Program leaders who engage teachers in the peer review process as Course Representatives may face time, focus, and educator capacity concerns. However, the experience of serving as a Course Representative and applying the rubric may provide an enduring professional development opportunity for K-12 teachers. In this session, findings of a qualitative case study of a K-12 state-led virtual program that leveraged teachers to serve as Course Representatives will be discussed.
Providing timely, meaningful feedback on student writing is one of the most challenging tasks in teaching at scale. In this session, you’ll learn practical lessons from Purdue building and evaluating Charlie, Purdue’s AI-powered rubric feedback tool. We’ll explore design strategies, pitfalls to avoid, and frameworks for integrating AI writing support into assignments — with a focus on preserving instructional quality and supporting student learning.
This session will unpack the WCAG 2.1 AA requirements and provides practical strategies for meeting accessibility standards in LMS-based courses. Participants will explore how WCAG aligns with QM and UDL, how to design accessible content from the start, and how to audit and improve existing materials. Key takeaways include applying WCAG principles, creating accessible LMS content, and using tools to support inclusive, learner-centered design.
The session will share practical, Community of Inquiry-based strategies to make RSI more manageable while meeting QM Standards 5.2 and 5.3 using more meaningful communication methods. Participants will explore communication plans, staggered grading, and low-stakes discussions to humanize online learning and build presence. Key takeaways include designing a communication plan, developing a staggered grading plan, and crafting purposeful discussions to support connection and engagement.
This session explores how K–12 organizations might implement Subscriber Managed Reviews (SMRs) as an alternative to QM-managed team reviews. As VLLA members begin this transition, we’ll invite post-secondary partners already using SMRs to share insights. Attendees will examine SMR pros and cons, compare them to current processes, and assess organizational readiness for adopting this model.
Do textbooks and often lengthy lecture videos truly "work" for today’s learners? Break free from traditional content and discover alternatives that captivate learners and cultivate critical thinkers. Ensure your learners are not just passive recipients, but active participants in their educational journey through seamlessly integrating engaging, inclusive, and interactive content into your curriculum. Plus, gain insights on prepping your course for General Standard 4: Instructional Materials.
Not all AI models are created equal! Curious about which one(s) perform better for different aspects of course design? Discover our matchmaking system that pairs specific AIs models and tools with the QM Standards they serve best. You'll learn why reasoning models excel at alignment and analysis while pre-training models shine at rapid content development and adaptation, and agentic models fulfill research needs. Leave with a matchmaking matrix to up your game with AI-integrated & QM-aligned course design, using tools to which you have access.
Join an innovation sprint to address a pressing challenge in online learning. This fast-paced, collaborative event will ideate, prototype, and present solutions to improve the online learning experience. Participants will begin by identifying a critical issue in online learning, such as student engagement, digital equity, or methods. Using design thinking principles, teams will generate creative ideas and potential solutions.
What’s next for online learning and quality assurance? This interactive session introduces futures thinking and key forecasting terms, explores signals and drivers—yes, beyond just AI—and invites participants to experiment with foresight tools to envision the future of online education. Leave with insights and strategies to anticipate what’s ahead for quality assurance of online learning.
University online learning has steadily increased in the past twenty years. This poster presentation will highlight the process of a research project conducted in Western Australia investigating how lecturers can be further supported in the online learning space. Bring along a device (phone, laptop) and get ready to share how you are making your online teaching engaging and learn more about effective online teaching tools and strategies.
