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SUMMARY:2025 L.O.P.E. Conference (Leading Online Pedagogy and Engagement)
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to the 2025 L.O.P.E. Conference (Leading Online Pedagogy and Engagement) at Grand Canyon University! This FREE two-day virtual conference will explore innovative teaching strategies\, AI integration\, ethics\, student success\, and curriculum innovation — all centered on our shared commitment to excellent online pedagogy. \n📍 Day 1: Faculty Development\, AI Literacy & Ethics\, Faith and Character \nThursday\, May 8\, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 12:50 PM \n9:00 – 9:50 AM (choose one): \n\nWorkshop: AI as Your Teaching Assistant: Small Steps\, Big Impact in Research Mentoring\nPresenter: Gwendolyn Dooley\nLecture: Understanding AI Skills Labs for Faculty and Doctoral Excellence\nPresenters: Ken Sherman & Cat Lena\nDemonstration: AI Literacy and Faculty Development: A Multi-Faceted Approach at The Citadel\nPresenters: Andrew Zutell & Jessica Higdon\n\n10:00 – 10:50 AM (choose one): \n\nLecture: Supporting and Shaping a Microsoft 365 Copilot Program in Higher Education\nPresenter: Moriah Kent\nWorkshop: Developing Leadership and Building Community with Faith and Character (includes AI)\nPresenter: Michael Sivertson\nLightning Talks (Faith & Ethics):\nUsing AI to Connect Scripture to Character Education\nToward a Responsible Integration of AI and Emerging Technologies\nPresenters: Cathryn Warren & Chayton Massic\n\n11:00 – 11:50 AM (choose one): \n\nLecture: Exploring the Ethical and Responsible Use of AI in the Online Classroom\nPresenter: Alexis Chontos\nRoundtable: From Resistance to Partnership: Using GPTs to Enhance Engagement and Assessment in the Modern Classroom\nPresenter: Patty Lester\nLightning Talks (Faculty Tools & Pedagogy):\nHAL the Counselor: AI Literacy in Counseling\nPersonalized Learning through AI for Discussion Forums & CATs\nUse of Artificial Intelligence and Legal Education\nPresenters: Melissa Galica\, Helen Teague\, & Rezarta “Rez” Mataj\n\n12:00 – 12:50 PM: \n\nWorkshop: I. vs. AI: How I Built Smart Tools for Professors Without Losing Control\nPresenter: Isac Artzi\n\n📍 Day 2: Student Success\, Curriculum Innovation & AI-Enhanced Teaching \nFriday\, May 9\, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 11:50 AM \n9:00 – 9:50 AM (choose one): \n\nLecture: Integrating AI and Constructive Development for Student Success\nPresenter: William Rawe\nDemonstration: Generative AI in Curriculum Design\nPresenter: Tetyana Escoto\nLecture: Beyond Algorithms: Evaluating the Pedagogical Impact of Existing AI Personalization\nPresenter: Lessina Cline\n\n10:00 – 10:50 AM (choose one): \n\nWorkshop: From Trend to Transformation: How SoTL Drives Meaningful Teaching Innovation\nPresenters: Morgan McNaughton & Dr. Jean Mandernach\nDemonstration: Interactive\, Personalized\, and Fun: Using Quizizz for AI-Driven College Learning\nPresenter: Lucia Jacobs\nDemonstration: Enhancing Curriculum Design with Generative AI: Innovation in Higher Education\nPresenter: Ayad Saknee\n\n11:00 – 11:50 AM (choose one): \n\nDemonstration: AImpact: Revolutionizing College Learning with AI\nPresenter: Kari Marks\nDemonstration: Using Custom Chatbots for Simulated Learning Experiences\nPresenter: Susan Purrington\nPresentation: Balancing AI Benefits and Risks in Education (AIHRIAE + AIHRIAS)\nPresenter: Lynn Long\n\nWe hope you’ll join us in this dynamic and forward-looking experience as we lead the conversation on the future of AI in higher education.
URL:https://www.canyonpd.com/events/2025-l-o-p-e-conference-leading-online-pedagogy-and-engagement/2025-05-08/
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