Grounded. Together.
Higher ed is in a moment that rewards substance. So are we.
July 13-15, 2026 Hilton Anatole Dallas, Texas
Building Blackboard Together (BbT) isn’t just a user conference
It's where the Blackboard community comes together to shape the future of teaching and learning. And it's where passionate, innovative leaders across higher education and technology collaborate, move the needle, and reinvent what's possible with Blackboard—together.
It starts here. Join us.
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Keynote Speakers
BbT26 opens with one of the most influential scholars of American education on how the system actually works, and why most attempts to change it get absorbed by it. Two of the most forward-looking voices in edtech on whether AI is the platform shift that finally breaks the pattern.
David LabareeSociologist of Education, Stanford Professor Emeritus
Opening Keynote
Know It Before You Mess with It
How the American education system actually works, from one of the most influential scholars of the past three decades.
Matthew PittinskyGuest Speaker; Leading Industry Voice
Fireside Conversation
Learning Management, at Last
Co-founded Blackboard in 1997. Author of The LMS at 30, a two-part series on how AI can change the LMS category.
Lev GonickEnterprise Chief Information Officer, Arizona State University
Fireside Conversation
Learning Management, at Last
Author of The TechEd Revolution, on how technology is moving from supporting teaching to driving learning.
Three Exciting Days
Monday July 13 (Pre-Conference)
DevCon (additional fee)
Strategic Leadership Summit (invite-only)
LAC Summit
Welcome Reception
Tuesday July 14
Opening Keynote: David Labaree
Breakout Sessions
Sponsor Hall
Networking
Charitable Activities
Catalyst Awards
Wednesday July 15
Fireside Chat: Matthew Pittinsky & Lev Gonick
Breakout Sessions
Sponsor Hall
Networking
Charitable Activities
Customer Appreciation Party
Breakfast, lunch, and snack breaks are included on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Agenda is subject to change.
Cut through the hype and get to the how
Explore topics and solutions designed to help you overcome the challenges you face right now, and deep-dive into all of our products and services—Blackboard LMS, Ally, Illuminate, Evaluate, and Institutional Effectiveness—with in-person access to the teams behind them!
More Reasons to AttendAI in Teaching & Learning
96% of instructors say AI in Blackboard saves them time
Accessibility
80% of institutions report being unprepared for the Title II deadline
Assessment, Skills & Outcomes
For the first time, accountability measures tied to federal aid apply to all programs
Personalized Learning
Only 18% of faculty feel very confident creating/modifying accessible digital content
Solutions for Workforces
$580M in Department of Defense cuts will impact training, education & HR modernization
The Blackboard Roadmap
Unlock the value: Only 15% of faculty explore their LMS features regularly
Who should attend
- Academic Leaders
- Accessibility Professionals
- Instructional Designers
- Learning Technologists
- Government Workforce Coordinators
- Learning Administrators
- Assessment Coordinators
Discover more reasons to attend
Why AttendCreatethefuture
Expandyournetwork
Explorewithexperts
Leave BbT knowing:
- How AI is truly impacting our industry and how Blackboard helps keep you in control
- How to deliver personalized, data-informed learning experiences
- How to build foundational and sustainable accessibility practices
- How to simplify assessment and outcomes management and make reporting easier
- How to deliver secure, scalable, and mission-ready learning programs
- What's next for the Blackboard teaching and learning ecosystem
- And so much more
BbT26 pricing
Save by registering early
Early bird pricing ends in:
| Conference pass type | Early Bird February 21 through May 22, 2026 | Regular May 23 through July 3, 2026 | Late Bird* July 4 through July 12, 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Conference + DevCon | $950 | $1,025 | $1,150 |
| Full Conference | $700 | $775 | $900 |
| Full Conference - EdTech Company | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Day Pass | $450 | $450 | $450 |
*No on-site registration
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