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SESSION RECAPS

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Opening Remarks


Presented By: Qwickly Executive Team

Introducing SMS Text Messaging in Qwickly Course Tools: Qwickly Course Tools will soon include option to send SMS text messages to students. Learn more about how this service works and the roadmap ahead.

Automating Attendance Reporting at Fordham London: Leveraging Google Apps Script for Enhanced Efficiency


Presented By: Leah Janss Lafond, Academic Technology & Internship Manager at Fordham University in London

This presentation showcases how Fordham London leveraged Google Apps Script to automate the integration of daily attendance data from Qwickly Attendance reports into their system.

Instructure's Learning Platform: Come see how Instructure helps users of all abilities walk the path from curiosity to career


Presented By: Heidi Redmond, Senior Account Executive for Higher Education at Instructure and David Thalman, Solutions Engineer at Instructure

Come see the tools used by educators to not only get students into the classroom, but also used to help them build and promote marketable skills. See how Canvas Catalog, Canvas Studio, Canvas Credentials, and Canvas LMS all work together to provide a seamless user experience from enrollment to credentials.

Empowering Education: Harnessing AI for Ethical and Trustworthy Pedagogy with Anthology's Innovations


Presented By: Cole Galyon, Global Vice President, Academic Innovation at Anthology & Chris Triplett, Solutions Engineer at Anthology

This presentation will explore the intersection of AI and education, guided by Anthology's Trustworthy AI Framework and the AI Design Assistant. We will dissect how AI, when designed with ethical considerations and trustworthiness at its core, can revolutionize educational practices by focusing on Anthology's practical application of the AI Design Assistant in Blackboard Learn Ultra.

Predicting Students and Dollars at Risk Using Attendance, LMS and SIS Data


Presented By: Marshall Hill, Director of Sales at IntelliBoard

Learning analytics is becoming a must-have tool for organizations using Learning Management Systems, Student Information Systems, or any of the many other data sources available today. Key drivers include the increasing need for analyzing student data captured in these online learning platforms. Join our session as we explore the best practices of combining data to predict at-risk students and dollars.

Qwickly Attendance: A Deep Dive into the New Features of Absence Limits and Introducing Clock Hours


Presented By: Jane Delmontiano, Qwickly Product Educator

Take control of your school's attendance requirements with Qwickly Attendance Absence Limits enhancements! Learn about labeled warning levels, instructor-set limits, automated email warnings, and the new absence limit email dashboard. Long-awaited time tracking tools has arrived in Qwickly Attendance Pro. Learn how to begin reporting out clock hours in Qwickly Attendance.

What's New in Qwickly Jot


Presented By: Jane Delmontiano & Deanna Demechko, Qwickly Product Educators

Panel Discussion: Embracing Technology in Uncertain Times


Moderated by John DiGennaro, CEO, Qwickly, Inc.

Panelists:
Jada Cheek, Instructional Technology Specialist, Coppin State University
Christina Corsi, Ed.D., Assistant Dean of Students, Lakeland Community College
Michael Daniels, Ph.D., Director of the Student Multicultural Center, Kent State University
Julia Gersey, Class of 2024, Baldwin Wallace University and Entering Ph.D. student at the University of Michigan

The landscape of higher education is shifting. Declining enrollment, shrinking resources, and affordability concerns are forcing institutions to adapt and innovate. Educational technology is an opportunity for potential solutions, but how can it be effectively harnessed to create a sustainable future for higher education institutions?
This panel brings together diverse voices from the higher education community to explore the challenges and opportunities facing the future of learning. Our esteemed panelists will discuss innovative educational technology solutions and how these solutions can be leveraged to navigate these challenges and build a stronger future.

LTIs Demystified: How They Work and How to Manage Them


Presented By: Terry Patterson, Senior IT Systems Analyst at Austin Community College

Learning Tool Interoperability (LTI) has taken over integrating tools and systems with learning management systems. This presentation will review a simplified version of how an LTI works, focusing on LTI 1.3. Attendees also will learn about management best practices for LTI management.

Switching LMS?: Lessons Learned During the Transition


Presented By: Kerry Whitehead, Former Educational Technology Specialist

Are you considering a new LMS? This presentation will explore the steps and lessons learned by a community college during their transition between learning management systems.

What's New in Qwickly Course Tools


Presented By: Deanna Demechko, Qwickly Product Educator

Closing Session: The Road Ahead


Presented By: Matt Hadgis & John DiGennaro, Qwickly Inc.

Closing out our day with a look at what's coming soon from Qwickly and acknowledgements.