Teaching with AI²: Artificial Intelligence for Accessibility and Inclusion
The accessibility conversation in higher ed is oftentimes framed around compliance and avoiding legal trouble. However, inclusive design is about so much more than checking boxes. It’s about acknowledging the diversity of our students’ lived experiences and creating conditions where everyone can thrive. The truth is, most educators care deeply about equity. But let’s be […]
Constellations of Change: Navigating Identity and Innovation at the 2025 Instructional Design Summit
Instructional Designers in the OLC community, we see you and know you’re at the heart of so much change in your environments. Let’s pause to reflect: What does it mean to be an instructional designer in an era of rapid change and accelerating technology? At the 2025 Instructional Design Summit during OLC Accelerate, we’re convening […]
Top Ten Hits from Innovate 2025: Hitting the High Notes in Digital Education
A rhythmic recap of powerful takeaways, tech insights, and community moments from OLC’s 10th anniversary event Prior to the start of Innovate 2025, I wrote a blog post describing the significance of the number 10 as we celebrated the 10th anniversary of Innovate. In that post, I promised that we at OLC are committed to […]
A Leadership Journey Worth Taking: Why IELOL is a Game-Changer
As emerging or established leaders, it is critical for us to reflect on our personal growth and leadership journey. Indeed, perhaps one of the best gifts we can give ourselves—and the organizations we serve—is a commitment to refining and expanding our leadership skills. For those in online learning and higher education, the Institute for Emerging […]
Shaping the Future of Online Learning: Why OLC Innovate & OLC Accelerate Matter More Than Ever
Every year, I look forward to two events that have profoundly shaped my perspective on online and digital learning—OLC Innovate and OLC Accelerate. These conferences aren’t just gatherings; they’re catalysts for transformation, bringing together educators, instructional designers, researchers, and leaders who are committed to pushing the boundaries of digital education. At their core, these events […]