Brightspace by D2L
Brightspace is a learning management system; a password-protected, online course delivery option that adds special components to your class, such as:
- Online discussions
- Online quizzes/surveys
- Online assignment submissions
- Student grades
- Links to web resources
Brightspace is used for online, remote, and in-person based courses.
The Faculty Help Desk for instructor support is available weekdays from 8am to 12pm and 1pm to 5pm, except on holidays.
Curious about Brightspace?
Watch this video tutorial that will show you what you can do in Brightspace.
Getting Started with Brightspace
If you want to get started on your own, here’s what you can do:
- Request a Brightspace practice shell, email dlhelp@pcc.edu with your name, PCC email, and anything specific about the course shell.
- Have questions? Call the Faculty Help Desk or Contact an Instructional Technology Specialist
Training
- Register for an upcoming live training
- Contact an ITS to schedule a one-on-one session
- Recorded Workshops
Tutorials
- Brightspace Video Playlist – D2L Community sign-in required to view
- Collection of Brightspace Tutorials – PCC Online Learning
- Most popular Brightspace Guides for Instructor
- Most popular Brightspace Guides for Student
Course setup requests
- Request for training, development, revision, and takeover forms – For a fully online class. This form must be completed by the division dean or department chair
- Request for Crosslisting courses – PCC sign-in required to access – For merging multiple CRNs into a one-course offering
Brightspace Apps
- Brightspace Pulse App – A mobile app that helps you keep track of important updates for all your D2L classes.