Brightspace Training

Brightspace training is now available for all SUNY Oswego faculty and support staff through the SUNY Center for Professional Development (CPD). 

Employee Training

SUNY Center for Professional Development Training

Formal training is being offered by the SUNY Center for Professional Development (SUNY CPD). Different training paths are available depending on an individual’s overall experience using a learning management system.  To determine your path, take the training path self-assessment, then register for a training through SUNY CPD.  Multiple modalities are available (synchronous, asynchronous, scaled webinars).

The SUNY CPD is also offering Fireside Chats. These sessions showcase Brightspace tools and features.  Visit the Fireside Chats website to see upcoming sessions, past recordings, and registration information. 

The SUNY CPD has integrated an asynchronous course inside Brightspace that faculty can access.  It is called “SUNY DLE Brightspace Fundamentals Asynchronous Modules” and is listed under the “CPD Pilot Semester” tab of “My Courses.”

SUNY Oswego Training

SUNY Oswego will supplement the SUNY CPD formal training with CELT-sponsored spring breakout sessions with pilot faculty in May/June, office hours starting June 7, group sessions starting in June, and basic workshops later in July/August for new faculty and adjuncts. 

Office Hours

Office hours will be available according to the following schedule.  These hours are dedicated to supporting faculty with any questions or issues they may have using Brightspace. No appointments are necessary.  Just click on the Zoom link below to join. 

August 2 -19:

• Mondays: 10:00 am - 11:30 am; 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
• Tuesdays:  8:00 am - 9:30 am; 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
• Wednesdays:  9:00 am - 10:30 am; 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
• Thursdays:  8:00 am - 9:30 am; 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
• Fridays:  8:00 am - 9:30 am; 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Fall 2022 semester (Aug. 22 - Dec. 2):

• Mondays:  1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
• Tuesdays:  8:00 am - 10:00 am
• Wednesdays: 9:00 am - 11:00 am
• Thursdays:  2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Fridays:  10:00 am - 12:00 noon

Join using Zoom

Migration and Munchies 

These informal, in-person get-togethers will be held in Penfield Library, room 215.  Faculty can work individually or in small groups getting their courses set up in Brightspace. Members of the DLE support team will be on hand to assist. Bring your laptop or borrow one from the library. Food will be provided.

August 2 - 18:

• Tuesdays: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Aug. 16 session will be held in Penfield 111
• Wednesdays: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Thursdays: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Migration and Munchies will not be held during the fall semester.  Please see the information above regarding Zoom office hours.

Basic Workshops

These sessions will be for new faculty and adjuncts who may not have an opportunity to attend formal training.  More information will be provided in June.

Past Spring Break Out Sessions: 

The following workshops were offered as part of the CELT-sponsored Spring Breakout. Click on the links below for recordings of the sessions.

Tuesday, May 24

Student Training

Students can become more familiar with Brightspace with the following materials:

• Brightspace navigation video
• Brightspace learner website