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 >

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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 >

OLC Volunteer Spotlight: A Conversation with Diana Ruggiero

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Katie Fife Schuster, Director of Programming, Online Learning Consortium; Diana Ruggiero, Professor, University of Memphis

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Welcome to the OLC’s “Volunteer Spotlight” series, where we celebrate the incredible contributions of just some of our dedicated volunteers. We are deeply grateful for their time, expertise, and commitment to the community.  A Journey Rooted in Passion for Education Read More >

Unlocking Educational Potential with OLC Grant Services

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Colette Chelf, Ed.D., OLC Director of Grants

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In the ever-evolving education landscape, securing funding is crucial to advancing student success and innovation. The Online Learning Consortium (OLC) Grant Services offers a comprehensive suite of support to help educational institutions identify, secure, and manage grant funding. With our Read More >

Creating Magic with PowerPoint Storytelling and Design

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Sean Nufer, Senior Director of Teaching and Learning, TCS Education System

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Imagine you’re standing in front of a classroom, ready to share your expertise, but as you click through your slides, you notice the students’ eyes glaze over. It’s not because your content isn’t valuable, but because your slides have fallen Read More >

Accelerating Research Innovation: Charting Your Future with AI

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Kristen Gay, Ph.D., OLC Director of Research

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The rapid rise of generative AI in higher education is transforming the research landscape, reshaping the methods we use, our possibilities for collecting, analyzing, and visualizing data, and even our writing practices. But perhaps more importantly, generative AI forces us Read More >