In this week’s tips and updates: Using Blackboard Collaborate Ultra and Upcoming eLearning Blitz sessions.

Blackboard Collaborate Ultra

As of October 30, Blackboard Inc. stopped redirecting the old Collaborate tool to the new Collaborate Ultra tool inside Blackboard LMS. If you are using an older version of Collaborate, you may be experiencing error messages when you try connecting with Collaborate Ultra.

Most faculty are already using Collaborate Ultra for their synchronous sessions. However, if you need to switch, watch this video to learn how to disable the older Collaborate.

eLearning Blitz

Check our eLearning Blitz menu for the next session. Sessions take place from 11–11:30 a.m.

  • Wednesday, November 4: Exploring Kaltura’s hot spot video
  • Thursday, November 12: Accessibility for one, accessibility for all!

Past session recordings on key topics are also available for your viewing.


From the eLearning Office