Brightspace, by Desire2Learn (D2L), is the primary online Learning Management System (LMS) for Augusta University.
Brightspace LMS is used to distribute course content, such as video and audio lectures, PowerPoint presentations, PDF documents and other course materials, to students to review at their convenience.
Available to:
Enter your valid Augusta University NetID (JagID) and password
Brightspace requires Duo two-factor authentication to log in.
Brightspace Pulse - Students can download the mobile app to view courses on their smartphones.
I cannot see my courses
I can see my course, but can't access it
Courses in Brightspace typically open at 12:00 a.m. on the first day of the semester, some instructors may open theirs up sooner.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Students will continue to have access to their courses in D2L Brightspace for three years after graduating from a program at Augusta University.
D2L Brightspace training and support resources
Instructor-led Training: An Instructional Systems Analyst (ISA) provides training and support for D2L Brightspace and other instructional systems.
Center for Instructional Innovation: Instructional designers assist faculty with implementation of best practices and quality standards in the design and delivery of online and technology-enhanced courses.
I can log into Brightspace, but can't see my course
Instructor enrollments occur through Banner . Once your assignment is turned into Banner you will have access to the course in Brightspace within 17 hours.
When will I be able to view my courses for a future term?
Your courses are available on D2L Brightspace on the first day of the prior term. (For example, your summer 2021 course will be available to you on the first day of the spring 2021 term.)
Can I give Brightspace access to my teaching assistant (TA)?
If an individual’s involvement in a course is not a part of their official teaching effort, you may add them to your course by choosing "add a participant" in the LMS course class list.
Using Echo360 Lecture Capture with D2L Brightspace
Lectures and speeches for your courses can be pre-recorded and integrated into the Brightspace LMS for students to view.
