Attendees and event managers for the ICDE Leadership Summit 2024 (about 170 people from around the world) standing on a staircase for a group photo in the Globethics building (the hosting organization).

Two Takeaways from ICDE’s Leadership Summit on Ethical Leadership in the Age of AI

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Dr. Madeline R. Shellgren (Director of Global Outreach, Online Learning Consortium)

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I recently attended the International Council For Open and Distance Education (ICDE) Leadership Summit 2024 in Geneva, Switzerland (hosted by Globethics), where educational leaders from around the world gathered to discuss ethical leadership in the age of AI. Truthfully, the Read More >

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Planting the Seeds: Integrating AI Skills & Tools

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Josh Herron, PhD, Director of Professional Learning at OLC

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Now that we’ve sampled the soil and understand the lay of the land regarding AI in education, it’s time to start planting. This second phase is all about intentionally integrating AI tools and skills into your teaching practice. It’s about Read More >

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Sustainable AI Professional Development Initiatives

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Josh Herron, PhD, Director of Professional Learning at OLC

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I recently wondered aloud to colleagues and participants at an event, “Aren’t you tired of hearing about AI yet?” While those of us who are working at the edges of emerging technology and digital learning may occasionally get this feeling, Read More >

OLC x Uwill Online Student Mental Health 2024 Survey Key Findings

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The Online Learning Consortium and Uwill Student Mental Health & Wellness

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Respondents: 338 total respondents representing all 50 states, Washington, D.C., and 36 countries 63% of respondents work for a public institution, 24% work for a private non-profit, 13% work for a private for-profit institution. Key Findings: Increase in Demand for Read More >

We’re thrilled to announce the winners of this year’s OLC Onsite Innovate Exhibitor Stamp Card Contest and other exciting raffles and giveaways! Congratulations to all participants who brought enthusiasm and energy, making this event memorable. Onsite Exhibitor Stamp Card Contest Read More >