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The Title II ADA requirements are a serious responsibility, but they are also an opportunity. Institutions that take thoughtful, structured action now will be far better prepared to meet the rules. 

How to meet the new Title II accessibility requirements

Discover the redesigned Blackboard Help Sites now through December 8. Explore a cleaner interface, streamlined navigation, and role-based pathways built to help you find what you need faster. During this preview window, we invite you to test the updated sites, share your feedback, and help shape the final experience before the full launch on December 10.

Preview the New Blackboard Help Sites

K-12 User Group

Blackboard K-12 User Group - January 8, 2026

APAC Blackboard User Group

Hi EveryoneTis the holiday season!&nbsp;Our next APAC user group meeting is Thursday 18 December at 11am AEST.Here is the link to join<a href="https://au.bbcollab.com/guest/f349e431da7e4ddc81745a130181f86e" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://au.bbcollab.com/guest/f349e431da7e4ddc81745a130181f86e</a>&nbsp;Please let me know if you have any items to add to the agenda which is currently as follows	&nbsp;&nbsp;Benwell’s backyard progress and planning update 😊	Anthology updates on any issues and time for Q&amp;A&nbsp;Info sharing <ol><li data-list="bullet">Any new Ideas exchange items that have been raised/need upvoting?&nbsp;</li><li data-list="bullet">Good news stories/updates /areas of concern</li><li data-list="bullet">Other business&nbsp;</li><li data-list="bullet">Next meeting will be in February 2026</li></ol>Here’s the link to our APAC UG google doc for Collation of institutional information – <a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1IBYUZZqiqOx_tBaRT2mxRSwxGyivcg2ipoioPZv_Lj8/edit?gid=1973197816" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">google doc</a>If your institute does not already have a page to update, please copy and paste the template into a worksheet and add your info.I look forward to catching up and welcome any slides you would like shared, agenda items, topic ideas, feedback, or suggestions for our meetings.CheersSharon &nbsp;

APAC December User Group Meeting

Welcome to the Innovative Educator Webinar - a series dedicated to faculty. The One That Made Accessibility EffortlessYou want to do the right thing when it comes to accessibility—but it’s not always easy to know where to start. Many faculty feel they lack the training or time to make their content truly inclusive.Findings from the 2025 Anthology Faculty Survey highlight gaps in institutional support, but also reveal where LMS tools can help. In this session, we’ll show how tools like Anthology Ally integrate into your everyday workflows—making accessibility part of the process, not an added burden.Presentation 1The Engagement Entourage: An Ensemble of Practices for Digital Teaching to Foster Engagement and Inclusion&nbsp;The University of Texas at Dallas<ol><li data-list="bullet">Bill Hefley, Clinical Professor,</li><li data-list="bullet">Kathy Zolton, Professor of Practice,</li><li data-list="bullet">Katrina Adams, E-Learning Manager,</li><li data-list="bullet">Letitia Davis, Manager, Learning Management Solutions</li></ol>

Innovative Educator Series - The One That Made Accessibility Effortless

Faculty Network

Webinar: Designing GenAI Literacy Experiences in Blackboard – Gamified, Flexible, ImpactfulUniversity of SouthamptonJoin Learning Designers Javier Mármol Queraltó and Peter Boorman as they share the design and delivery of a GenAI Literacy course built entirely within Blackboard. This innovative course uses a gamified structure with three progressive difficulty levels to engage learners in understanding generative AI concepts and applications.Using Blackboard’s native tools—assignments, release conditions, groups, and enrolment methods—the course has successfully supported two distinct formats: a 6-hour in-person synchronous event and a 4-day asynchronous fully online experience. Both formats maintained high learner engagement and completion rates, thanks to the adaptive structure and interactive design.In this webinar, Pete and Javier will walk through the pedagogical thinking behind the course, demonstrate how Blackboard’s functionality was used to create dynamic learning pathways, and share insights from running the events. Whether you're looking to enhance digital literacy, experiment with gamification, or maximise Blackboard’s capabilities, this session offers practical strategies and inspiration.

Faculty Network: Designing GenAI Literacy Experiences in Blackboard – Gamified, Flexible, Impactful

Partnerships

Join Anthology’s partner, Transact, to explore how AI and current payment trends are transforming higher education finance. Discover how <a href="https://www.anthology.com/products/enterprise-operations/student-information-and-enterprise-resources/anthology-student" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Anthology® Student</a> and unified ERP-payment integrations reduce friction, enhance student experiences, and streamline campus operations. Learn how modern payment ecosystems drive operational efficiency, student trust, and institutional resilience.&nbsp;&nbsp;Who is this webinar for?&nbsp;Higher education professionals in finance, IT, operations, and student services looking to modernize payment systems, improve campus efficiency, and enhance the student experience. Watch on demand: <a href="https://ow.ly/b4qI50XxILO" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://ow.ly/b4qI50XxILO</a>

Watch the on-demand webinar: Modernize Payment Integrations Across Campus

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