Support and information for our move from Moodle to Brightspace at Okanagan College.

Articles (10)

Brightspace Sandboxes: Getting Started

This article introduces educators to Brightspace at Okanagan College, including how to log in, access a sandbox course, navigate the homepage, find key training resources, and begin adding course content. It also points educators to workshops, project updates, FAQs, and support contacts for help getting started.

Changing The Course and Unit Images in Brightspace

This tutorial shows how to update a course image and customize images for individual units. It includes selecting or uploading images, adding alternative text for accessibility, and saving changes so course and unit visuals are clear and engaging.

Copy an Existing Course in Brightspace

This page outlines the basic steps you can follow to start the term by copying an exisitng course in Brightspace to another course shell.

Create a Brightspace Page Using a Content Template

This tutorial shows how to create and customize a Brightspace page using a template, including adding content, images, headings, and icons for a clear, consistent layout.

Create a Welcome Video in Brightspace

This guide walks educators through creating a personalized course welcome video, adding captions, organizing introductory course content, and customizing page banners to create a more engaging and accessible learning experience for students.

Creating Question Pools in Brightspace Quizzes

This article explains how to create question pools in Brightspace quizzes, allowing instructors to randomly select a set number of questions from a larger question library. Using question pools helps provide each student with a different version of a quiz while maintaining consistent grading and improving quiz integrity.

Getting Started with Lumi in Brightspace

Using generative AI in Brightspace with Lumi to quickly create quizzes, discussions, assignments, unit content, and summaries.

Moodle to Brightspace Crosswalk: How Your Tools Migrate and What to Expect

As we move to Brightspace at Okanagan College, the crosswalk offers a helpful guide to understand how Moodle content and functionality carry over and where adjustments may be needed.

Move Your Course from Moodle to Brightspace (Self-Service Guide)

This guide shows educators how to move a course from Moodle to Brightspace. It walks through creating a Moodle backup, uploading it into a Brightspace course shell, and reviewing the imported content to ensure everything is ready for use.

Record Your Screen and Camera in Brightspace with Kaltura

Learn how to record your camera, screen, and audio directly within Brightspace using Kaltura Express Capture. This guide walks through creating a recording, embedding it into course content, and adjusting playback settings for presentations or video assignments.