Presented by: Tammie Petersen  

Distance education provides the ability for faculty to integrate a variety of technologies & tools into the learning management system which is highly encouraged & part of the rubric for QM certification. Technologies & tools to be discussed include VidGrid, Padlet, Miro, discussions boards, Vocaroo, digital escape rooms using Google Forms, Kahoot, white boards, & Quizlet. The need to technologies/tools will be linked to the QM rubric that is used for certifying all ACC online courses.

Access is Everyone's Responsibility 

Presented by: Ginger Bennett & Katie Payne   

We will share how to effectively navigate providing accommodations in the classroom.

Presented by: Dr. Eduardo L. Garcia  

In this session we will explore & define what culture means. We will review some of the reasons students decide to enroll in distance learning courses, & review the demographics of students who enroll in distance learning courses. We will review Hofstede’s Cultural Dimensions & identify principles of Culturally Responsive Teaching (CRT). Attendees will learn practical tips that they can apply to the online classroom environment & also be able to self-reflect on how they can become a more culturally competent educator.

Google Forms, Sheets and Autocrat: Transforming Student Data and Feedback 

Presented by: Herb Coleman  

This session will show how one instructor uses Google Forms & Sheets along with the Autocrat plugin to collect & share information with students to increase collaboration & feedback.