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Sage Vantage is an LTI 1.3–integrated publisher platform available in Blackboard that provides interactive e-textbooks, auto-graded assignments, multimedia learning activities, and grade passback. Faculty can use Sage Vantage through single sign-on and deep linking from their course content. For setup and troubleshooting, faculty should follow the Sage deep-linking guide and contact Sage Technical Support as needed.

CCRI has completed the migration from the legacy Cengage Building Block (B2) tool to the new Cengage LTI 1.3 Advantage integration in Blackboard, in response to Blackboard's mandatory B2 deprecation by June 2025. This updated integration offers enhanced security, improved grade syncing, and a more reliable connection between Cengage content and Blackboard. Faculty teaching Summer 2025 and beyond must now use the Cengage Content LTI 1.3 tool under the Build Content menu to deploy new links.

Faculty can now easily link or embed research guides from the CCRI Library’s LibGuides system directly in their Blackboard courses.

CCRI has launched a new integration with OpenStax Assignable, allowing instructors to link OpenStax textbook content, practice questions, and assignments directly in Blackboard. This tool supports grade syncing and assignment creation within supported OpenStax textbooks. This article provides an overview, setup instructions, and key resources to help faculty get started.

Overview of CCRI’s review process for third-party Blackboard tools to ensure instructional value, security, and compliance.

Microsoft Loop introduces innovative ways to integrate loop components—such as notes, agendas, tasks, and tables—directly into Outlook emails. This integration enhances collaboration and productivity by allowing staff, faculty, and students to embed structured content within their email communications seamlessly. This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to utilize loop components effectively in Outlook emails using Microsoft Loop.