January 15th, 2026 at 12:15pm ET

Get ready to hit the ground running on your first day of teaching. This hands-on bootcamp guides you through three essential steps to prepare for your first class:: setting up your Brightspace course site, sending a welcoming message to students, and planning a simple activity that sparks discussion. You’ll leave confident, prepared, and ready to engage students from day one.
 

Ready to assign impactful group projects? Our three-part digital workshop will walk you through the entire process, from initial design to final grading, to help you facilitate impactful, experiential learning opportunities for your students. Learn to manage teams, oversee progress efficiently, and grade contributions equitably. Watch the series to empower your students and streamline your process!

This comprehensive walkthrough gives you everything you need to know to start with Brightspace. From designing your lesson content, to managing grades and quizzes, to using Brightspace's tools to communicate with your class—you'll learn it here.