What is Brightspace?

Brightspace is an online learning platform where you can access course materials, get feedback, upload assignments, check grades, and join online classes. It may be used as a primary point of contact for online classes or as a supplement to traditional classroom lectures. All work is stored and accessible from home or on campus. 
 
Students can use Brightspace to: 

• Access links to online classes via Kaltura
• Download class notes
• Upload assignments
• Check coursework grades
• Take online quizzes and exams
• Chat or email instructors and classmates
• Check your schedule and due dates 
   

Brightspace is customizable, allowing students to tailor their experience. All work is stored and accessible from home or on campus. 

Students can also access Brightspace on their mobile device by downloading the Brightspace Pulse app from the App Store or Google Play.

Remember: 

• Brightspace is for current classes
• myOkanagan is for registering for new classes
   

Login Info: 

• Use student OC email (firstname.lastname@myOkanagan.bc.ca). 
   

Brightspace Orientation Course

This self-paced modular course will provide a brief orientation to Brightspace at Okanagan College. It will explore the key features and tools that will empower students on their educational journey. 

The Brightspace Orientation Course can be found at this link: Brightspace Orientation for Students

At the completion of the orientation, students should be able to: 

• Login to Brightspace
• Navigate your Brightspace dashboard
• Access and understand the grade report
• Edit your Brightspace profile
• Submit a Brightspace assignment
• Take a Brightspace quiz/exam 

For technical support, contact the IT Help Desk at support@okanagan.bc.ca.