UA instructors can now explore—and teach with—Blackboard Ultra Course View.
An alternative to the traditional Blackboard experience, “Ultra” offers a simple, modern, intuitive, and consistent interface across devices and a more streamlined experience for instructors and students.
See for yourself! Request a Blackboard Ultra Practice Course .
Like what you see? Instructors of non-OTIDE courses may now teach with Ultra. Request a Blackboard Ultra LIVE Course and CIT will help you determine whether Ultra meets your needs.
OTIDE courses are not eligible for the live course pilot unless arranged with OTIDE. OTIDE courses and programs will transition to Ultra based on their revision schedules, program interest, and other factors.
Blackboard Ultra Guides and Resources
Visit the CIT Knowledge Base for step-by-step guides, videos, and answers to frequently asked questions.
Blackboard Ultra Support
Technical and access issues
The Center for Instructional Technology manages UA’s instance of Blackboard and provides technical support for its use. Contact CIT for Blackboard help.
UA Online instructors and students should contact UA Online Technical Support .
Teaching and learning
CIT can help you find creative and effective ways to integrate Blackboard and other instructional technologies into your classroom or online course. Contact CIT to schedule a one-on-one consultation or an instruction session for your group.
Blackboard Ultra Workshops and Webinars
Meet the new Blackboard! See Ultra for yourself and find out what you need to do to prepare by attending a Blackboard Ultra demonstration and information Session:
- December sessions TBA
An on-demand (recorded) session is available here: Meet the New Blackboard: Blackboard Ultra Course View
We’d love to share this information at your department or faculty meeting, in-service day, etc.. Contact CIT to request an Ultra demo and info session or a workshop or webinar on one of these topics:
- Blackboard Ultra Basics
- Creating Dynamic Content
- Communicating with Students
- Assessing Student Learning
- Collaborative and Personalized Learning
- Grading and Managing the Gradebook