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It’s official: The Blackboard User Conference is here! 🗓️ July 13 - 15 📍 Hilton Anatole, Dallas 💡 Insights, innovation, and community—built around you. Register today: hubs.ly/Q041W9bD0 #BbTogether26 #LMS #VLE #Blackboard

Texas Woman’s University made accessibility work at scale by combining training, instructional guidance, and Ally. Integrated directly into everyday workflows, instructors get step-by-step support, students get multiple ways to access content, and the university can track progress across courses. See how @txwomans is building a sustainable, campus-wide culture of accessibility: hubs.ly/Q047FtDG0 #TWU #A11y #Accessibility #Ally

⏳ Time is running out. Nominations for the 2026 Catalyst Awards close March 30. If there’s a project, team, or initiative making an impact, now’s the time to share it. Submit today: hubs.ly/Q047FBc_0 #CatalystAwards #BbT #BbT26

Last call to take the stage at Building Blackboard Together. 🎤 The Call for Proposals is closing soon, and we’re looking for sessions that bring real value to the community. We want to hear about: ✔ Real-world case studies ✔ Unique research ✔ Best practices that actually work ✔ Creative presentations ✔ Original ideas that move teaching & learning forward Selected presenters receive special recognition at the conference and a discounted registration. Share the work making a difference at your institution—and help others put it into practice. 📍 Dallas, Texas 📅 July 13–15, 2026 🔗 hubs.ly/Q047F9W50 #BbT26 #BbT

As Ramadan comes to a close, we wish everyone celebrating Eid al-Fitr peace, happiness, and prosperity. Eid Mubarak. 🌙✨

Accessibility in education is evolving and institutions are finding new ways to balance technology, policy, and human expertise. Join this webinar moderated by Julie Uranis of UPCEA, featuring April Akins (Greenville Technical College), Dr. Daniel Singletary (University of Missouri System), and Dr. Amy Lomellini (Blackboard) as they dive into how institutions are navigating AI, accessibility, and smarter decision-making in today’s EdTech environment. 📅 March 25 🕑 2:00 p.m. ET 🔗 hubs.ly/Q047gJfb0 #HigherEd #AIinEducation #AccessibleLearning #Ally #A11y

There’s been a lot of debate about the future of the LMS. At Blackboard, we believe the path forward requires innovation, collaboration, and a clear focus on student outcomes. That’s why we’ve outlined five key principles shaping our view of what’s next: collaborative development, student growth, accessibility, AI with purpose, and personalization. Ben Burrett and Dom Gore share Blackboard’s perspective on how learning technology is evolving, shaped by conversations with institutions around the world. Read the full blog: hubs.ly/Q047gBVF0 #AIinEducation #LMS #Blackboard

The real LMS upgrade? Support built in. See how Blackboard LMS: Adopt, powered by Pendo, helps institutions increase feature adoption, guide faculty and students in real time, and reduce support requests with in-LMS guidance. Join our March Power Up Webinar and learn how institutions are turning usage data into meaningful action while maximizing the Blackboard experience for everyone. 📅 March 26 🕑 Two sessions: 11:00 a.m. GMT & 2:00 p.m. ET 🔗 hubs.ly/Q0471jZ80 #Blackboard #Adopt #Pendo #LMS

The March release of Blackboard LMS is packed with enhancements designed to save instructors time while creating more engaging learning experiences for students. Here’s a quick look at what’s new: ✨ AI-generated knowledge checks for faster content creation 💬 Smarter message threading to simplify conversations 🗓️ More flexible discussion participation requirements 📝 Expanded anonymous grading in Flexible Grading 🔍 New SafeAssign metadata insights to support academic integrity Read the full update and release notes: hubs.ly/Q046_NY90 #Blackboard #LMS #Updates

You chose to be an educator because you want to help students succeed and make a meaningful difference in their lives. Unlocking their potential is at the heart of everything you do—and that’s why delivering accessible content is critical. Bridging the gap between good intentions and truly inclusive digital experiences requires intentional strategy, and that’s where our Title II Strategy Guide & Playbook can help. It is designed to help you and your teams move beyond compliance checklists by translating regulations into practical actions, helping you understand what matters most, where to begin, and how to build momentum that lasts. Download now: hubs.ly/Q046G50d0 #HigherEd #EdTech #AIinEducation #AccessibleLearning

Hi, I’m Scott Hurrey. 👋 Our social media manager is out sick today… but a DevCon post still needed to happen, and they don’t write themselves. So here we are. If you’ve been around DevCon before, you’ll know it’s built for the technical side of the Blackboard community—the people who build, configure, integrate, and expand what's possible. It’s a half-day technical deep dive, focused on hands-on learning and the kind of practical knowledge you can actually use. Anyway… the photos explain the rest. If it sounds like your kind of thing, I've been told registration details are here: hubs.ly/Q046G2fm0 Hope to see you there. #BbT #BbT26 #DevCon

Behind every student success story is someone who helped open the door. In honor of International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month, we’re proud to spotlight the women across our partner institutions who are shaping education through mentorship, resilience, and opportunity. These leaders are making a lasting difference in classrooms, campuses, and communities every day. Swipe through to hear their stories and the moments that continue to inspire their work. #InternationalWomensDay #WomensHistoryMonth #WomenInEducation #WomenMakingHistory

At the University of Westminster, the institution-wide goal has been clear: find effective ways to use generative AI to enhance learning. With Blackboard as their VLE for over 15 years, the team faced a familiar challenge—student support can't be 24/7, or can it?! Enter LearnWise AI. Trained on course content and institutional systems, it provides 24/7 tutoring and support, helping students find exactly what they need. Whether they are navigating a course or asking about campus policies, they can do it all without leaving Blackboard. This AI is designed to be smart, seamless, consistent, support students and empower faculty, all within Blackboard. Read the full case study: hubs.ly/Q046v6by0 #HigherEd #AIinEducation #StudentSuccess #EdTech #LearnWiseAI

Panel discussions bring something unique: multiple perspectives, real experiences, and the kind of insights that helps institutions move from compliance to meaningful accessibility practices. Join a live panel moderated by Julie Uranis, (UPCEA) featuring April Akins (Greenville Technical College), Dr. Daniel Singletary (University of Missouri System), and Dr. Amy Lomellini (Blackboard) as they explore how AI, accessibility, and human judgment intersect in today’s EdTech landscape. 📅 March 25 🕑 2:00 p.m. ET Register: hubs.ly/Q046hNtP0 #HigherEd #AIinEducation #AccessibleLearning#Ally #A11y

April 24, 2026 is the Title II deadline but accessibility compliance doesn’t end there. Accessibility is an ongoing responsibility that applies to every course, document, and digital experience—every semester. That’s why real progress goes beyond simply improving an accessibility score. It means creating a granular audit trail of what was changed, when, and by whom, while helping faculty understand why accessible content matters so they can create it right the first time. How do we build an accessibility program that holds up under scrutiny, you ask? Let us help: hubs.ly/Q046hb-d0 #Accessibility #TitleII #HigherEd #EdTech

Want a winning Catalyst Awards submission? 🏆 Our judges are sharing their top 5 tips to make your entry stand out—from clarity and impact to storytelling that shines. Unlock the secrets to a winning submission and shine a spotlight on your work. Submit your entry today: hubs.ly/Q0467q300 #CatalystAwards #Education #BbT26 #BbT

Smarter tools. Stronger learning. Join Lisa Clark, Ed.D. (Blackboard), Will Reid (@TD_SYNNEX_PS), and Dr. Bevin Rainwater (@UofHartford) to see how Blackboard’s AI-powered assessment tools are helping educators: - Save time on grading and course design - Streamline assessments for clarity and fairness - Connect learning activities to real outcomes 📅 March 12 🕚 1:00 p.m. EDT Register: hubs.ly/Q045Q1nD0 #AI #Blackboard #LMS #Assessments

An escape room… inside Blackboard? Let’s talk gamification. In our next Innovative Educator Series Webinar, learn how educators are turning courses into interactive learning journeys using game-inspired design, puzzles, and purposeful challenges. Hear real classroom strategies from Peter Boorman (@unisouthampton) and Araz Yusubov (@ADAUniversity). 📅 March 13 🕚 11:00 a.m. ET Register: hubs.ly/Q045PVcw0 #InnovativeEducatorSeries #Blackboard #Gamification #BlackboardCommunity

“Blackboard Reborn: Is this EdTech’s ‘Steve Jobs Moment’?” We’ll let others debate that—but we are excited about this new chapter as Blackboard returns with a sharpened focus on teaching and learning and renewed energy for innovation. Fun read from ListEdTech 👇 hubs.ly/Q045VtZD0 @LISTedTECH #WeAreBlackboard #TeachingAndLearning