Facilitator: Roberto Castillo, Senior Instructional Specialist
Join Session: F-210 or via Zoom https://stockton.zoom.us/j/83371232891?pwd=fdHAB4NoQDxBkxnduQPluRjlT7fr7h.1
Ally for Instructors: Building More Accessible and Inclusive Courses
Monday,
July 20,
2026
| 11 a.m.
- 12 p.m.
Location: Zoom
Description: Creating accessible course content benefits all learners. In this session, instructors
will learn how to use Ally within Blackboard, interpret Ally accessibility scores
and feedback, and improve the usability of course materials. We will explore practical
strategies for creating more inclusive learning experiences, supporting diverse student
needs, and meeting accessibility requirements while enhancing the overall quality
of course content.
Presenter: Mike Jester, Blackboard Customer Success Strategist
Join Session: https://stockton.zoom.us/j/83512693615?pwd=yg4tTeO4azaXkrUf7YA4Tb8GhMWRVZ.1
Presenter: Mike Jester, Blackboard Customer Success Strategist
Join Session: https://stockton.zoom.us/j/83512693615?pwd=yg4tTeO4azaXkrUf7YA4Tb8GhMWRVZ.1
Blackboard Ultra FAQ Clinic - July 20
Monday,
July 20,
2026
| 1
- 4 p.m.
Location: Galloway Campus F-210 & Zoom
Description: Join us for a Blackboard Ultra Open House designed to support faculty as they prepare
their courses for the 2026 Fall semester and transition from Original Course View
to Ultra. This informal, drop-in, FAQ-style session provides an opportunity to get
individualized assistance, ask questions, troubleshoot course setup issues, and learn
practical tips for creating an effective and accessible Ultra course experience. Whether
you are just getting started with Ultra, finalizing your course materials, or looking
for guidance on specific features and workflows, instructional support staff will
be available throughout the three-hour session to help you successfully prepare your
courses for the start of the semester.
Hosted by: CTLD
Join Session: F-210 or via Zoom https://stockton.zoom.us/j/83371232891?pwd=fdHAB4NoQDxBkxnduQPluRjlT7fr7h.1
Hosted by: CTLD
Join Session: F-210 or via Zoom https://stockton.zoom.us/j/83371232891?pwd=fdHAB4NoQDxBkxnduQPluRjlT7fr7h.1
Work it Wednesday: Make Your Course Materials Accessible - July 22
Wednesday,
July 22,
2026
| 1
- 4 p.m.
Location: Galloway Campus F-210 & Zoom
Description: Join us on the Main Galloway campus or via Zoom for focused work time to audit and
revise your Blackboard Ultra digital course materials to meet Title II accessibility
standards. Colleagues will be available to offer guidance as you work on making your
course materials accessible.
Hosted by: CTLD
Join Session: F-210 or via Zoom https://stockton.zoom.us/j/89858629834?pwd=DchUhORy5inBiJSEeAOkPTrC0ngxW8.1
Hosted by: CTLD
Join Session: F-210 or via Zoom https://stockton.zoom.us/j/89858629834?pwd=DchUhORy5inBiJSEeAOkPTrC0ngxW8.1
Getting Started with Blackboard Ultra: A Practical Walkthrough - July 23
Thursday,
July 23,
2026
| 2:30
- 3:30 p.m.
Location: Zoom
Description: This session introduces faculty to the core tools needed to get started in Blackboard
Ultra. Participants will learn how to copy content from previous courses, add course
materials, and build engaging course content with learning modules, folders, and links.
The session also provides an overview of creating common assessments, including discussions,
assignments, and tests—helping you prepare a clean, organized, and ready-to-teach
Ultra course.
Presenter: Roberto Castillo, Senior Instructional Specialist
Join Session: https://stockton.zoom.us/j/83483071014?pwd=nqw3dDpLma2IWjxQDGWaIRfNzPfumY.1
Presenter: Roberto Castillo, Senior Instructional Specialist
Join Session: https://stockton.zoom.us/j/83483071014?pwd=nqw3dDpLma2IWjxQDGWaIRfNzPfumY.1
Move to Green Monday: Make Your Course Materials Accessible - July 27
Monday,
July 27,
2026
| 1
- 4 p.m.
Location: Galloway Campus F-210 & Zoom
Description: Join us on the Main Galloway campus or via Zoom for focused work time to audit and
revise your Blackboard Ultra digital course materials to meet Title II accessibility
standards. Colleagues will be available to offer guidance as you work on making your
course materials accessible.
Hosted by: CTLD
Join Session: F-210 or via Zoom https://stockton.zoom.us/j/89858629834?pwd=DchUhORy5inBiJSEeAOkPTrC0ngxW8.1
Hosted by: CTLD
Join Session: F-210 or via Zoom https://stockton.zoom.us/j/89858629834?pwd=DchUhORy5inBiJSEeAOkPTrC0ngxW8.1
Ultra Discussions: Quick Bite Session
Tuesday,
July 28,
2026
| 3
- 4 p.m.
Location: Zoom
Description: Join this quick bite session to explore Ultra Discussions and learn how to design
engaging discussion activities, encourage quality participation, and leverage features
that support collaboration and critical thinking. We will share practical tips and
best practices that instructors can implement right away to foster richer online conversations
and build community in their courses.
Presenter: Mike Jester, Blackboard Customer Success Strategist
Join Session: https://stockton.zoom.us/j/81304678870?pwd=6DLb8qSOixhpZ0BtDafQavzBwmvjWC.1
Presenter: Mike Jester, Blackboard Customer Success Strategist
Join Session: https://stockton.zoom.us/j/81304678870?pwd=6DLb8qSOixhpZ0BtDafQavzBwmvjWC.1
Creating Assessments in the New Ultra Interface
Wednesday,
July 29,
2026
| 2
- 3 p.m.
Location: Zoom
Description: Ready to build engaging and effective assessments in Blackboard Ultra? Join this
hands-on session designed for instructors to explore the variety of assessment options
available in the new Ultra interface. Learn how to create and manage Forms, Discussions,
Assignments, Tests, and a range of question types while leveraging features that streamline
assessment design, student engagement, and feedback. Whether you are new to Ultra
or looking to expand your assessment toolkit, you will leave with practical strategies
you can apply immediately in your courses.
Presenter: Mike Jester, Blackboard Customer Success Strategist
Join Session: https://stockton.zoom.us/j/86808653099?pwd=nkCtRFKeJLINMMR6bzTXgJQGfRJuHA.1
Presenter: Mike Jester, Blackboard Customer Success Strategist
Join Session: https://stockton.zoom.us/j/86808653099?pwd=nkCtRFKeJLINMMR6bzTXgJQGfRJuHA.1
Managing the Gradebook in Blackboard Ultra - Aug 3
Monday,
August 3,
2026
| 10:30
- 11:30 a.m.
Location: Zoom
Description: The Blackboard Ultra Gradebook is a great tool for tracking grades and providing
feedback to students about their performance and learning. You'll learn how to use
it to record and calculate grades, provide comments, and customize the Gradebook for
easier use.
Presenter: Roberto Castillo, Senior Instructional Specialist
Join Session: https://stockton.zoom.us/j/87138037437?pwd=S4jvV0gSRo5hrgEOwzYPODsgire0Kg.1
Presenter: Roberto Castillo, Senior Instructional Specialist
Join Session: https://stockton.zoom.us/j/87138037437?pwd=S4jvV0gSRo5hrgEOwzYPODsgire0Kg.1
Blackboard Ultra FAQ Clinic - Aug 3
Monday,
August 3,
2026
| 1
- 4 p.m.
Location: Galloway Campus F-210 & Zoom
Description: Join us for a Blackboard Ultra Open House designed to support faculty as they prepare
their courses for the 2026 Fall semester and transition from Original Course View
to Ultra. This informal, drop-in, FAQ-style session provides an opportunity to get
individualized assistance, ask questions, troubleshoot course setup issues, and learn
practical tips for creating an effective and accessible Ultra course experience. Whether
you are just getting started with Ultra, finalizing your course materials, or looking
for guidance on specific features and workflows, instructional support staff will
be available throughout the three-hour session to help you successfully prepare your
courses for the start of the semester.
Hosted by: CTLD
Join Session: F-210 or via Zoom https://stockton.zoom.us/j/83371232891?pwd=fdHAB4NoQDxBkxnduQPluRjlT7fr7h.1
Hosted by: CTLD
Join Session: F-210 or via Zoom https://stockton.zoom.us/j/83371232891?pwd=fdHAB4NoQDxBkxnduQPluRjlT7fr7h.1
OLC Elevate 2026
August 4 & 6
August 4
- 6, 2026
Location: Virtual
Two days, two visions. Engage in crucial discussions and high-level networking.
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 - Rethinking the Learning Enterprise: From Institutions to Ecosystems
Explore how learning moves beyond institutional bounds into flexible, AI-mediated ecosystems. This day focuses on the “big picture”—governance, infrastructure, and the strategy required to lead a digital enterprise.
Turn innovative theory into instructional practice. This day serves as a deep dive into the human-centered design and pedagogical shifts required to integrate AI responsibly into the student experience.
Co-hosted by: Tarleton State University and Rockford University
Register Here
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 - Rethinking the Learning Enterprise: From Institutions to Ecosystems
Explore how learning moves beyond institutional bounds into flexible, AI-mediated ecosystems. This day focuses on the “big picture”—governance, infrastructure, and the strategy required to lead a digital enterprise.
- Track #1: Reimagining Learning Models: Online, Blended and AI-Enabled Experiences
- Track #2: Governing the Learning Ecosystem: Strategy, Leadership & Trust
- Track #3: Designing the Technology Ecosystem: Platforms, Tools and AI-Enabled Innovation
Turn innovative theory into instructional practice. This day serves as a deep dive into the human-centered design and pedagogical shifts required to integrate AI responsibly into the student experience.
- Track #1: Reimagining Learning: Pedagogy & Learning Design
- Track #2: Leading Transformation: Strategy, Leadership & Organizational Change
- Track #3: Enabling Innovation: Technology, Data & Learning Ecosystems
Co-hosted by: Tarleton State University and Rockford University
Register Here
Work it Wednesday: Make Your Course Materials Accessible - Aug 5
Wednesday,
August 5,
2026
| 1
- 4 p.m.
Location: Galloway Campus F-210 & Zoom
Description: Join us on the Main Galloway campus or via Zoom for focused work time to audit and
revise your Blackboard Ultra digital course materials to meet Title II accessibility
standards. Colleagues will be available to offer guidance as you work on making your
course materials accessible.
Hosted by: CTLD
Join Session: F-210 or via Zoom https://stockton.zoom.us/j/89858629834?pwd=DchUhORy5inBiJSEeAOkPTrC0ngxW8.1
Hosted by: CTLD
Join Session: F-210 or via Zoom https://stockton.zoom.us/j/89858629834?pwd=DchUhORy5inBiJSEeAOkPTrC0ngxW8.1
Move to Green Monday: Make Your Course Materials Accessible - Aug 10
Monday,
August 10,
2026
| 1
- 4 p.m.
Location: Galloway Campus F-210 & Zoom
Description: Join us on the Main Galloway campus or via Zoom for focused work time to audit and
revise your Blackboard Ultra digital course materials to meet Title II accessibility
standards. Colleagues will be available to offer guidance as you work on making your
course materials accessible.
Hosted by: CTLD
Join Session: F-210 or via Zoom https://stockton.zoom.us/j/89858629834?pwd=DchUhORy5inBiJSEeAOkPTrC0ngxW8.1
Hosted by: CTLD
Join Session: F-210 or via Zoom https://stockton.zoom.us/j/89858629834?pwd=DchUhORy5inBiJSEeAOkPTrC0ngxW8.1
Getting Started with Blackboard Ultra: A Practical Walkthrough - Aug 11
Tuesday,
August 11,
2026
| 3:30
- 4:30 p.m.
Location: Zoom
Description: This session introduces faculty to the core tools needed to get started in Blackboard
Ultra. Participants will learn how to copy content from previous courses, add course
materials, and build engaging course content with learning modules, folders, and links.
The session also provides an overview of creating common assessments, including discussions,
assignments, and tests—helping you prepare a clean, organized, and ready-to-teach
Ultra course.
Presenter: Roberto Castillo, Senior Instructional Specialist
Join Session: https://stockton.zoom.us/j/83483071014?pwd=nqw3dDpLma2IWjxQDGWaIRfNzPfumY.1
Presenter: Roberto Castillo, Senior Instructional Specialist
Join Session: https://stockton.zoom.us/j/83483071014?pwd=nqw3dDpLma2IWjxQDGWaIRfNzPfumY.1
Blackboard Ultra FAQ Clinic - Aug 12
Wednesday,
August 12,
2026
| 1
- 4 p.m.
Location: Galloway Campus F-210 & Zoom
Description: Join us for a Blackboard Ultra Open House designed to support faculty as they prepare
their courses for the 2026 Fall semester and transition from Original Course View
to Ultra. This informal, drop-in, FAQ-style session provides an opportunity to get
individualized assistance, ask questions, troubleshoot course setup issues, and learn
practical tips for creating an effective and accessible Ultra course experience. Whether
you are just getting started with Ultra, finalizing your course materials, or looking
for guidance on specific features and workflows, instructional support staff will
be available throughout the three-hour session to help you successfully prepare your
courses for the start of the semester.
Hosted by: CTLD
Join Session: F-210 or via Zoom https://stockton.zoom.us/j/83371232891?pwd=fdHAB4NoQDxBkxnduQPluRjlT7fr7h.1
Hosted by: CTLD
Join Session: F-210 or via Zoom https://stockton.zoom.us/j/83371232891?pwd=fdHAB4NoQDxBkxnduQPluRjlT7fr7h.1
Getting Started with Blackboard Ultra: A Practical Walkthrough - Aug 17
Monday,
August 17,
2026
| 10:30
- 11:30 a.m.
Location: Zoom
Description: This session introduces faculty to the core tools needed to get started in Blackboard
Ultra. Participants will learn how to copy content from previous courses, add course
materials, and build engaging course content with learning modules, folders, and links.
The session also provides an overview of creating common assessments, including discussions,
assignments, and tests—helping you prepare a clean, organized, and ready-to-teach
Ultra course.
Presenter: Roberto Castillo, Senior Instructional Specialist
Join Session: https://stockton.zoom.us/j/83483071014?pwd=nqw3dDpLma2IWjxQDGWaIRfNzPfumY.1
Presenter: Roberto Castillo, Senior Instructional Specialist
Join Session: https://stockton.zoom.us/j/83483071014?pwd=nqw3dDpLma2IWjxQDGWaIRfNzPfumY.1
Blackboard Ultra FAQ Clinic - Aug 17
Monday,
August 17,
2026
| 1
- 4 p.m.
Location: Galloway Campus F-210 & Zoom
Description: Join us for a Blackboard Ultra Open House designed to support faculty as they prepare
their courses for the 2026 Fall semester and transition from Original Course View
to Ultra. This informal, drop-in, FAQ-style session provides an opportunity to get
individualized assistance, ask questions, troubleshoot course setup issues, and learn
practical tips for creating an effective and accessible Ultra course experience. Whether
you are just getting started with Ultra, finalizing your course materials, or looking
for guidance on specific features and workflows, instructional support staff will
be available throughout the three-hour session to help you successfully prepare your
courses for the start of the semester.
Hosted by: CTLD
Join Session: F-210 or via Zoom https://stockton.zoom.us/j/83371232891?pwd=fdHAB4NoQDxBkxnduQPluRjlT7fr7h.1
Hosted by: CTLD
Join Session: F-210 or via Zoom https://stockton.zoom.us/j/83371232891?pwd=fdHAB4NoQDxBkxnduQPluRjlT7fr7h.1
Work it Wednesday: Make Your Course Materials Accessible - Aug 19
Wednesday,
August 19,
2026
| 1
- 4 p.m.
Location: Galloway Campus F-210 & Zoom
Description: Join us on the Main Galloway campus or via Zoom for focused work time to audit and
revise your Blackboard Ultra digital course materials to meet Title II accessibility
standards. Colleagues will be available to offer guidance as you work on making your
course materials accessible.
Hosted by: CTLD
Join Session: F-210 or via Zoom https://stockton.zoom.us/j/89858629834?pwd=DchUhORy5inBiJSEeAOkPTrC0ngxW8.1
Hosted by: CTLD
Join Session: F-210 or via Zoom https://stockton.zoom.us/j/89858629834?pwd=DchUhORy5inBiJSEeAOkPTrC0ngxW8.1
Managing the Gradebook in Blackboard Ultra - Aug 20
Thursday,
August 20,
2026
| 2:30
- 3:30 p.m.
Location: Zoom
Description: The Blackboard Ultra Gradebook is a great tool for tracking grades and providing
feedback to students about their performance and learning. You'll learn how to use
it to record and calculate grades, provide comments, and customize the Gradebook for
easier use.
Presenter: Roberto Castillo, Senior Instructional Specialist
Join Session: https://stockton.zoom.us/j/87138037437?pwd=S4jvV0gSRo5hrgEOwzYPODsgire0Kg.1
Presenter: Roberto Castillo, Senior Instructional Specialist
Join Session: https://stockton.zoom.us/j/87138037437?pwd=S4jvV0gSRo5hrgEOwzYPODsgire0Kg.1
Move to Green Monday: Make Your Course Materials Accessible - Aug 24
Monday,
August 24,
2026
| 1
- 4 p.m.
Location: Galloway Campus F-210 & Zoom
Description: Join us on the Main Galloway campus or via Zoom for focused work time to audit and
revise your Blackboard Ultra digital course materials to meet Title II accessibility
standards. Colleagues will be available to offer guidance as you work on making your
course materials accessible.
Hosted by: CTLD
Join Session: F-210 or via Zoom https://stockton.zoom.us/j/89858629834?pwd=DchUhORy5inBiJSEeAOkPTrC0ngxW8.1
Hosted by: CTLD
Join Session: F-210 or via Zoom https://stockton.zoom.us/j/89858629834?pwd=DchUhORy5inBiJSEeAOkPTrC0ngxW8.1
Blackboard Ultra: Student Engagement
Tuesday,
August 25,
2026
| 10:30
- 11:30 a.m.
Location: Zoom
Description: Student engagement doesn’t happen by accident; it happens by design. In this session,
explore practical ways to improve engagement using tools available in Blackboard.
We will highlight strategies such as AI conversations, Ultra documents with knowledge
checks, and modules that improve course wayfinding. Learn how progress tracking and
reminders help keep students on schedule, while automations reduce instructor workload
and maintain momentum throughout the course. Walk away with actionable ideas for creating
a more connected, engaging learning experience that supports student success.
Presenter: Mike Jester, Blackboard Customer Success Strategist
Join Session: https://stockton.zoom.us/j/83821796841?pwd=1muXGFaf8jyllz2OBai8BrQc3rYw3J.1
Presenter: Mike Jester, Blackboard Customer Success Strategist
Join Session: https://stockton.zoom.us/j/83821796841?pwd=1muXGFaf8jyllz2OBai8BrQc3rYw3J.1
Blackboard Ultra FAQ Clinic - Aug 26
Wednesday,
August 26,
2026
| 1
- 4 p.m.
Location: Galloway Campus F-210 & Zoom
Description: Join us for a Blackboard Ultra Open House designed to support faculty as they prepare
their courses for the 2026 Fall semester and transition from Original Course View
to Ultra. This informal, drop-in, FAQ-style session provides an opportunity to get
individualized assistance, ask questions, troubleshoot course setup issues, and learn
practical tips for creating an effective and accessible Ultra course experience. Whether
you are just getting started with Ultra, finalizing your course materials, or looking
for guidance on specific features and workflows, instructional support staff will
be available throughout the three-hour session to help you successfully prepare your
courses for the start of the semester.
Hosted by: CTLD
Join Session: F-210 or via Zoom https://stockton.zoom.us/j/83371232891?pwd=fdHAB4NoQDxBkxnduQPluRjlT7fr7h.1
Hosted by: CTLD
Join Session: F-210 or via Zoom https://stockton.zoom.us/j/83371232891?pwd=fdHAB4NoQDxBkxnduQPluRjlT7fr7h.1
Getting Started with Blackboard Ultra: A Practical Walkthrough - Aug 27
Thursday,
August 27,
2026
| 2:30
- 3:30 p.m.
Location: Zoom
Description: This session introduces faculty to the core tools needed to get started in Blackboard
Ultra. Participants will learn how to copy content from previous courses, add course
materials, and build engaging course content with learning modules, folders, and links.
The session also provides an overview of creating common assessments, including discussions,
assignments, and tests—helping you prepare a clean, organized, and ready-to-teach
Ultra course.
Presenter: Roberto Castillo, Senior Instructional Specialist
Join Session: https://stockton.zoom.us/j/83483071014?pwd=nqw3dDpLma2IWjxQDGWaIRfNzPfumY.1
Presenter: Roberto Castillo, Senior Instructional Specialist
Join Session: https://stockton.zoom.us/j/83483071014?pwd=nqw3dDpLma2IWjxQDGWaIRfNzPfumY.1
Blackboard Ultra FAQ Clinic - Aug 31
Monday,
August 31,
2026
| 1
- 4 p.m.
Location: Galloway Campus F-210 & Zoom
Description: Join us for a Blackboard Ultra Open House designed to support faculty as they prepare
their courses for the 2026 Fall semester and transition from Original Course View
to Ultra. This informal, drop-in, FAQ-style session provides an opportunity to get
individualized assistance, ask questions, troubleshoot course setup issues, and learn
practical tips for creating an effective and accessible Ultra course experience. Whether
you are just getting started with Ultra, finalizing your course materials, or looking
for guidance on specific features and workflows, instructional support staff will
be available throughout the three-hour session to help you successfully prepare your
courses for the start of the semester.
Hosted by: CTLD
Join Session: F-210 or via Zoom https://stockton.zoom.us/j/83371232891?pwd=fdHAB4NoQDxBkxnduQPluRjlT7fr7h.1
Hosted by: CTLD
Join Session: F-210 or via Zoom https://stockton.zoom.us/j/83371232891?pwd=fdHAB4NoQDxBkxnduQPluRjlT7fr7h.1
Work it Wednesday: Make Your Course Materials Accessible - Sept 2
Wednesday,
September 2,
2026
| 1
- 4 p.m.
Location: Galloway Campus F-210 & Zoom
Description: Join us on the Main Galloway campus or via Zoom for focused work time to audit and
revise your Blackboard Ultra digital course materials to meet Title II accessibility
standards. Colleagues will be available to offer guidance as you work on making your
course materials accessible.
Hosted by: CTLD
Join Session: F-210 or via Zoom https://stockton.zoom.us/j/89858629834?pwd=DchUhORy5inBiJSEeAOkPTrC0ngxW8.1
Hosted by: CTLD
Join Session: F-210 or via Zoom https://stockton.zoom.us/j/89858629834?pwd=DchUhORy5inBiJSEeAOkPTrC0ngxW8.1
The presenters discuss the importance of creating an inclusive online environment, addressing issues such as insufficient alternative text for images, poor heading structures, color contrast problems, and keyboard accessibility, and sharing practical tips and insights to avoid common mistakes. By planning ahead and keep these common pitfalls in mind, institutions can enhance digital content to ensure it is accessible to everyone, fostering a more inclusive and positive user experience.
Blackboard Original: Building your Course
Description: The tutorials will explain how to work with the Blackboard Original View interface, how to start your courses and organize your content.
Provided by: CTLD
Duration: 18:30 mins.
Start preparing your course(s) in Ultra
Description: Learn to efficiently design courses while streamlining assessment, grading, and collaboration to enhance student feedback and engagement.
Provided by: Anthology
Duration: aprox. 60 minutes session
Explorer Creative Pedagogy Ideas
Description: This resource briefly describes activities that afford a creative and effective approach to teaching and learning during these challenging times. Click on categories that interest you to learn about active learning strategies that are easily incorporated into your existing course structure.
Provided by: CTLD
Duration: 20 mins.
Lightboard Tutorial
Description: A lightboard consists of a glass surface illuminated by LED lights, allowing instructors to write or draw on the board while facing their audience. It enables educators to create engaging, dynamic content that can be recorded and shared digitally, fostering interactive and visually impactful learning experiences.
Created by: Philip Eaton & Barry Pemberton
Duration: 9:27 mins.
AI in Higher Ed: Opportunities and Threats
Description: How will artificial intelligence (AI) tools (such as ChatGPT and Bard) affect online, blended, and digital learning in higher education? Join us for a panel discussion on the opportunities and threats associated with this emerging technology.
Many instructors, support staff, and institutional leaders are concerned about the impact of AI on academic honesty in higher education. Others see AI as a potentially useful pedagogical tool.
Provided by: Online Learning Consortium (OLC)
Duration: 60 mins.
Watch Recorded Webinar Here7 Steps To Update Courses In The Age Of Generative AI
Description: Using generative AI tools in course refresh helps faculty gain a new perspective and navigate AI platforms, increasing the likelihood of incorporating these tools into courses; this, in turn, equips students with essential AI navigational skills for improved job market readiness post-graduation.
Written by: Professor of Business Information Systems Practice and an Honors Faculty Fellow at the Neeley School of Business, Texas Christian University.
Duration: 20 mins.
Inclusive Teaching: Strategies for Engaging All Students
Description: This course will guide you through the theory of inclusive teaching and giving you practical strategies to create a classroom culture of belonging.
Hosted by: Mentimeter.
Duration: 60 mins.
Neuroscience Based Learning: Strategies for making your content stick
Description: The course covers various techniques and strategies, including memory formation, attention, and motivation.
Hosted by: Mentimeter.
Duration: 60 mins.
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