Campus LX Transformation Initiative

The new Campus LX Transformation Initiative is here to help you transition from Blackboard Learn Original to the newest platform, Blackboard Ultra.  

Blackboard Ultra, with its intuitive and responsive design, will transform the digital side of your teaching. The easy-to-use accessibility features also ensure that course content adjusts seamlessly to any device, meeting you and ALL your students where you’re at. 

We’re here to assist you in building high-quality and inclusive courses in Ultra. Our team will provide you with support, like leveraging the new AI designer feature, to maximize the Ultra platform and deliver a superior learning experience to BU students. 

Why Use Ultra?

Benefits to You

Ultra’s new design streamlines the course creation process, making it easier than ever to build your ideal learning experience.

Features:

- Modern, streamlined design

- Simplified navigation

- Learning analytics

- AI tools

- And more!

Easy to Use

“Switching from Blackboard Original to Ultra has demystified the aspects of course building that often felt cumbersome and complex. I’m now empowered to create and make changes independently with more confidence and ease.”

Bronwyn Keefe. Assistant Dean. Research Assistant Professor. School of Social Work

Mobile Friendly

“Blackboard Ultra has transformed my teaching experience. The mobile app has been a game-changer, allowing me to not only grade assignments and respond to student questions on the go, but also to manage course content and track student participation from anywhere - truly making my teaching experience more flexible and responsive to student needs.”

Karen Jacobs. Associate Dean. Clinical Professor. Sargent College

Benefits to Your Students

Ultra’s user-friendly and consistent design allows students to have a simple, intuitive, and digitally supported experience.

Features:

- Mobile-friendly interface

- Accessibility options

- Progress tracking

- Knowledge checks

- And more!

Ultra adheres to the latest accessibility standards and includes built-in tools like Ally, ensuring all students can fully engage with course materials.