Bright Ideas: Customer Enablement Webinars for K12
Save your seat for our “Bright Ideas” 💡 Webinar Series. Each webinar is 30 minutes followed by 15 minutes of Q&A and networking. Take a deep dive with our Customer Enablement team into Brightspace tips and tricks for better digital learning experiences!
**Join us on the following Tuesdays at 4:00pm EST by registering HERE**
- Tips and Tricks for Summer School with Brightspace (July 15, 2025)
- Rollover Best Practice (Aug 19, 2025)
- Getting Started with Brightspace (Sept 16, 2025)
- Teaching in a Blended Environment (Oct 21, 2025)
- Accessibility in Brightspace (Nov 18, 2025)
- Creating Meaningful Feedback (Dec 16, 2025)
- Social Emotional Learning (Jan 20, 2026)
- Brightspace for Parents and Guardians (Feb 17, 2026)
Getting Started with Brightspace
Last Session: Getting Started with Brightspace for K12 (Sept 2024)
Upcoming Session:
https://community.d2l.com/brightspace/events/574
(Sept 2025)
Audience: Ideal for teachers new to Brightspace
Join this webinar to learn how to effectively navigate and utilize Brightspace for your classroom. We will review key features such as setting up your first course, organizing materials, and engaging students. Perfect for teachers new to Brightspace, this session will equip you with the essential tools and tips needed to enhance your teaching experience.
Teaching in a Blended Environment
Last Session: Teaching in a Blended Environment (Oct 2024)
Upcoming Session:
https://community.d2l.com/brightspace/events/575
(Oct 2025)
Audience: Ideal for teachers and administrators
Join this webinar to learn how to effectively integrate online and face-to-face instruction. Learn strategies for creating a cohesive learning experience, balancing digital and in-person activities, and engaging students across both formats. Perfect for K-12 educators looking to enhance their teaching methods and adapt to blended learning environments.
Holiday Activities in Brightspace
Last Session: Holiday Activities in Brightspace (Nov 2024)
Upcoming Session: TBD
Audience: Ideal for teachers and administrators
Join this webinar to discover creative ways to bring festive cheer into your online classroom. Learn how to design and implement engaging holiday-themed activities, from interactive assignments to festive discussions, all within Brightspace. Perfect for K-12 educators looking to make the holidays special while maintaining educational goals. This session will provide you with practical tips and inspiring ideas.
Creating Meaningful Feedback in Brightspace
Last Session: Creating Meaningful Feedback in Brightspace (Dec 2024)
Upcoming Session:
https://community.d2l.com/brightspace/events/577
(Dec 2025)
Audience: Ideal for teachers and administrators
Join this webinar to learn how to provide impactful and constructive feedback that enhances student learning. Explore strategies for crafting clear, actionable comments while utilizing Brightspace's feedback tools effectively. Ideal for K-12 educators looking to improve their feedback practices and foster student growth through personalized responses.
Reaching Every Learner: Accessibility in Brightspace
Last Session: Reaching Every Learner: Accessibility in Brightspace (Jan 2025)
Upcoming Session:
https://community.d2l.com/brightspace/events/576
(Nov 2025)
Audience: Ideal for teachers and administrators
Join this webinar to learn how to make your digital classroom inclusive for all students. Explore practical strategies for ensuring your course materials, activities, and assessments are accessible to learners with diverse needs. Perfect for K-12 educators interested in creating an equitable learning environment. This session will help you enhance your accessibility practices.
Brightspace for Social Emotional Learning
Last Session: Brightspace for Social Emotional Learning (Feb 2025)
Upcoming Session:
https://community.d2l.com/brightspace/events/578
(Jan 2026)
Audience: Ideal for teachers and administrators
Join this webinar to discover how to use Brightspace to support and enhance social-emotional skills in your classroom. Learn how to integrate SEL activities, track student well-being, and create a supportive online environment that fosters emotional growth and resilience. Ideal for K-12 educators looking to incorporate SEL into their digital teaching practices.
The Power of Portfolio
Last Session: The Power of Portfolio (March 2025)
Upcoming Session: TBD
Audience: Ideal for teachers new to Brightspace
Join this webinar to explore how to set up your Class Portfolio in Brightspace and align content to standards for effective tracking and assessment. Learn how to support students in documenting and reflecting on their own learning, fostering deeper engagement and ownership. We will also cover how to use the Portfolio to strengthen the Home to School connection, keeping parents and guardians informed through Brightspace. This session will provide practical tips and strategies to maximize the impact of Portfolio in your classroom.
Personalized Learning Paths
Last Session: Personalized Learning Paths (April 2025)
Upcoming Session: TBD
Audience: Ideal for teachers and administrators
In this webinar, discover how to empower students with choice and voice over their learning using Checklists in Brightspace. Learn how to leverage Release Conditions to deliver personalized content, ensuring the right students receive the right material at the right time. We'll explore strategies for reaching every learner, keeping them engaged and motivated throughout their educational journey. Join us to uncover the tools and techniques that will enhance student engagement and support individualized learning experiences.
Evaluation in Brightspace
Last Session: Evaluation in Brightspace (May 2025)
Upcoming Session: TBD
Audience: Ideal for teachers and administrators
Join this webinar to explore the powerful Gradebook and Mastery View features in Brightspace, designed to enhance student evaluation. Learn about key tools that will help you assess student progress effectively, providing a comprehensive view of their performance. We’ll also share valuable tips to streamline your evaluation process, saving you time while ensuring accuracy. Don’t miss this opportunity to improve your grading practices and better support your students’ success.
Year-End Activities in Brightspace
Last Session: Year-End Activities in Brightspace (June 2025)
Upcoming Session: TBD
Audience: Ideal for teachers and administrators
Join this webinar to discover creative ways to design and implement year-end themed activities in Brightspace that will engage and inspire your students. We’ll share ideas to enhance your virtual classroom, bringing excitement and fun to the final stretch of the year. Learn practical tips for making the year-end memorable while still achieving your educational goals. Seize the opportunity to create a meaningful and impactful conclusion to your students’ learning journey.
Tips and Tricks for Summer School with Brightspace
Last Session: NEW SESSION
Upcoming Session: 💡 Bright Ideas: Brightspace Adoption Webinar Series for K-12 - Tips and Tricks for Summer School with Brightspace — Brightspace (July 2025)
Audience: Ideal for teachers and administrators
Join this webinar for valuable tips and tricks to make the most of Summer School with Brightspace, whether you're teaching in-person, virtually, or asynchronously. Learn effective strategies to engage students and keep them motivated and present throughout the summer session. We’ll show you how to track student progress and provide the support needed to ensure credit achievement. You'll leave this session with practical insights to help you create a successful and productive summer learning experience.
Rollover Best Practice
Last Session: NEW SESSION
Upcoming Session: 💡 Bright Ideas: Brightspace Adoption Webinar Series for K-12 - Rollover Best Practice — Brightspace (Aug 2025)
Audience: Ideal for teachers and administrators
In this webinar, learn best practices for smoothly transitioning your Brightspace course from one school year to the next with practical tips and insights. Discover how to use reporting tools to evaluate how your content performed with students and make data-driven improvements. We’ll share strategies to simplify your workflows, saving you valuable time as you prepare for the upcoming year. Join us for a session packed with actionable advice to streamline your course rollover and enhance your teaching efficiency.
Brightspace for Parents and Guardians
Last Session: NEW SESSION
Upcoming Session:
https://community.d2l.com/brightspace/events/579
(Feb 2026)
Audience: Ideal for teachers and administrators
Curious about how Brightspace supports communication between teachers and families? Join this session to explore the Brightspace for Parents and Guardians tool from both the teacher and parent perspectives. You’ll learn how to keep families informed about student progress, upcoming activities, and classroom updates. Whether you're new to the tool or looking to make the most of it, this webinar will highlight key features and workflows that help foster stronger school-to-home connections. Plus, we’ll give you a first look at exciting new updates coming to the tool. These updates are designed to make the experience even more seamless and supportive for everyone involved.