AI Meets Accessibility: Transforming the Online Lab Experience

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Join us for an engaging online webinar featuring Dr. Sue McKenzie, Senior Associate Dean at SNHU Global Campus, and Anna Amici, Product Development Manager for Carolina Distance Learning. Together, they will share how the Carolina Online Gateway continues to evolve as an accessible, interactive platform built to support online science students through meaningful hands‑on lab experiences.

During this session, Dr. McKenzie and Ms. Amici will highlight how the Gateway delivers an ADA‑compliant learning environment that integrates seamlessly with institutional Learning Management Systems through LTI 1.3, ensuring students can access their coursework with ease. They will also demonstrate the platform’s interactive learning tools, including knowledge check questions, overview videos, and the digital lab notebook that promotes engagement, enhances knowledge retention, and supports academic integrity.

Attendees will also have the opportunity to be among the first to hear about the AI Laboratory Assistant, a new feature coming soon to Carolina Online Gateway. This innovative tool is designed to help guide students through their lab activities and further enrich their learning experience with the support of accessible AI technology.

Unleash learning with the Accessible, AI‑Enhanced Carolina Online Gateway, and discover how this platform is shaping the future of online science education.

This webinar is sponsored by Carolina Distance Learning.

 

 

Speaker Bio

Susan McKenzie, Ed.D.
Senior Associate Dean, SNHU Global Campus
 
Dr. Susan McKenzie has worked in the advancement of STEM fields for over thirty years, focused on reducing the barriers that inhibit the learning and application of math and science. She currently holds the position of Senior Associate Dean of Programs for mathematics, science, and data analytics. In this role, Susan is responsible for defining and developing new and current programs and courses. She ensures that programs and courses are high-quality with clear and relevant outcomes, assessments and student learning pathways.
 
Anna Amici
Product Development Manager, Carolina Distance Learning
 
Anna brings teaching experience from several levels of education. She taught undergraduate environmental science and biology both online and in person for 5 years, then taught 4 more years of middle and high school biology, anatomy, and physical science.

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