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Join the Conversation: Register Now for “Distance Ed at a Crossroads”
Published by: WCET | 5/29/2024
In the ever-evolving education landscape, staying informed about the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities is crucial for educators, administrators, and policymakers. We support the Department of Education’s goals in protecting students and financial aid expenditures. Some proposed changes are right on the mark while others may cause more harm than good. If you’re passionate about […]
Policy
Unveiling the Highlights: WCET’s 2024 Virtual Summit
Published by: WCET | 3/7/2024
A few short weeks ago, WCET staff, presenters, and members joined together for presentations and discussions about the policy and practice of Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education. The event, which was exclusively offered to WCET members, took place on February 22, 2024. I was not involved in the planning and implementation of this Summit, so […]
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Nurturing Digital Learning: Unveiling the HBCU Advantage
Published by: WCET | 2/22/2024
This month, February, WCET’s main focus topic has been on Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). February marks Black History Month, an observance that honors the rich histories and acknowledges the invaluable contributions of African Americans across various facets of society. In honor of this Heritage Month, we wanted to highlight the the inclusive and […]
Policy
Major Changes to Distance Ed: Department of Education Rulemaking Week 2 Update
Published by: WCET | 2/13/2024
The film Nyad is sometimes difficult to watch as the titular character braves her way through a Cuba to Florida swim that took 53 hours of non-stop swimming. Along the way she is besieged by poisonous jellyfish, sharks, exhaustion, and the constant battering of waves. We feel a connection with her. Last week was the […]
Policy
Developing Institutional Level AI Policies and Practices: A Framework
Published by: WCET | 12/7/2023
ChatGPT recently turned one and what a wild, first year it has been. Over the last twelve months, institutions have scrambled to not only better understand generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its impact on teaching and learning, but also to determine the best ways to provide guardrails and guidance for faculty, staff, and students. Many […]
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Reflecting on Feedback and Insights from the 2023 WCET Annual Meeting
Published by: WCET | 11/30/2023
As promised in my most recent post, I wanted to continue to share feedback and reflections about this year’s WCET Annual Meeting and the Annual Summit for Women in eLearning (ASWE) . I asked some of the WCET leadership and friends to share takeaways and topics that threaded through the entire event (especially those that […]
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Vibrant Vibes, Unforgettable Moments, and Culinary Delights: Highlights from the 2023 WCET Annual Meeting in New Orleans
Published by: WCET | 11/16/2023
As my plane took off from the airport in New Orleans, LA a few weeks ago, I had a smile on my face. That smile was due to the wonderful experience of this year’s WCET Annual Meeting. This year I attended several meetings and sessions that brought up fresh topics to learn about, networked with […]
Practice
The Online Consortium of Oklahoma: From Grassroots to Greatness
Published by: WCET | 10/19/2023
Today we continue the 2023 WOW Awards series here on Frontiers! If you missed the first post in our series, check out the post about RIOPACT from Rio Salado College. This week, we’re joined by Brad Griffith, Associate Vice Chancellor […]
Practice
RioPACT: Transforming Student Success at Rio Salado College
Published by: WCET | 10/12/2023
Each year, the goal of the WCET Awards Program is to highlight and showcase promising practices in higher education digital learning and to honor those who have dedicated their time and energies to our field. It is an absolute honor […]
Practice
So, What is Culturally Responsive Digital Learning?
Published by: WCET | 9/7/2023
This month (September 2023) WCET is focusing on Culturally Responsive Digital Learning. While I, personally, had heard of this pedagogical framework, I didn’t have a lot of experience in this space. And, as a proponent of owning up to our […]