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Did you miss the PIE Webinar today?
No problem! We'll be sharing a link to the recording on Community as soon as it's available. All registrants will receive an email with the recording and resources.
We thank all to those who were able to join us today!
Check out our PIE articles in the meantime:
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Let's talk PIEs! Assignment & Quizzes Edition 📝
👉 Less than ONE WEEK left to register for a live conversation with our Product Managers!
If you’re curious about the latest Assignments and Quizzes updates (like Print a Quiz, Bulk Retract, and more) or want to help shape what’s coming next, this is your chance to join the conversation.
We’d love to hear your questions, ideas, and feedback! Just head to the post below and drop your thoughts in.
Have a colleague who might be interested? Share the event page and encourage them to register. We're looking forward to connecting with you! 👋
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Gentle reminder This PIE event is happening until 2:00pm EDT
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PIE Is Reheated—Let’s Get You Fully Connected! 🥧
Hi there!
We’ve been busy behind the scenes making sure everyone can access the Product Idea Exchange (PIE)—and now it’s ready for you to dig in!
If you’re seeing an error like “Quicklink unavailable,” don’t worry—we’ve got you covered. Just follow these quick steps to get connected:
✅ Step 1: Update Your Community Profile
This helps us make sure everything’s set up correctly on your end.
👉 Step 2: Select the PIE Quick Link
That’s it! If you’ve already completed these steps and still can’t connect, feel free to reply here or reach out to questions@community.d2l.com
Thanks for being part of our community. We can’t wait to see your ideas in PIE!
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🚀 D2L Academy Challenge: That’s a Wrap!
The D2L Academy Challenge wrapped up on August 22nd, and what an incredible journey it has been! Over the past month, our community showed what continuous learning and shared exploration are all about.
🌟 Challenge Highlights
- 350+ Users completed some of the 12 badged courses in the D2L Academy
- 5 Users completed all 12 badges within 10 days of the Challenge Launch
- 100+ new users accessed the D2L Academy through the Advocacy Group.
- 50+ unique course insights reported by participants.
- 50+ users shared feedback to help us continue evolving the D2L Academy experience.
- 40+ users amplified their learning by sharing Academy resources with their peers.
Together, we’ve proven the power of curiosity, collaboration, and continuous growth.
💡 What You Said
Here’s a snapshot of the inspiring feedback we received:
- “The Learning Through Story course definitely caught my attention. This idea is something I've always wanted to learn more about, and I’ve heard it helps students really retain and transfer their learning.”
- “I’ve looked through the Creator+ topic before and really enjoyed it for learning how to use Creator+ for different tools.”
- “As an LMS superadmin, I appreciate these Brightspace tutorial videos because they are short, clear, and highly practical.”
Your insights are helping shape the future of the D2L Academy.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Every participant in the challenge has earned the D2L Academy Explorer Badge which will be awarded by September 10th, 2025.
🎁 D2L Champions Program Points Breakdown:
- 50 Champions points for scanning QR code/clicking link
- 100 Champions points for accessing a course and sharing a picture
- 100 Champion points for sharing on Social
- 250 Champions points for sharing feedback with us
And our early bird organizations raced to complete all badged courses, unlocking exclusive rewards:
- 🥇First place: A brand-new HTML Template with a Course Blueprint from Learning Services.
- 🥈Second place: A seat in the Instructor Certificate Program.
The winners have been contacted and will be announced shortly!
✨ Keep the Momentum Going
Even though the challenge has ended, your Academy journey is just beginning:
- Co-Create with Us: Share your expertise and collaborate on new learning resources for the Academy. This contribution earns 5,000 Champions points!👉Co-Create a Spotlight Resource
- Stay Engaged: Connect with the Community Team to showcase how you use Brightspace to enhance learning experiences.
🎉 What’s Next?
The D2L Academy Challenge may be over, but the spirit of exploration continues. Keep earning badges, building expertise, and sharing knowledge with your peers.
Your D2L Academy Explorer Badge is just the beginning—let’s keep learning and growing together.
- 350+ Users completed some of the 12 badged courses in the D2L Academy
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