This guide contains a curated list of videos and support documents from D2L.
Be aware that the layout of Geneseo's instance of Brightspace may differ from what is indicated in those resources.
The concepts will, however, remain the same.
Table of Contents
Visit this handy system checker from the browser you will be accessing Brightspace from to help ensure compatibility with Brightspace.
You can access Geneseo's instance of Brightspace from brightspace.geneseo.edu
Use your full Geneseo username and password to login.
Need help with your username or password? Contact the CIT HelpDesk at helpdesk@geneseo.edu or call 585-245-5588 during business hours.
Please contact your instructor for questions about the content of the course.
Email Geneseo's Instructional Design Team at brightspace@geneseo.edu
A member of our team will respond to the Jira Request created as soon as possible; please, be aware that members of our team are generally available 7:30AM-4PM M-F
Click on links below to view the video for each topic.
Navigating Brightspace
Accessing Course Content
Submitting an Assignment
Taking a Quiz or Exam
Participate in Discussions
Using the Calendar and Tasks
View Grades and Instructor Feedback
You may also see the full Brightspace Video Playlist for Learners here.
When in doubt, check the "Content" tab in the NavBar; most faculty will have their content organized into modules accessible from this area
Notifications can (and should!) be enabled from your profile- accessed by clicking on your name in the upper right hand corner in Brightspace. For more information, visit our guide to Managing Brightspace Notifications .
To explore guides created by D2L, visit the Brightspace Help Site. Note that you will need to create an account to access content within the Brightspace Community.
Ask CIT! Email us or submit a request and we'll be happy to assist you.