Frequently asked questions
The contract with Blackboard can be extended by UU until the end of 2025 at the latest. Due to laws and regulations, we are obliged to tender contracts from a certain value onwards. In addition, there is a need within UU to take the next step in terms of LMS in terms of functionalities and user-friendliness, among other things.
Some of the students will experience the new LMS for the first time during the partial implementation in academic year 2024-2025. The majority of students will start using the new LMS at the beginning of the 2025-2026 academic year.
The options for this are currently being explored. Should access to Backboard cease in the future, this will be communicated well in advance and explanations will be given on how to save important course material or reference material yourself.