Desire2Learn (D2L)

Welcome to the Faculty Knowledge Base for Brightspace (D2L)

Get the help you need to use Brightspace at Elgin Community College. This page provides quick links and resources for logging in, checking system compatibility, and meeting browser and technology requirements. You’ll also find guidance on creating accessible online courses that meet ECC standards.

Whether you’re teaching online, hybrid, or in-person with Brightspace, ECC’s support team is here to help you and your students get started successfully. Brightspace offers powerful accessibility features—including screen reader support, text-to-speech tools, and accessible document viewing—to ensure every learner can fully participate.

Visit elgin.edu/d2l
Log in using your ECC credentials
Click your course tile under "My Courses" to begin

Browser & System Requirements

A laptop or desktop purchased within the last 5 years
Reliable internet (1.5 Mbps or higher)
One of these updated browsers:
- Google Chrome (recommended)
- Mozilla Firefox
- Safari (Mac only)
- Microsoft Edge

Check Your Setup

Accessibility & ReadSpeaker Tools

ReadSpeaker

ReadSpeaker lets students listen to page content out loud. It’s helpful for students who learn better by hearing or need assistive technology support.

It works in:

Course content pages
Assignments
Discussions
PDFs via docReader

Students just click the “Listen” button to begin.

Watch ReadSpeaker How-To Videos

docReader

docReader allows students to listen to PDFs directly in Brightspace. It includes:

Page navigation
Text highlighting
Speed control

Watch docReader How-To Videos

What Faculty Should Know

ReadSpeaker is automatically enabled — no setup required
It’s built into most Brightspace tools
For guidance on captions, document formatting, and accessibility, visit our [Accessibility Resource Page]

Need Help with Accessibility?

Contact our Instructional Technology Accessibility Coordinators:

Check your system compatibility

Before getting started, run a Brightspace system check to make sure your computer meets all technical and browser requirements. This quick check confirms you have the necessary software and plugins to access your courses and online tools without issues.

Start system check now

Check my system

Welcome to Brightspace Tutorials

These step-by-step Brightspace tutorials will guide you through how to use Elgin Community College’s online course management system, helping you learn how to navigate your courses, submit assignments, participate in discussions, check grades, and access learning resources to succeed in your classes.

Same User ID & Password

Use your accessECC portal user ID (e.g., jsmith1234) and password for all ECC apps and services:

Find your User ID and password

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Account Maintenance

Forgot Your User ID or Your Password?

Retrieve your student ID and login user ID, and reset your password or security questions anytime.

Manage My Account

Request Support

For non-D2L Assistance, please see the Academic Resources Page.

Student D2L Support
Faculty D2L Support
Phone Support: 847-214-7620 (during business hours)

Contact

D2L Technical Help

Building C, Room C210
847-214-7620

Hours
Monday through Thursday: 8 am to 5 pm
Friday: 8 am to 4:30 pm

ECC Resources

Knowing when and where to turn for help is a cornerstone of any real achievement. The following ECC Resources will help you on your journey.