9th Annual District-Wide Distance Education Summit 

Flyer with hot air balloon ascending over a mountain range. Save the Date: March 7, 2025. Come up for AIR (Authenticity, Integrity, and Resilience) with the VCCCD DE Summit hosted by Ventura College. Keynote spearker and author of Small teaching: Flower Darby. Professional headshot of Flower Darby. For more information contact VCDEFacultyHelp@vcccd.edu

March 7th, 2025 | 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 

 

Hosted by Ventura College: 

  1. Online (Zoom), OR
  2. In-Person Viewing Room at Ventura College
    Location: Guthrie Hall—Includes light breakfast and lunch.

Register: 2025 DE Summit Registration Form   

  • Please register for the DE Summit even if you are watching online so that we have accurate attendance and accessibility requests properly reported.

DE Summit Schedule
Time Event Description & Link
8:30-9:00 AM Light Breakfast

In-person only, registration required.
Guthrie Hall, Ventura College
9:00-9:15 AM Welcome

Ventura College Vice President of Academic Affairs, Gregory Anderson

🔗 Zoom Link TBA
9:15-10:45 AM

🌟 Keynote: Flower Darby 

Small Teaching Online: Practical Strategies to Promote Equitable Student Engagement and Learning

Flower Darby siting on steps holding a coffee traveler mug

Whether you’re new to online teaching or a seasoned pro, renowned author and educator Flower Darby will share small but impactful strategies to boost student engagement, learning, and equity in online and hybrid courses. With a focus on authenticity, integrity, and resilience, you'll walk away with actionable, time-efficient ideas that support both student and instructor well-being.

🔗 Keynote Zoom Link TBA
10:45-11:15 AM Break Break
11:15 AM-12:00 PM 💡Concurrent Workshops
  • Using Notebook AI in Your Classroom: Plan Lessons, Create Assignments & Podcasts! 
    (J.     Horn and T. Bosket: Moorpark College)
    • 🔗 Notebook AI Zoom Link TBA
  • AI policy: Defining your boundaries 
    (M. Beard: Ventura College)
    • 🔗 AI Policy Zoom Link TBA
  • Enhancing Online Spaces to Support Students' Diverse Needs 
    (Dr. Benavides / Williams-Nettles: Oxnard) 
    • 🔗 Supporting Students Zoom Link TBA
  • Jamworks – A new way to learn
    (N. Streeper: Oxnard College)
    • 🔗 Jamworks Zoom link TBA
12:00-12:30 PM Lunch Break

In-Person Only: Lunch box, mingling, and idea swapping (must register)

Guthrie Hall, VC
12:30-2:00 PM ⚡Lightning Rounds

Join for quick 5-10 minute presentations on the following innovative topics:

  • Research Posters as a Tool for Engagement, Communication, and Authentic Assessment 
    (M.Branda: Ventura College)  
  • The Learn From Your Peers Program: A Collaborative Approach to Faculty Development
    (    R.Petifils: Ventura College)
  • GradeSynch: Submitting final grades through Canvas! 
    (M.Rose: Boldyn)
  • Create Awesome PowerPoints with AI Tools 
    (T. O’Connor: Ventura College) 
  • Teaching Online Re-Certification: A CTE Faculty Perspective 
    (B. Schloo; A. Olson-Pacheco: Ventura College)
  • Unlocking Access with Accessibility Checkers:
    (S. Ruiz, Moorpark College; S. Oxford: Ventura College) 

🔗 Lightning Rounds Zoom Link TBA


Hosted by Jennifer Garner (Ventura College)
2:00-2:10 PM Break Break
2:10-3:00 PM 🎙️Student Panel

Hear directly from VCCCD students about their experiences in online and hybrid classes. Gain valuable insights into what supports their learning, fosters engagement, and helps them thrive.

Moderator: Brook Masters (Ventura College)

🔗 ​​​​​​​Student Panel Zoom Link TBA (Same as Lightning Rounds)
3:00 PM Closing

Closing Comments

Swag giveaway (in-person only)  

 

 

 

 

 

 

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