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Empower Your Learning with Brightspace!

Get ready to enhance your learning experience with Brightspace, UTRGV's Learning Management System (LMS). Brightspace offers a user-friendly platform that can help you:

  • Stay organized:  Access course materials, assignments, and announcements in one place.
  • Collaborate with peers:  Participate in discussions, group projects, and peer reviews.
  • Track your progress:  Monitor your grades and deadlines.

Want to learn more? Review the Brightspace training sessions listed below. Training sessions will be delivered in-person and online. These sessions will give you the tools and knowledge to succeed in your courses.

Brightspace Launch Pad: Your Guide to Navigation

Estimated Time: 30 minutes

Description:  This orientation session  provides students   with  an introduction to Brightspace . The session offers an overview of the platform and highlights its key benefits for enhancing your learning experience. Participants will learn to navigate the Brightspace homepage, access courses, and effectively explore course-specific tools.

Upcoming Brightspace Launch Pad Orientation Sessions
Date Time Brownsville Campus Edinburg Campus
Mar. 5 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM Online Online
Mar. 12 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM Online Online
Mar. 19 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM Online Online
Mar. 26 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM Online Online
Apr. 9  3:00 PM - 3:30 PM Online Online
Apr. 23 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM Online Online
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956-665-5327

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8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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