Accessing Brightspace
- Online go to brightspace.ufv.ca and log in with your UFV account
- Or use the Brightspace Pulse app for mobile access and notifications
Brightspace Dashboard
- Central hub for courses, announcements, and tools
- Navigation bar includes links to media, help, and UFV services
- My Courses shows all courses you are enrolled
Staying Informed
- Check the Announcements section for course updates
- Use the Calendar to track deadlines and quizzes
- Customize your own notifications and profile settings via your avatar
Navigating a Course Page
- View and dismiss the Welcome message
- Use the top Course banner to access key tools:
- Content – lecture notes, readings, videos
- Activities – assignments, quizzes
- Feedback – grades and progress
- Tools – media links and resources
Finding Assignments
- Go to Activities > Assignments
- Click assignment title for instructions and upload options
- Attach files and submit before the due date
Engaging with your Course
- Participate in Discussions to share ideas
- Review grades and feedback under Feedback
- Stay connected with classmates and instructors
Submitting Assignments
- Upload files by dragging or clicking Add a File
- Use the Comments box to add notes for your instructor
- Click Submit to finish—confirmation and email receipt will follow
- Check Submission History to confirm upload
Viewing Grades & Feedback
- Go to Grades under Feedback in the course menu
- See scores, total points, and instructor comments
- Click items for detailed feedback or annotations
- Use the Progress Tracker (if available) to view overall standing
Notifications & Calendar
- Set up alerts via your profile avatar → Notifications
- Choose email, mobile push, or both
- Enable updates for assignments, grades, discussions, and more
- Use the Calendar to view deadlines across all courses
- Click items for details; color-coded by course
Discussions
- Go to Activities > Discussions or find them in Content
- Click a topic to read instructions and Start a New Thread
- Add a subject, message, and optional files, then post
- Reply to others respectfully and stay on topic
- Notifications alert you to replies
Quizzes & Tests
- Go to Activities > Quizzes
- Review instructions, time limits, and attempts
- Click Start Quiz when ready
- Answers auto-save—review before submitting
- Submit and confirm; results may appear immediately or later
- Review feedback if provided