Using the Gradebook in a Blackboard Ultra Course (Faculty)

Summary

One of the major changes between Blackboard Original and Blackboard Ultra is the Gradebook, replacing the Grade Center. This tool has become more robust, with more features for grading and tracking progress. In August 2026, additional elements of the Gradebook in Ultra have been updated, and new resources were developed to support faculty on how to use this area of their course. This article provides access to training and information on the Gradebook in Blackboard Ultra for faculty usage.

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Overview

One of the major changes between Blackboard Original and Blackboard Ultra is the Gradebook, replacing the Grade Center. This tool has become more robust, with more features for grading and tracking progress. In August 2026, additional elements of the Gradebook in Ultra have been updated, and new resources were developed to support faculty on how to use this area of their course. This article provides access to training and information on the Gradebook in Blackboard Ultra for faculty usage.

Audience

University Employees

Information

Click here to access the Gradebook Grid View Resources Hub, which contains videos on how to set up, manage, and use the Gradebook for grading in Blackboard Ultra courses.

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Article ID: 172584

Created

Wed 8/19/26 12:16 PM

Modified

Wed 8/19/26 12:19 PM

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