How the University of Groningen Are Enhancing Their Digital Learning Experience With Brightspace

The University of Groningen transitioned from Blackboard to Brightspace to create a more intuitive, student-centred, and mobile-friendly learning environment. This session outlines the university’s decision-making process, guided by priorities of usability, pedagogical alignment, and a strong partnership with an educationally focused partner. Brightspace now supports thousands of digital assessments and offers a unified, visually engaging portal for learning, communication, and career development. Gain insights into how The University of Groningen’s focus on user experience and long-term educational value shaped a successful LMS transition that is helping enhance teaching and learning across the institution.