Dear Colleagues,
The start of the spring semester is right around the corner!
Blackboard will be the default LMS for the spring; however, instructors are encouraged to use Canvas and must opt in by completing this form. So far, more than 3,500 courses plan to use Canvas this semester. The spring 2025 semester will be the final term courses can be taught using Blackboard.
Remember that students and faculty will be engaging in both Blackboard and Canvas, so it will be important to communicate what system you will be using and share student resources. Be sure to email and/or post an announcement to reinforce training and support options and include the Recommended Course Statement in your materials and early communications.
Course Migrations
All summer and fall 2024 Blackboard courses were copied to Canvas. These course names start with Bb Migrated and can be used as a source to copy into your semester courses. Read more about course migrations.
Upcoming Trainings
Learn more about Canvas and integrated tools like Honorlock (test integrity), Turnitin (plagiarism detection), Poll Everywhere (polling), Kaltura (video), and more by attending an upcoming training. Those not yet in Canvas should consider attending an upcoming Canvas Boot Camp: Info and Registration.
Canvas Support
Remember, 24/7 phone and chat support is available within Canvas by clicking “Help” in the left-hand menu.
Best wishes for a successful semester!
Charles Kreitzer
Executive Director, Mason Online
Office of the Provost
Joy Taylor
Executive Director, Learning Support Services
Information Technology Services