Brightspace D2L is a Learning Management System (LMS) platform that allows students to access their HACC courses online. Each professor’s approach to remotely managing their courses will be different, but they will all be using the same platform and tools. The following is a list of resources to help you navigate your courses on D2L.
Brightspace D2L has a number of tools that you will use to access course materials, communicate with others, take quizzes, upload assignments, and check your grades. These videos will give you a look at some of the basic functions within D2L.
The Content tool in D2L is a place where you will access the course materials your instructor has selected for the class. This area will include content such as articles, text, videos, images, PowerPoints, and more. Check out the video below to see how to view the content areas within your D2L course.
In many of your courses, you will be engaging with other students through discussion boards within D2L. Your instructor will usually pose a question, explain a concept, or have you discuss new ideas with the other students in the class. The video below gives an overview of how to use discussion boards to make a post in D2L.
Just like in face-to-face classes, you’ll need to take quizzes in your remote courses to show your understanding of the material you’ve learned. D2L has a quiz tool built right in, so you’ll be able to take the quiz and see your results immediately when you’re finished. Check out this video to see how to access and take quizzes within D2L.
Most remote courses will require you to submit larger assignments such as essays or projects. This can be done within D2L using the Assignments/Dropbox tool. Watch the video below for instructions on how to use the tool to submit your assignments to your instructor.
The grades you earn in your courses are updated regularly and you can access them any time through D2L’s grades tool. Checking your grades often is a great way to monitor your progress in the course, and will help you stay on the right track to successfully passing the class. Oftentimes, your instructor will include comments and feedback for each assignment, which can also be useful in understanding both your strengths and areas of need.
It’s important to stay on top of all of your coursework and assignments in a timely fashion. For that reason, D2L has a tool that allows you to monitor your progress through each class you take to help you keep track of everything you’ve completed, due dates, and information on upcoming assignments. Watch the video below to get an overview of the class progress tool in D2L.
