Converting to Blackboard Ultra
Blackboard Ultra is the next generation learning management system experience designed
to make teaching simpler, more consistent, and more engaging for both faculty and
students. Built on the same Blackboard platform you already use, Ultra features a
cleaner interface, streamlined course design, and improved tools for communication,
grading, and accessibility—without requiring advanced technical skills.
The transition to Ultra will take place in phases:
- Selected Spring 2026 Session 2 courses will under go a bulk conversion.
- All Summer 2026 courses will be bulk converted to Ultra.
- All Fall 2026 course will be course copied by the instructor to Ultra.
This phased approach allows faculty time to learn about the new environment, participate
in training and support opportunities, and prepare their courses confidently before
full implementation.
Blackboard Original and Ultra Terminology
Converting to Ultra
What is an Exception Report?
If the system encounters problems with a content copy, an error report appears at
the top of the Course Content page.
- Select View Exceptions to learn more about why the content failed to copy. On the Exceptions Report, review exceptions by category.
- Select a category to access a list of items that weren’t copied and a brief explanation. For some
exceptions, you may need to manually create this item in your new course. For example,
Wikis are not converted from Original to Ultra. And a few test question types do not
exist yet in Ultra.
- Review the Exception Report. If needed, request to work with an instructional designer or technician to help
you understand the Exception Report and options to remediate.
Get Started with Ultra