Learn Ultra

Summary

Learn Ultra is the VLE used to support teaching in modules for on-campus programmes and most non-York Online distance programmes.

HYMS Learn Ultra for the Hull York Medical School is accessed via a different URL, but runs on the same system.

What Ultra can do

A module Ultra site can:

• contain various types of module materials: files, videos, quizzes and more.
• offer a range of formative and summative assessment methods.
• support online discussions and other communication methods.
• manage groupwork and group assessment.
• facilitate synchronous and asynchronous online and blended learning.

Key Ultra guides

• Essentials

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  • VLE site design principles
  • Prepare sites for teaching

• Introduction to Ultra

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  • Navigate Ultra sites
  • Personalise your site

• Organise & build content

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  • Folders & Learning Modules
  • Documents (pages)

• Communication & interaction

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  • Announcements
  • Discussions
  • Manage your notifications

To find other Ultra guides:

• explore our guide topics in the navigation menu
• search for specific content with the search box (top right)
• browse the Site index to see all guides listed by topic tags

Blog: Ultra

Our DET Blog: Learn Ultra covers Ultra-specific in-depth news items, research news and time-sensitive updates (also embedded below).