Ultra is the new look for Blackboard, UA’s learning management system. Designed by educators for educators.
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Present – Spring 2026
All courses will be designed and delivered in Blackboard Ultra by Spring 2026. This goal was established by The Center for Instructional Technology and the Office of Teaching Innovation and Digital Education.
WELCOME TO BLACKBOARD ULTRA
ULTRA FOR INSTRUCTORS
ULTRA REVIEWS & FEEDBACK
What are UA faculty & students saying about Blackboard Ultra? Visit the Ultra Feedback page to learn more.
Course Building Resources
AIDA helps you design your course and saves you time.
Develop your course content in Ultra, step-by-step.
Spring into Ultra with this content building checklist.
Request an Ultra Practice Course to develop content or an Ultra Preview course to view Original content in Ultra.
Learn more about Blackboard Ultra and follow the best practices for building your course and adding content.
Need help? Ask CIT.
All users can submit a help request to learn more and get help with Ultra. Faculty and staff can request a consultation or attend a workshop to get help with Ultra.