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Achieving Quality Matters Certification in Forensic Science Courses

Dr. Amy J. Heston, Professor of Inorganic Chemistry at Walsh University in North Canton Ohio, presented at the QM Research Online Conference. The title of the session was “Research and Innovation in Forensic Science: Achieving Quality Matters Course Certification.” Heston completed the Quality Matters (QM) Teaching Online Certificate and is a QM Master Reviewer in […]
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Impact of Synchronous Instructor Presence on Online Learning

“Critical Review: The Effect of Synchronous Instructor Presence on Student Learning” is the title of the QM Research Online Conference session I watched tonight. Drs. Enoch Park and Mary Ellen Dello Stritto presented along with Lidija Krebs-Lazendic, Director of Graduate Diploma in Psychology at the University of New South Wales. Park is at UNC Charlotte […]
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Student Perspectives 2.0: Insights from QM Conference

Penny Ralston-Berg spoke at the Quality Matters (QM) Research Connect conference about the student perspectives 2.0 survey. There were 124 respondents at six institutions. Most had taken numerous online courses, and participants listed a wide range of confort with technology. Participants defined learner-centered design as having clear expectations, designed experience, relevant content, meaningful context, accessible […]
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Student Insights: QM Standards and Online Learning Experience

I continued watching the Quality Matters (QM) Research Online Conference. Tonight I watched the session “Student Perceptions of QM Standards on Engagement and Learning” with Daisyane Barreto and Sheri Conklin from the University of North Carolina, Wilmington. Barreto asked what elements of online course design are important for students. Organization and consistency help with the […]
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Exploring Mentoring Needs for Instructional Designers

Tonight I watched the Quality Matters conference session titled “Mentoring Instructional Designers in Higher Education: A Needs Assessment.” Barbara Frey, Assistant Professor at the School of Education of Point Park University and Rae Mancilla, Executive Director of Online Learning at the University of Pittsburgh shared findings from a survey they conducted. The defined professional mentoring […]
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Impact of Quality Assurance on Student Success at CSU East Bay

I started watching tonight Quality Matters (QM) conference sessions from last month. The title of the one I watched tonight was “Examining the Impact of a Quality Assurance Initiative on Student Success.” Cheryl Saelee, Senior eLearning Specialist at California State University – East Bay, has 70+ online/hybrid programs and certificates. TheCSU East Bay campuses enroll […]
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Enhancing STEM Education: Insights from Doane University’s Open Learning Academy

Tonight I watched the Quality Matters (QM) session titled “Ensuring Quality in STEM and Beyond: inside Doane University’s Open Learning Academy.” Jim Snyder from QM introduced the session and shared QM resources including free resources and events. Dr. Catlin Runne-Janczy, the Chief Academic Officer with Science Interactive introduced the speakers: Dr. Andrea Holmes and Erin […]
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Understanding Regular and Substantive Interaction in Course Design

QM has provided several wonderful webinars and ideas for me to consider. Tonight I watched the recording for the session “Incorporating Regular and Substantive Interaction (RSI) into Course Design and Delivery.” Jenny Davis from the University of Cincinnati presented an interactive session. Davis explained that in July of 2021, the US Department of Education defined […]
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Insights from CHLOE 9: Driving Online Learning Strategies

Tonight I started watching the recording for the CHLOE 9 – Strategy Shift: Institutions respond to sustained online demand webinar. Bethany Simunich, Vice President of Innovation and Research presented on the latest updates. There were several presenters: Bethany Simunich, PhD, Vice President of Innovation and Research, Quality Matters; Richard Garrett, Eduventures Chief Research Officer, Encoura; […]
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AI in Education: Expert Panel Highlights from the QM Connect Conference

Tonight I continued watching the QM Connect Conference session “The Future of AI: Shaping the Next Generation of Education.” The panelists included Roxana Medieros, Megan Van Buskirk, Jason Neiffer, Rob Gibson, and Siobahn Grady. Gibson spoke about including a “broad curriculum swath” in the committee for AI guidance needed on campuses. Grady spoke about guidance and committees at […]
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