The Blackboard Catalyst Awards honors those who push the boundaries of their educational programs and technology in order to deliver innovative and effective learning experiences in the following six categories.
The 2012 submission process is now over. If you are interested in learning more about the 2013 program, please fill out this form via the following link and we will contact you when the details become available: 2013 Catalyst Awards.
Exemplary Course
This award recognizes course creators whose courses demonstrate best practices in four major areas: Course Design, Interaction & Collaboration, Assessment and Learner Support.
Community Collaboration
This award recognizes those who share advice, insight, and best practices with others as they approach key challenges and opportunities in e-learning.
Communications Strategy
This award honors those who use one or more Blackboard tools to support teaching and learning or campus engagement with innovative communications strategies.
Innovative Development
This award recognizes those who give back to the community by sharing their development expertise with others. Past recipients have had meaningful contributions to the Blackboard Developers Community...
Mobile Innovation
These awards honor those who have embraced the use of mobile technology to positively impact the educational experience at their institution.
Staff Development
This award honors those who use Blackboard solutions to support and enhance faculty and staff development skills that provide a better learning experience for students and faculty themselves.