A UM WebID account is required for Digital Accessibility Solutions live workshops and webinars listed below.
Check out a full list of Training Workshops at the University.
Upcoming Accessibility Workshops
| Date | Course | Registration |
|---|---|---|
| 06/03 | Introduction to Blackboard Ultra (Zoom): Designed for instructors new to Ultra, this session will provide a guided tour of the platform's key features and navigation and practical strategies for building your course in Blackboard Ultra. Learn how to add content that supports your course objectives and enhances the learning experience for all learners through consistent structure and navigation. 2:00 - 4:00, Zoom, Amelia Robbins |
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| 06/19 | Managing your Gradebook with Blackboard Ultra (Zoom): We'll explore the Ultra gradebook including the multiple views; options, configuration, and settings; and suggestions for setting up and managing your course gradebook. 2:30 - 3:30, Zoom, Amelia Robbins |
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| 06/20 | Introduction to Blackboard Ultra (Zoom): Designed for instructors new to Ultra, this session will provide a guided tour of the platform's key features and navigation and practical strategies for building your course in Blackboard Ultra. Learn how to add content that supports your course objectives and enhances the learning experience for all learners through consistent structure and navigation. 10:00 - 12:00, Zoom, Amelia Robbins |
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| 06/26 | Introduction to Blackboard Ultra (Zoom): Designed for instructors new to Ultra, this session will provide a guided tour of the platform's key features and navigation and practical strategies for building your course in Blackboard Ultra. Learn how to add content that supports your course objectives and enhances the learning experience for all learners through consistent structure and navigation. 2:00 - 4:00, Zoom, Amelia Robbins |
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| 07/01 | Introduction to Blackboard Ultra (Zoom): Designed for instructors new to Ultra, this session will provide a guided tour of the platform's key features and navigation and practical strategies for building your course in Blackboard Ultra. Learn how to add content that supports your course objectives and enhances the learning experience for all learners through consistent structure and navigation. 2:00 - 4:00, Zoom, Amelia Robbins |
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| 07/24 | Managing your Gradebook with Blackboard Ultra (Zoom): We'll explore the Ultra gradebook including the multiple views; options, configuration, and settings; and suggestions for setting up and managing your course gradebook. 2:30 - 3:30, Zoom, Amelia Robbins |
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| 07/25 | Introduction to Blackboard Ultra (Zoom): Designed for instructors new to Ultra, this session will provide a guided tour of the platform's key features and navigation and practical strategies for building your course in Blackboard Ultra. Learn how to add content that supports your course objectives and enhances the learning experience for all learners through consistent structure and navigation. 10:00 - 12:00, Zoom, Amelia Robbins |
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| 07/29 | Let's Build It! A Hands-On Ultra Design Workshop: Join us for a hands-on, 3-hour workshop designed to help instructors build engaging and well-structured courses using Blackboard Ultra. Whether you're new to the Ultra experience or looking to deepen your skills, this session will guide you through the essential tools and features that support effective course design.
You'll have the opportunity to work directly in Blackboard Ultra, with guidance and feedback from an experienced facilitator. By the end of the session, you'll leave with a solid foundation for building a dynamic, user-friendly course that supports student success.
Bring your course materials and ideas -this is a working session! 9:00 - 12:00, Weir 107, Amelia Robbins |
Class is Full |
| 07/29 | Introduction to Blackboard Ultra: Designed for instructors new to Ultra, this session will provide a guided tour of the platform's key features and navigation and practical strategies for building your course in Blackboard Ultra. Learn how to add content that supports your course objectives and enhances the learning experience for all learners through consistent structure and navigation. 9:00 - 11:00, Weir 104, Amelia Robbins |
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| 07/29 | Taking Advantage of AI Tools in Ultra (Zoom): With the AI Design Assistant and the addition of AI Conversations with role-playing capabilities, instructors now have powerful tools to enhance course design, engage students, and streamline teaching tasks. Let's explore how these AI-driven features can transform your course experience. 9:00 - 10:00, Zoom, Amelia Robbins |
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| 07/29 | Ultra Gradebook Deep Dive (Zoom): We'll explore the Blackboard Ultra gradebook, including the multiple views, sorting and filtering options, configuration and settings, and suggestions for setting up and managing your course gradebook. You'll also learn how to provide effective written, audio, and video feedback, post grades, and check originality, all designed to streamline your grading process and support student learning. 10:00 - 11:00, Zoom, Amelia Robbins |
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| 07/29 | Blackboard Ultra Roadmap: In this session, we'll explore recent updates, newly released features, and a preview of upcoming enhancements that will impact your teaching and course design. 11:00 - 12:00, Weir 104, Amelia Robbins |
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| 07/29 | Let's Build It! A Hands-On Ultra Design Workshop: Join us for a hands-on, 3-hour workshop designed to help instructors build engaging and well-structured courses using Blackboard Ultra. Whether you're new to the Ultra experience or looking to deepen your skills, this session will guide you through the essential tools and features that support effective course design.
You'll have the opportunity to work directly in Blackboard Ultra, with guidance and feedback from an experienced facilitator. By the end of the session, you'll leave with a solid foundation for building a dynamic, user-friendly course that supports student success.
Bring your course materials and ideas -this is a working session! 1:00 - 4:00, Weir 107, Amelia Robbins |
Sign Up |
| 07/29 | Ultra Open Lab: Drop In & Build Your Course: In this 3-hour open workspace, you can put all the knowledge you've gained from our previous workshops into action and build your courses in Blackboard Ultra. Whether you're fine-tuning your course content or starting from scratch, our support team will be on hand to answer any questions and provide the guidance you need. It's the perfect opportunity to enhance your teaching tools and ensure your courses are ready to engage and inspire your students. 1:00 - 4:00, Weir 104, Amelia Robbins |
Sign Up |
| 07/30 | Let's Build It! A Hands-On Ultra Design Workshop: Join us for a hands-on, 3-hour workshop designed to help instructors build engaging and well-structured courses using Blackboard Ultra. Whether you're new to the Ultra experience or looking to deepen your skills, this session will guide you through the essential tools and features that support effective course design.
You'll have the opportunity to work directly in Blackboard Ultra, with guidance and feedback from an experienced facilitator. By the end of the session, you'll leave with a solid foundation for building a dynamic, user-friendly course that supports student success.
Bring your course materials and ideas -this is a working session! 9:00 - 12:00, Weir 107, Amelia Robbins |
Sign Up |
| 07/30 | Blackboard Ultra Roadmap (Zoom): In this session, we'll explore recent updates, newly released features, and a preview of upcoming enhancements that will impact your teaching and course design.
9:00 - 10:00, Zoom, Amelia Robbins |
Sign Up |
| 07/30 | Taking Advantage of AI Tools in Ultra: With the AI Design Assistant and the addition of AI Conversations with role-playing capabilities, instructors now have powerful tools to enhance course design, engage students, and streamline teaching tasks. Let's explore how these AI-driven features can transform your course experience.
10:00 - 11:00, Weir 104, Amelia Robbins |
Sign Up |
| 07/30 | Ultra Gradebook Deep Dive: We'll explore the Blackboard Ultra gradebook, including the multiple views, sorting and filtering options, configuration and settings, and suggestions for setting up and managing your course gradebook. You'll also learn how to provide effective written, audio, and video feedback, post grades, and check originality - all designed to streamline your grading process and support student learning. 11:00 - 12:00, Weir 104, Amelia Robbins |
Class is Full |
| 07/30 | Ultra Open Lab: Drop In & Build Your Course: In this 3-hour open workspace, you can put all the knowledge you've gained from our previous workshops into action and build your courses in Blackboard Ultra. Whether you're fine-tuning your course content or starting from scratch, our support team will be on hand to answer any questions and provide the guidance you need. It's the perfect opportunity to enhance your teaching tools and ensure your courses are ready to engage and inspire your students. 1:00 - 4:00, Weir 104, Amelia Robbins |
Sign Up |
| 07/30 | Let's Build It! A Hands-On Ultra Design Workshop: Join us for a hands-on, 3-hour workshop designed to help instructors build engaging and well-structured courses using Blackboard Ultra. Whether you're new to the Ultra experience or looking to deepen your skills, this session will guide you through the essential tools and features that support effective course design.
You'll have the opportunity to work directly in Blackboard Ultra, with guidance and feedback from an experienced facilitator. By the end of the session, you'll leave with a solid foundation for building a dynamic, user-friendly course that supports student success.
Bring your course materials and ideas -this is a working session! 1:00 - 4:00, Weir 107, Amelia Robbins |
Sign Up |