Online Learning News - Novenber 14, 2018

It's a Wrap!

ONLINE LEARNING 2018: Global Summit & EdTech Expo, Teaching & Learning in the Digital Age 

Toronto, October 16-18, 2018

• 1,100 delegates from around the world
• 400 presenters, in 139 sessions
• 31 leading suppliers 
• 12 major sponsors 

Presentations in 139 sessions now available for download at: https://onlinelearning.secure-platform.com/a/gallery?roundId=1

Save Tuesday, October 8 to Thursday, October 10, 2019 for ONLINE LEARNING 2019: Global Summit & EdTech Expo!

More information on our extensive program for ONLINE LEARNING 2019 is coming soon.

Watch for exciting new features, including:

• Skills and professional development workshops by world experts;
• Showcase sessions by learning innovators and providers; and
• Special briefings on AI in education and training, effective learning environments, applications of virtual and augmented reality, personal vs personalized learning, Online Learning 3.0, e-apprenticeship, neuroscience and learning outcomes and much more!

Learn More about Canada’s Only Directory of Online Learning Researchers!

Search the profiles of 115+ researchers who share a common commitment to improving the online learning experience for students. Their research explores topics such as strategies for student engagement, design principles, learning motivation, success and support. Each profile features the researcher’s interests, key collaborators, institutional information and top 3 cited publications in the past 5 years.

Access the Contact North I Contact Nord Searchable Directory Here 

Must-Read Books on Online Learning

New and Forthcoming Books

Books to inspire and guide those committed to the development, expansion and improvement of online learning using artificial intelligence.

For Faculty and Instructors

Designing Effective Digital Badges – Applications for Learning 

For Instructional Designers

Culturally Inclusive Instructional Design: A Framework and Guide to Building Online Wisdom Communities 

For Policy-Makers and Administrators

Student Engagement and Quality Assurance in Higher Education – International Collaborations for the Enhancement of Learning 

Explore All Must-Read Selections  

New MOOC!

Combining Problem-Based Learning and Learning Analytics 

Participate in a 4-week MOOC, launching on November 19, 2018, to learn and discuss how problem-based learning can be combined with and enhanced through learning analytics. Supported and extended by online communities of learners, the MOOC is offered by the European PBL3.0 Consortium.

Register and find additional information at http://bit.ly/MOOC_PBLLA18   

Register Now! 

International Forum for Women in E-learning
IFWE: IF WE Are Visible!!

November 28 – 30, 2018
Hotel Contessa, San Antonio, TX

The United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA) is proud to present the 8th International Forum for Women in E-Learning (IFWE). As a forum, IFWE includes open discussions, a voicing of ideas, and presentations that include audience participation. It is designed to tap into the resources of the attendees as well as other experts in their profession.

In addition to sharing information about e-learning programs and strategies, attendees discuss relevant issues, and gain a better understanding of how to be a successful leader, up-and-coming leader, or support person in distance and online learning.  

IFWE 2018 includes over 40 concurrent sessions, keynotes from five education and industry leaders, and several options for attendees to build networks and establish mentoring relationships. Click here for the full agenda.

IFWE will be held on the lovely San Antonio (Texas) River Walk at the Hotel Contessa.  IFWE only happens every two years, so you don't want to miss this one!  Please feel free to contact Darcy Hardy at [email protected] if you have questions about IFWE. 

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