In today’s evolving educational landscape, learner agency is no longer a luxury — it’s a necessity. As students navigate increasingly flexible, technology-rich learning environments, their ability to take ownership of their learning experience directly impacts engagement, persistence, and success. In this session we will share how thoughtfully designed, accessible course experiences can foster greater learner…
From the guy who has been on the PowerPoint scene since the beginning, this is a must-have collection of his most revered tips and tricks. You'll discover hidden gems to improve every aspect of your presentations: Better storytelling Cleaner design Faster workflow Smoother delivery This fun, fast-paced session will keep you engaged, bouncing from one powerful tip to the…
Do you second-guess your abilities, missing opportunities for growth? Does fear of rejection stall your progress? Are you unsure of how to assert ideas without seeming aggressive or timid? Or perhaps perfectionism is driving burnout and dissatisfaction at work? Reflecting on these questions can reveal where you might be holding back. Take the first step…
That moment…when you are approaching the front of the room to speak, and all eyes are on you. Do you ever feel like you have butterflies churning in your stomach, drums beating in your chest, and lightning flashing through your veins? If so, you are not alone. It’s perfectly normal to feel heightened levels of…
Teams power more and more of today’s work. Nearly 90% of today’s workers say that they spend 1/3 to 1/2 of each day working in teams. It is no surprise that teams can make or break any organization’s competitive advantage. Discover the surprising truth about what creates or crushes high-performing teams. We’ll explore the brain…
Graduate students are not just learners—they’re professionals, caregivers, and lifelong problem-solvers. This session introduces the core principles of adult learning theory (Knowles’ Andragogy) and explores how faculty can apply them to create more relevant, engaging, and effective learning experiences. Through practical examples and discussion, attendees will walk away with simple strategies to foster autonomy, tap…
Transform your teaching with the dynamic duo of active learning! Just like the Wonder Twins, small and large group strategies are powerful on their own, but when combined, they create heroic levels of engagement and deeper learning. In this interactive, beginner-friendly session, you’ll explore how to “activate” these two approaches to keep learners thinking, talking,…
Personify Health is a personalized health and wellbeing platform designed to help organizations empower their employees to take charge of their health. The demo experience showcases how the platform can improve employee wellbeing, boost productivity, and enhance workplace culture. Learning Objectives: Identify the steps required to enroll in the Personify Health program. Navigate the Personify…
This session supports faculty in building a habit of reflection during and after instruction by exploring methods for collecting student feedback. Faculty will examine simple tools and strategies to gather meaningful insights that enhance instructional decision-making, boost student engagement, and support continuous professional growth. Learning Objectives: Describe common models of reflective teaching and their purpose.…
Step into the magic circle of playful learning in this engaging webinar designed for educators and instructional designers. Explore how generative AI tools—such as ChatGPT, Gemini, NotebookLM, DALL·E, and a variety of text-to-voice and image-generation platforms—can be creatively harnessed to design educational games, spark playful interactions, and inspire innovation across disciplines. While these tools are…