I once asked a student (I’ll call her Emily) to stay after class because she had missed a few assignments. The semester was at its halfway point (as it may be for you right now), and Emily had been (up Read More >
OLC’s exclusive collaboration explores the support needs of online learners to improve outcomes The Online Learning Consortium (OLC), a collaborative community of higher education leaders, and Uwill, the leading student mental health and wellness solution for higher education, announced a new Read More >
In Part 1 and Part 2 of this blog post, I discussed the meaning of Quality in Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance in relation to teaching and learning, touched on the importance of instilling Care into teaching, and Read More >
On January 30, 2024, I had the privilege of attending the UN 2024 ECOSOC Partnership Forum held at the UN Headquarters in New York. The theme of the forum was “Reinforcing the 2030 Agenda and eradicating poverty in times of Read More >
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 >