Brightspace is Coming!
A new Learning Management System (LMS) is coming to Lehman College. Beginning in the summer of 2025, all Lehman College courses will be taught on Brightspace, replacing Blackboard. All CUNY campuses are making the switch, several already have.
Here's What's Better About Brightspace
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Intuitive and Modern User Design
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Mobile and Accessible
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Easy to Use App - Brightspace Pulse
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Enhanced Tools and Features for Faculty/Student Engagement
- 24 x 7 x 365 support for faculty, students, and staff
We want to make sure you know:
- All your current classes will be automatically migrated to Brightspace. NOTHING WILL BE LOST in the transition.
- For courses more than two years old, IT will assist in migrating your work.
- After the switch, Blackboard will still be accessible for a limited time to make sure you transfer or download all your information and documents.
Events
October 9, 2024 - October 9, 2024
2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
Brightspace Kick-off (In-Person & Online)
We invite you to a formal event kicking off the transition from Blackboard to Brightspace. Attend in-person or online.
Master Brightspace: Sign Up for Training
Take three easy steps to become a Brightspace Master!
- Start with CUNY Live training
- Continue with the hands-on sessions from Lehman IT (schedule coming)
- Benefit from individual course design consultations with the Center for Teaching and Learning (registration coming)
You can also enhance your experience with peer support from the Lehman’s Faculty Mentors/Brightspace Ambassadors and make use of the Brightspace Guided Training Program.
For more information visit the CUNY Brightspace Transition Website
Resources
There are different sets of materials for Students and Faculty. Please click to access videos, user guides, and other essential resources to ensure a smooth transition.
FAQ’s
Click for a comprehensive list of general questions and answers designed to facilitate a smooth transition from Blackboard to Brightspace.
First Look
Watch CUNY’s in-depth introduction to Brightspace!
Brightspace Transition Team
Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and Student Success
Associate Director of Online Education
Vice President and Chief Information Officer
Director Of Information Techonology Support Services
Online Teacher/Learn Tech Spec and Adjunct Lecturer, Journalism & Media Studies
Assistant Vice President for Communications and Marketing