Spotlight Archive

• Stillman College
• Lincoln University
• Old Dominion University
• Hampton University
• Credly, Inc
• University of Wisconsin - Green Bay

WCET has created a COVID-19 updates and resources page to collect current information about the impacts of the virus on higher education. Check back regularly for new content as it is updated.

Catch up on anything you missed by taking a look at our webcast archives from 2019. Topics covered includes Navigating the OPM Marketplace, Personalized Experiences for Adult Learners, Student Analytics and Privacy, Digital Redlining, and more!

• Antioch University
• Honorlock
• Achieving the Dream, Inc.
• Innovative Educators
• Owls Nest Partners
• American Psychological Association

Navigating the OPM Marketplace: Picking the Right Partners While Avoiding Market Chaos

In this presentation we shared our view of the major trends affecting the OPM market and the implications for colleges and universities. Check out the recorded video here!

Navigating the OPM Marketplace: Picking the Right Partners While Avoiding Market Chaos

In this presentation we share our view of the major trends affecting the OPM market and the implications for colleges and universities. Bring your questions and experiences. Register today!

September 26, 2019 | 11am MDT

• University of Iowa
• Hood College
• Truman State University
• Indiana University
• Yellowdig
• La Sierra University
• Tutor.com

WICHE and WCET seek highly qualified candidates for this unique and challenging position of Director, Every Learner Everywhere network.

Screening will begin July 26, 2019. Apply through WICHE’s ADP Workforce Now portal.

• Hampton University
• Bradley University
• Massachusetts Colleges Online
• Eastern New Mexico University
• Landmark College
• Seattle Pacific University

WCET is thrilled about the appointment of our new Executive Director, Russ Poulin. Russ will also serve as the Vice President of Technology-Enhanced Education for WICHE. Learn more in the press release.

Join us for the next #DLNChat: “School’s Out Summer Special: Share Your Summer Plans!" 

Tuesday, June 11, 1pm PT/4pm ET

Sponsored by WCET and EDUCAUSE.

A college degree is a valuable tool for many seeking to earn higher incomes and build stronger lives. But with an increasing proportion of diverse, “post-traditional students” who hail from a far wider range of backgrounds, it is time for colleges to become more “student-ready” by providing the resources and support necessary for post-traditional students to succeed.

Join us for our next webcast on May 16 at 11:00am MDT. The webcast is free and open to all.

Are you a higher education leader with a zest for innovation and collaboration, and a desire to support student success by helping institutions navigate emerging technology's opportunities and challenges? We're now accepting applicants for the dual role of Executive Director, WCET, and VP for Technology-Enhanced Learning, WICHE (filling the big shoes of Mike Abbiatti, who retires in late June from WICHE.) Apply by Friday, April 26 for the Boulder, Colo.-based position through the WICHE Jobs Portal.

•  Suffolk County Community College   
• Central New Mexico Community College
• City College of San Francisco
• Norfolk State University
• Pragya Systems Corp.
• Hampton University

The 2019 WCET Outstanding Work (WOW) Award is now open for nominations until March 13. WOW recognizes outstanding efforts by member institutions and organizations in applying an innovative, technology-based solution to a challenging educational need. What work will you nominate?

Check out the WCET YouTube channel for exciting video resources such as recordings of our WCET Webcasts, expert interviews on a wide variety of topics, videos of our WCET Outstanding Work (WOW) Award winners, and more! Subscribe to stay tuned for future releases!

As a part of “The Year of Accessibility”, the Online Learning Consortium and WCET continue to collaborate to bring our communities resources on the topic of accessibility. There are answers and clear guidance that can help instructional designers and faculty ensure they are building accessibility into their online activities and web presence. This panel of “been there, done that” experts will share their tricks, tips and strategies for making accessibility a treat, and a little less scary! Register now!

Date: Wednesday, October 31st, 2018 | Time: 1-2pm ET

WCET has had an active voice on academic integrity and cheating since 2008. In 2018, academic integrity is threatened by a notable increase in the commercialization of academic dishonesty, to include contract cheating and the widespread online distribution by third-party websites of educational materials. Join us to discuss the growing industry of cheating cartels and promising actions your institutions can take to bolster a culture of integrity.

Tuesday, October 16: 9:00 AM HAST/ 11:00 AM AKDT/ Noon PDT and MST/ 1:00 PM MDT/ 2:00 PM CDT/ 3:00 PM EDT.

Knowing what you know today, what would you do differently if you could hit the reset button on the management, services and technologies, and cost structures of your elearning programs? With changing organizational reporting lines, what’s different today in your policies and practices concerning academic structure, instructional quality, faculty development, and student support services? 
 
Join us Thursday, October 4 at 11:00 AM MDT for a free WCET Webcast. This webcast is provided free and open to all.  

Learn more and registrer for the WCET webcast, “What If You Could Hit the Reset Button for Your Institution’s eLearning Program?” The webcast will run for 60 minutes and take place via GoToWebinar.

As college campuses become increasingly diverse, one of the biggest challenges faced by student health and student affairs professionals is engaging each student with resources to support their overall success and well-being.

Join Nathaan Demers, Psy.D. and Janelle Patrias, MSW for a WCET member-only webcast on the national trends and student research conducted at Colorado State University which led to the development of the digital student well-being program.

Register today to join us on Thursday, September 27, 12:00 PM MDT for the free WCET Member-Only Webcast. The session will run for 60 minutes and take place via GoToWebinar.