Teaching with Brightspace
First Impressions: Organizing Your Brightspace Course to Support Student Success
Wed., December 3, 10:30-11:30am OR Thu., December 4, 1:00-2:00pm, via Zoom
Thoughtful course organization is a powerful pedagogical tool: clear structure reduces cognitive load, supports self-regulation, and helps students feel oriented, confident, and ready to engage from day one. In this session, we will explore evidence-based strategies for designing a clear, engaging course with Brightspace tools and templates. We will create a “Welcome” module and consider strategies to set expectations and foster a sense of belonging. Ideal for all faculty—no prior Brightspace experience required.
RSVP to VITAL and you will then receive an Outlook confirmation with the Zoom link.
Brightspace Course Design Lab, Spring Recess 2026
Looking for focused time and in-person support to get started on creating your course(s) in Brightspace? Join us for a two-day, lab-style program designed to help you build your course in Brightspace. The lab combines substantial individual work time with targeted guidance, short demonstrations, and one-on-one assistance from VITAL and UTS-IT colleagues. Whether you are migrating an existing course or designing something new, you will have access to resources, templates, and support throughout the process.
Choose from two in-person sessions: March 2-3 (Mon., Tue.,) or March 4-5 Wed., Thu.,), 9:00am-3:00pm. Faculty who will be teaching their in-person course online in summer 2026 are encouraged to participate.
Register today!
Enroll in Teaching with Brightspace. In this VITAL quick start guide, explore how Brightspace tools can help you support student learning while aligning course activities and assessments with your teaching goals. Gain familiarity with Brightspace as you engage with pedagogical use cases, sample activities, and instructional practices.
Enroll through the Discover tab in Brightspace!
VITALITY - Teaching with Brightspace: Building Classroom Community, October 2025
Consult the Brightspace Training and Support website for resources and to sign up for training sessions.