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New Feature Alert! Achievements in Blackboard Ultra

Introduction Blackboard Ultra has recently launched an exciting new feature – Achievements. The Achievements tool allows you to define criteria to issue rewards to the students in the form of digital badges. Students can see which badges they’ve earned, as
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for week commencing Monday 12th May 2025 – Book now!

A reminder of the CPD offering for week commencing Monday 12th May 2025
Reminder – Introduction to Apprenticeships Workshop 12th May 2 – 4pm online – book now!

Book now to ensure you don’t miss out on the Final ‘Introduction to Apprenticeships’ session on 12th May at 2pm.
Countdown to Creativity: 7 Days Until Adobe Education Institute 2025 – Enrol Now!

Join the Adobe Education Institute (AEI) between May 6th-9th 2025. These online sessions are suitable for all Higher Education staff and will focus on Adobe Express.
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Teesside Staff: Become a Certified Adobe Creative Educator (Levels 1–3) for free!
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New Adobe Express Feature – Record Yourself