Configure Live
Instructors and course authors configure BigBlueButton directly through the Open edX®’s Studio settings with just a few clicks.
LMS Integrations
Open edX® Integration
Virtual classrooms and data-rich learning, working together at any scale.
The goal of virtual training is not to meet, It is to learn.
The Open edX® platform isn’t just an LMS, it’s a massive Global Community & Vendor Ecosystem. With support from organizations like 2U, MIT, and a global contributor base, you’re never alone. A thriving marketplace of certified Open edX® providers and developers fuels your growth with support for multi-tenancy, learning pathways, certification, and integrations.
Combine your Open edX® platform with BigBlueButton’s real-time participation analytics, and you have the most powerful learning intelligence suite in the industry.
Effortless Configuration
Work with Blindside Networks to drive training ROI with comprehensive analytics that give both trainers and leadership the insights needed to optimize learning outcomes and ensure compliance standards are met consistently across the organization.
Save Preparation Time
Educators can save preparation time by pre-loading content – your presentation is ready when class begins.
Manage Recordings Within Open edX®
No separate applications are needed to provide or manage recordings. Everything happens within Open edX® automatically. You can set visibility of recordings and import recordings from other lectures.
Tailored Experience Design
Learning Experiences That Go Beyond the Lecture
Reuse what happens in class: recordings, reminders and analytics all flow back into the platform your learners already use.
Upload Recordings
Instructors can upload class recordings directly into the Open edX® platform, compatible video modules, or third-party integrated libraries, enabling easy reuse and deep learner engagement.
Automated Session Reminders
Set up automatic notifications through the Open edX® platform to inform learners about upcoming virtual classes via email or platform messages, helping to boost attendance and preparedness.
Analytics Integration
BigBlueButton session metrics, including time joined and active participation, can be integrated into the Open edX® platform’s analytics tool for a comprehensive view of learner engagement.
Insightful Engagement
BigBlueButton is not just compatible — it’s optimized for the Open edX® ecosystem, backed by experienced partners who understand open source learning at scale.
Live Attendance Tracking, No Spreadsheets Required
Instantly view which learners are present and engaged—no manual roll call needed. BigBlueButton tracks join time, engagement length, and session participation.
Contextual Analytics at Your Fingertips
Bring key Open edX® insights into your virtual classroom session. See metrics like session frequency or past engagement to adapt instruction on the fly.
Community Driven
Built on open source, BigBlueButton aligns with Open edX®’s mission of accessible, scalable, and learner-centered education, making it a natural fit for educators who want more than just video conferencing.
Abstract Technology
Our Open edX Integration Partner
Blindside Networks partners with Abstract Technology to deliver seamless BigBlueButton integrations for Open edX deployments. With deep expertise in both Open edX architecture and BigBlueButton’s virtual classroom capabilities, Abstract Technology has successfully supported implementing, customizing, and scaling live online learning experiences. Their team understands the technical and pedagogical requirements of modern eLearning environments, ensuring reliable, secure, and fully integrated virtual classrooms within Open edX.
Learn more about how Abstract Technology can support your Open edX and BigBlueButton integration.
Contact Us
Contact us to discover how BigBlueButton and the Open edX® platform work together to deliver virtual classroom sessions that drive measurable outcomes, personalized instruction, and deeper learner engagement at any scale.