Learning Technologies 2017 Welcome to BfC! Learning Technologies 2017

What is BfC? Brightspace is the set of online learning tools used at Saskatchewan Polytechnic. As of this fall, BFC or Brightspace for Classroom course shells were automatically created for all Sask Polytech courses, whether they are fully online or face-to-face delivery. This includes all ABE, certificate, diploma, degree and apprenticeship programs. This excludes CAMP, WORK, COOP, FAID, and PRAC courses (which can created by sending an email request to HelpDesk with the subject line as Attention: Lt Support). Becoming familiar with and using a BfC course shell is a great way to increase accessibility for students.

What can I do with a BfC shell? Instructors are now free to use the many Brightspace blended learning tools to enhance their face-to-face teaching, develop and manage curriculum materials, load course content and create backups. Welcome messages, contact information, news items, important dates  Add, edit and organize course content and post outlines/syllabus  Set up and deliver grades, rubrics, quizzes, assignment drop boxes and discussion moderation  Create activities, add resources, and utilize rich media such as video and net based services

What will I need to know? Some common start-up tasks include: Instructor Logon Access Initial Setup for a Brightspace for Classrooms Course Section Welcome Message News Items Calendar Add a PowerPoint Presentation  Add Content

How do I get to my BfC Course? Your logon or access to the new mySaskPolytech.ca portal provides you with a list of your BfC courses. BfC online resource: http://bit.ly/2fImcQE

How do I setup for a BfC section? When instructors have no content and they want to begin creating content and activities for their students, they can use the Brightspace Import/Export/Copy tool. BfC online resource: http://bit.ly/SP_BfC_Setup

How do I create a course welcome message? A standard generic welcome message is placed under the News widget in BfC shells. You can edit the news item to create a custom welcome message. BfC online resource: http://bit.ly/SP_Welcome_Widget

How do I create a news item? Similar to a bulletin board, the News tool allows you to post notices on the first page of your course. You can deliver updates, reminders, important notices, and even kudos to students. BfC online resource: bit.ly/SP_D2L_NEWS

How do I setup my course calendar? The Calendar tool allows you to arrange and visualize your course events in multiple views. Once a student is enrolled in a course, its events are automatically added to the student's Calendar tool. BfC online resource: bit.ly/SP_D2L_CAL

How do I add a PowerPoint presentation? PowerPoint presentations can be viewed online or downloaded by students. There are several ways to upload a PowerPoint file, including Drag and Drop. (Note: Try updating your browser if this method does not work.) BfC online resource: http://bit.ly/SP_D2L_Add_PPT

How do I add content? The link to course content is available in your course navbar. It is the primary location where learners will interact with your course. From this area you can create, add or edit content and link to course tools. BfC online resource: http://bit.ly/SP_D2L_CONTENT

Where can I get more information about BfC? Your local trainers will be available to assist you and your team. Resources include: Self-help 24/7 Online Resources (bit.ly/SPLTT) BfC mini course (http://bit.ly/SP_BfC_Mini BfC Group Training at each campus (http://bit.ly/2pgSCWk) Brightspace (D2L) webinars and archives (https://www.d2l.com/resources/webinars/) Contact your local Learning Technology Trainer (http://bit.ly/LTTrainers)