Brightspace delivers a robust and evolving set of tools for teaching and learning in the online/digital space. This collection of integrated and interoperable capabilities comprises the digital learning environment (DLE).
Getting Started with Brightspace
- Consultation for Instructors on effective use of Brightspace
- Join the Brightspace User Community
- Brightspace user account creation
- Brightspace course creation
- Brightspace course enrollment
Common Service Requests or Issues:
- Request help from ITS for common Brightspace issues.
- Using Panopto
- Using Zoom for Teaching
- Get help for VoiceThread
Features:
- Automatic Brightspace course creation each semester/session for the full Schedule of Classes.
- Regular synchronization of class roster, including instructors and adds/drops, performed throughout each semester.
- Embedded self-help documentation and tech support agents on every Brightspace page (see Get Help).
- 3rd party add-on tools expand already robust Brightspace capabilities.
More Information:
- Contact the ITS Service Desk
Quick Login: https://brightspace.albany.edu
Get Help
The Get Help feature at the bottom-right of each Brightspace page is where you'll find self-help resources, community-based solutions and tips, and contact a technical support agent at any time.
Related Articles:
3rd Party Tools (Panopto, VoiceThread, Zoom, Respondus, etc.)
- Common Resources for Students
- Common Resources for Instructors
Related Requests:
Request to combine multiple classes into one Brightspace course offering