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Instructional Design & Learning Technologies (IDLT) Updates
Posted April 08, 2026
by IDLT
IDLT has been hard at work supporting faculty through the transition to Blackboard Ultra and promoting accessible course design. Here’s a summary of current initiatives and available resources.
Blackboard Ultra Resources
KB Articles & Guidance
We’ve launched a comprehensive Ultra Transition Guide and Feature Comparison article in the ITS Knowledge Base covering what’s changing in Ultra, what stays the same, and how to get started. This article, and oth...
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Webinar Recording: From Checklists to Check-ins — Accessibility, AI, and Human Judgment in EdTech
Posted April 08, 2026
by IDLT
Accessibility is most effective when technology and human insight work together. This engaging panel discussion explores how AI-driven tools are reshaping accessibility in higher education while highlighting the continued importance of reflection, ethical decision-making, and human judgment in course design.
IDLT highly recommends this webinar, as it offers practical ideas and timely strategies that connect directly to the accessibility and course improvement work many faculty ar...
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