What is happening?
All OHS training modules that are currently located in Blackboard (Learn.UQ) will be migrated to Blackboard Essentials and uplifted to the new Blackboard Ultra format. This will provide several opportunities for improvements, including:
- improving the usability of the modules, being housed in a dedicated instance of Blackboard
- will bring the OHS modules into alignment with how existing all-student modules are being delivered, such as Respect at UQ and the Core Cultural modules
- the modules will be housed in Blackboard Ultra courses, providing a modern look and feel in line with the course content students are familiar with
- the project provides the opportunity to ensure all content is up to date and delivered in a reliable, user-friendly format
When will this be happening?
The work will be undertaken throughout 2026 with completion by the end of October, before the Blackboard Original end-of-life in late 2026, as advised by the Blackboard vendor.
Preparatory work and consultation is planned to continue throughout Semester 1, with content migration occurring during Semester 2.
Considerations
The following are points of consideration, and will be updated as new items are discovered throughout the project:
- To ensure accurate reporting of student completion (in order to adhere with QLD legislation), module assessments must be delivered in a native Blackboard format.