Now that universities world-wide have embraced fully online courses, instructors and students are exploring and expanding tools for rich, inclusive, and equitable engagement. Beyond discussion boards and lectures, immersive ed tech tools can keep learners active, curious, and agents of their own achievement. This session provides examples and insights from two years of data collection on student learning and achievement developed with and supported by three specific ed tech applications.

Joanna Bauer, VP of Academic & Student Affairs | CAO/ ALO, Claremont Lincoln University
Donald Guy Robinson, Director of Digital Learning & Innovation, Claremont Lincoln University
Stephanie Varnon-Hughes, Dean of Teaching, Learning & Leadership, Claremont Lincoln University

What makes higher education, higher education? When whole degree programs go online, how can IHEs ensure that the education being provided is still “higher” education? At Reach University, we use instructional time for facilitating learner-led development–learning by discourse–not one-sided lecturing. We make homework directly applicable to and a reflection of practice. We emphasize intentional workplace-embedded application of theory to real-world situations. Investing in faculty practice is key to higher education, regardless of setting.

Liz Baham, University Provost, Reach University
Joe Ross, University President, Reach University