CATT News & Updates | Fall 2026

UB Learns Brightspace Instructor Training

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By GREGORY TUYN

Published July 7, 2026

Prepare for the fall semester with upcoming Brightspace training sessions designed to help instructors build, manage and enhance their courses in UB Learns.

Whether you are new to UB Learns or ready to explore more advanced tools, these webinars will provide practical guidance for using Brightspace effectively in your teaching.

Event information

Brightspace Instructor Essentials

Brightspace Instructor Essentials is a foundational webinar designed to help instructors quickly get up and running in UB Learns. It covers core teaching tools such as content creation, assignment setup, grading, quizzes and basic course management so faculty can confidently build and deliver a course.

Monday, August 17, 3–5 p.m.

Instructor Immersion Series

The Instructor Immersion Series includes focused, one-hour webinars that go beyond the basics. These sessions highlight key Brightspace tools and workflows to help instructors create more engaging, efficient and well-organized learning experiences within UB Learns.

Immersion Series Schedule

Wednesday, August 19

2–3 p.m. — Getting Started with Brightspace
4–5 p.m. — ABC’s of Content

Thursday, August 20

12–1 p.m. — Assess: Assignments
3–4 p.m. — Assess: Discussions

Friday, August 21

2–3 p.m. — Assess: Quizzes
4–5 p.m. — Evaluate: Grades

Register Today!

Use the registration form below to sign up for one or more upcoming UB Learns Brightspace instructor training webinars.