Blackboard Learning System News
Blackboard and WebCT Join Forces
Benefiting customers around the globe, Blackboard and WebCT have recently joined together to form a single provider of educational software and services. The new company, which has continued under the Blackboard name, creates top rated e-learning solutions that are now seamlessly integrated with MediaBlend’s Go Sign Me Up online registration software.
"This merger makes tremendous sense for our clients, shareholders and employees. It marks an unparalleled opportunity for two successful, mission-driven organizations to unify with a singular focus on being the premier partner and platform for educators on a global basis," said Michael Chasen, Blackboard President and Chief Executive Officer. "Together with our clients, we have one of those rare and special opportunities to truly improve the access, quality and efficiency of education on a global scale."
The merger of Blackboard and WebCT is a major step for the world of educational content creation. Both companies have been leaders in their field, and together they will continue to provide the educational arena with powerful solutions for the improvement of course development and management.
"Both companies are passionate about the academic market and, alongside our respective clients, have truly pioneered the category together," said Carol Vallone, WebCT President and Chief Executive Officer. "Given the alignment of our visions, technologies, and overall strategies, the combination of our two companies will advance the teaching and learning technology industry, benefiting customers worldwide."
Blackboard, which is now integrated with MediaBlend’s GoSignMeUp online registration software, is among the most sought after educational content tools developed. And with the new integration between Go Sign Me Up and Blackboard, users can easily register students for courses, perform course management and create course content with tremendous ease.
