Archives - September, 2024

When Programming Is Personal: The Development of the 2024 HBCU Summit

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Dr. Dionne Thorne (Morgan State University), Dr. Yan Xu (Spelman College), Dr. Madeline Shellgren (Online Learning Consortium)

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Brief Context and History from Maddie: On November 18-21, the HBCU Summit will be held in Orlando, FL as a component of Online Learning Consortium (OLC) Accelerate 2024. When I (Maddie) was told that I’d be taking on the coordinator Read More >

a sleek, modern graphic that elegantly captures the essence of learning design and technology. At the center, a stylized, open laptop casts a soft, inviting glow, symbolizing the gateway to digital learning. Above the laptop, a series of interconnected icons float, each representing a core aspect of the field: a lightbulb for innovation, a gear for technology, an open book for knowledge, and a human figure for learner-centered design. --ar 4:3 --stylize 250 Job ID: bd4c04a4-c927-459c-91d8-2e2a6dd5f43a

Inspiring Innovation: Instructional Designers are Leading the Future of Digital Learning

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Josh Herron, Ph.D., OLC Director of Professional Learning

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Instructional designers have long been the unsung heroes of digital learning, often navigating the complexities of educational technology, curriculum design, and faculty training with quiet dedication. Instructional design superpowers were clearly on display during the pandemic and are continually being Read More >

Promotional graphic for OLC Accelerate 2024. The graphic features a vibrant night view of the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort with illuminated buildings and palm trees. The text on the graphic reads: 'Register for Accelerate 2024! Join us at Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin Resort for OLC Accelerate 2024! Orlando, FL, November 18-21, 2024. Join Us & Register Today bit.ly/AC24Register.' The background has a wave-like pattern in dark blue, and a yellow wave-like banner at the bottom.

Engaging with the Magic of OLC Accelerate

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Adam Davi, University of Arizona Digital Learning, and Dorothy Loftin, Oregon State University, OLC Accelerate 2024 Engagement Chairs

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We can hardly contain our excitement for OLC Accelerate 2024! We are even more excited to share some of the highlights of our Engagement programming. Throughout the conference you will be able to visit the Engagement Hub in Exhibit Hall Read More >