Class reaches definitive agreement
to acquire Blackboard Collaborate

Class is the leading provider of synchronous virtual classroom technologies.

We are pleased to announce an agreement to add Blackboard Collaborate to the Class family.

At Class, our vision is to change the way the world learns. Bringing together these two products and teams allows us to deliver the next generation virtual and hybrid classroom at the scale and quality that learners demand—better, faster, and stronger than we could ever do apart.

Together, we will reach:

10M+ users
1,750+ institutions
75+ countries
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Subject to customary conditions and approvals, and expected to close in the first half of 2022. Until then, both businesses will continue to operate as usual and as separate entities.

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Class is changing the way the world learns by adding teaching and learning tools to Zoom for K-12, higher education, and the workplace.

— Michael Chasen, Co-founder & CEO

Reimagine virtual learning on Zoom

The Whole Classroom, Built on Zoom

Class has everything you need to facilitate virtual learning, from videos and polls to quizzes and collaborative working space.

Engaging, Centralized Content

Class helps you keep learner focus and engagement, with websites, files, videos, and more in one place.

Informed Quality Instruction

Easy-to-launch in-app polling allows for real time interaction and feedback without sacrificing learning time.

Secure Online Testing

The in-app proctoring tool gives learners the security and support they need during virtual assessments.

Structured Group Collaboration

Enhanced breakout rooms offer small group collaboration for peer-to-peer or instructor-peer groups.

Detailed Session Analytics

Class generates holistic reports that include attendance, participation, and achievement all in one place.

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Front of Class

Display the instructor and presenters at the front so they are always visible.

Seating Charts

Sort participants for better visibility by reactions and alphabetically.

Attendance & ID Verification

Automatically take attendance and verify learners to keep your class secure.

Teaching & Learning Tools

Deploy assignments, quizzes, and polls from within the Zoom environment.

Share Files and Videos

Instructors can share files and give learners control of the in-app video player.

Enhanced Whiteboard

Spark discussion and collaboration with individual and shared whiteboards.

Enhanced Breakout Rooms

Assign individual tasks to each breakout room, and even monitor all rooms at once.

Proctored Exams

Provide the security and support learners need when testing online.

Transcripts & Class Notes

Automatic transcription can be used for class notes and accommodations.

Advanced Chat

Send messages and files to participants for private or group conversations.

Data Dashboard

Track individual or group metrics like attendance, interaction, and participation.

Course Templates

Create course templates to ensure consistency across your organization.

Accessibility

Support all learners with closed captions, sign language cameras, and more.

Hybrid Support

Ensure optimal learning conditions with settings for in-person and remote users.

Enterprise Integration

The Class services team will work with you to integrate with your infrastructure.

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