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Brightspace for Teachers

At the 黑马磁力 (GECDSB), we use (Desire2Learn) as our virtual learning system. This is the main learning platform for all eLearning and hybrid learning courses offered by the GECDSB.

Log in to Brightspace

In this video, we teach you how to log in in the Brightspace platform.

If you're an occasional teacher, watch this video to learn how to log in.

Learn the basics

You can visit our to access dozens of short informative videos and documents to help you get the most out of Brightspace.

Review our Brightspace Semester Quickstart Guide for teachers. This document includes many short videos where you'll learn how to:

  • Access and activate your courses
  • Load content
  • Create discussion boards
  • Add assignments to the course
  • Email your class list
  • And more...

Take a tutorial

Want to learn more about the Brightspace user experience and functionality? Explore our in-depth tutorials that offer detailed description on how to set up specific classes and use the features within the Brightspace learning management system. This is a great resource for teachers and other educators at GECDSB.

Session One: Discovering D2L

Session Two: Creating Content in Brightspace

Session Three: Communicating in Brightspace

Session Four: Assessments in Brightspace

Session Five: Leading Learning in Brightspace for Department Heads and Administrators

Session Six: Teaching Arts in Brightspace

Session Seven: Teaching Math and Science in Brightspace

Session Eight: Teaching Social Sciences in Brightspace

Session Nine: Teaching Business, Coop, Computer Science and Tech in Brightspace

Session Ten: Teaching Physical Education in Brightspace

Session Eleven: Brightspace for Elementary Teachers