OLC and EDUCAUSE are proud to announce that we are joining forces to bring our communities the Digital Learning Equity and Innovate (DLEI) Summit. The DLEI Summit serves as the prelude to this year’s OLC Innovate 2024 conference. What is Read More >
As discussed in Part 1 of this series, author Robert Pirsig uses much of Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance to chronicle his pursuit of the meaning of the word “Quality” and why it is neither an objective or Read More >
In the demanding world of education, finding the time for professional development poses a significant challenge for educators. However, the importance of professional development cannot be overstated—it is a cornerstone of teacher effectiveness. In fact, the transition to remote learning Read More >
Embarking on a journey to define and seek quality in online and blended learning experiences is a deeply personal exploration. Recently, I joined the Online Learning Consortium as the Coordinator of the Quality Scorecard Suite where I support institutions and Read More >
In this blog post, we’ll delve into the vital role of professional development in upholding quality assurance in online learning. I will explore several key areas: the origins, development, and significance of online education, the individuals tasked with ensuring its Read More >
How do you support your students while giving them the space to learn on their own? With the recent passing of the holidays, I’m reminded of an anecdote from a few years ago. When my middle son, Ezra, was five, Read More >
The Online Learning Consortium (OLC) is pleased to announce the addition of four esteemed individuals to its Board of Directors. These accomplished professionals bring a wealth of experience and expertise in online and blended learning, educational technology, and higher education Read More >
I haven’t talked about this often in a public forum, but I got a little burnt out two years ago. There’s several factors that lead to burnout, but the biggest one for me, as I discovered, was losing a sense Read More >
OLC Innovate, a collaborative conference by OLC and MERLOT, invites innovators of all experience levels and backgrounds to share best practices, explore new ideas, and collaborate on advancing online, digital, and blended learning. This year’s conference is set to take Read More >
Nationally, there is a shortage of students interested in learning critical languages, or languages considered important to national security and economic prosperity. These include Russian, Chinese, Korean, Persian, and Arabic. To ignite interest in critical languages and related careers, Read More >