Digital Learning Day | 2.15.24

Leveraging Digital Tools for Meaningful Learning

In honor of Digital Learning Day, Alamo Colleges Online invites you to a day-long series of 30-minute sessions that promote activities of evidence-based digital learning strategies and available technical tools. This includes:

increasing student interaction and engagement
gaining insights into student performance through data
promoting active learning
creating a sense of online learning community.

Find registration in the agenda below.

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2024 Digital Learning Day Agenda

Check out the high-quality sessions below in each tab and register for the sessions you're interested in attending. Once you've registered, more information will be sent your way, including a Zoom link.

Thursday, February 15

9-9:30 a.m. | Alamo Online Communities

Discover Alamo Online Communities, an online community space for 24/7, peer-to-peer, and student-to-expert conversation.

Presented by Monica Rogers

10-10:30 a.m. | Alamo Global Learner Digital Badge Pathway

Learn about how Global and Cultural badges can be embedded in credit-bearing courses.

Presented by NVC Professor Jessica Heppard, Executive Director of International Programs Alejandra Bueno, and Coordinator of International Programs Isabel Breuer

11-11:30 a.m. | Microlearning Strategies to Optimize Online Learning

Knowledge is best absorbed in bite-sized morsels that foster engagement and adaptability for diverse students. Explore the power of microlearning in course design and gain insights into practical strategies that impact virtual teaching and learning.

Presented by Dr. Meagan Sanders

1-1:30 p.m. | Maximizing Visual Tools in Canvas

Join us for an interactive workshop designed to explore the effective utilization of visual tools within the Canvas learning management system. In this session, participants will explore innovative ways to enhance course content, engagement, and student learning outcomes by integrating visual elements.

Presented by Diana McCurtain-Talbert & Mallory Plummer

2-2:30 p.m. | Unleashing Insights and Possibilities: Elevate Your Canvas Course with New Analytics

Step into a new way of looking at things! The New Analytics tool helps you see stuff in a whole new light. It's like using a telescope for your data. It can help you provide "just-in-time" support for learners.

Presented by Barbara Wong

3-3:30 p.m. | Using the Immersive Reader to Increase Engagement

Got a diverse student audience? Learn how to use the Immersive Reader tool in Canvas and Office 365 to level the playing field and bolster engagement as well as equity in your course. Explore the "read aloud" feature that brings text to life, along with powerful translation capabilities.

Presented by Amy Gates

4-4:30 p.m. | Power up Panopto to Craft Meaningful Learning Experiences

Unlocking the potential of Panopto in this dynamic workshop. Learn to create, edit, and share engaging video content that resonates with learners. Discover how Panopto's features can be harnessed to create meaningful learning experiences to enhance student understanding and interaction.

Presented by Can Cui

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About Digital Learning Day

This engaging event is packed with 30-minute sessions that explore practical and innovative ways to use digital tools and strategies.
It's perfect for educators looking to boost their skills in creating impactful and meaningful student learning experiences. The day is filled with learning, sharing, and inspiration – all tailored to our digital education landscape at the Alamo Colleges.

Questions? Contact our event coordinators:

Can Cui
Email
Amy Gates
Email

About Alamo Colleges Online Instructional Designers

Instructional Designers provide one-on-one consultations with faculty and conduct in-depth course reviews. Additionally, Instructional Designers offer support for College directed initiatives to build and strengthen the College’s capacity to deliver premier, quality digital learning experiences for students.

Schedule a consultation today!

You can also contact your Alamo College's Instructional Designer:

Northeast Lakeview College
Barbara Wong, bwong11@alamo.edu

Northwest Vista College
Diana McCurtain-Talbert,
dmccurtain-talbert@alamo.edu

Palo Alto College
Dr. Meagan Sanders, msanders73@alamo.edu

St. Philip's College
Can Cui, ccui1@alamo.edu

San Antonio College
Amy Gates, agates16@alamo.edu