This session highlights a hands-on faculty pilot using the free and paid versions of Microsoft Copilot, the free versions of Grammarly and TeacherMatic, a tool provided by the System Office. Learn how these tools can be used to support instruction, streamline faculty workflows, and improve student engagement. We'll share early insights, practical use cases, and how faculty are responding to these tools in their everyday teaching. (Recorded 6.19.25)

This session showcases a dynamic suite of instructional technology tools that support learner engagement and instructional design in digital classrooms. Join us as we explore platforms that transform passive learning into active participation. We’ll also highlight versatile tools to support content creation, formative assessment, and guided instruction. (Recorded 6.18.25)

In this session we will hear from faculty on how to adopt and implement OER resources in your course. We will go over where to find and how to evaluate OER for the best possible outcomes. We will cover new and emerging technologies to foster learning and engagement in the online classroom. (Recorded 6.18.25)

While it's an uphill battle to some extent, there are ways faculty can adapt their course activities and assessment, and technology that can help. (Recorded 6.17.25)

This session covers AI policies and data governance, focusing on ethical and effective use of AI in education. Attendees will learn best practices for managing data, protecting privacy, and complying with local college policies. (Recorded 6.18.25)

This session covers proctoring applications and IT security standards. We will review contract agreements related to IT security requirements and best practices for implementing protocols to protect information and prevent unauthorized access. Join us to explore solutions that balance effective proctoring with strong security measures, ensuring academic honesty and data protection. (Recorded 6.18.25)

An interactive session designed to dive deeper into specifi c AI-related topics through case studies, group discussions, and scenario-based problem-solving. Engage with colleagues to explore real-world AI-related challenges in education. (Recorded 6.18.25)

A thought-provoking keynote exploring the ethical landscape of AI, including privacy, bias, misinformation, and its role in higher education. This session challenges participants to think critically about the responsible use of AI and the impact on students, faculty, and institutional values. (Recorded 6.17.25)

In this presentation, we will discuss the updates for the Math Accessibility Guide and the Online Accessibility Guide. We will also discuss the other products and services available from the VLC PD Center. (Recorded 6.17.25)

The priorities for online learning vary significantly across different sectors. This presentation will delve into how our educational institutions are tailoring their online learning strategies to meet specific objectives and address unique challenges. We will explore future markets of importance, identifying key trends and innovations that are shaping the future of online education. Attendees will gain insight into sector-specific priorities. (Recorded 6.18.25)

Join us to explore the current status of distance learning at 58 community colleges and compare them with CHLOE project findings on online education's evolution. We'll showcase successful programs, highlighting design, support, and technology integration that improve student success and retention. We'll gain insights into best practices for enhancing our online learning initiatives. (Recorded 6.19.25)

Come learn the fundamentals of successful grant application and management. Topics will include: best practices on how to find and manage grants, sharing of resources to assist with writing and winning grant awards, tips for writing competitive proposals, and updates from the NC Community College System Office. Dr. Butler will share various tips as an SME on federal, state, and philanthropic grants. (Recorded 6.17.25)

Join Dr. Cox for a general update on the state of the system, including the status of the budget negotiations and Propel NC. (Recorded 6.19.25)

From AI-powered design assistants and smart conversation tools to real-time accessibility enhancements, we’ll showcase how these features support equitable instruction, reduce faculty workload, and personalize learning at scale. You’ll gain insight into how these tools are built on pedagogical best practices and ethical AI principles—empowering instructors to better meet the diverse needs of students. (Recorded 6.19.25)

As online learning continues to evolve, student development and success hinge on three critical factors: faculty engagement, quality course design, and the strategic use of AI. This session will explore how faculty can cultivate meaningful connections in digital spaces, leverage research-based design strategies to create engaging learning experiences, and harness AI-driven tools to enhance student support and learning outcomes. (Recorded 6.19.25)

This session emphasizes the importance of evaluation as a tool for improving college initiatives. Participants will examine the purpose of evaluation, explore methods for assessing program theory, implementation, and impact, and discuss how evaluation findings can inform decision-making. Through case studies, attendees will gain insights into using evaluation to enhance program effectiveness and achieve desired outcomes. (Recorded 6.17.25)

This session examines how learning analytics can track engagement, identify risk factors, and trigger interventions to improve retention and outcomes. We'll also delve into the significant impact of North Carolina’s Career and College Promise (CCP) program, which has driven a 10% increase in enrollment and a 24% boost in credential attainment—making it a critical funding source for NC community colleges. (Recorded 6.17.25)

Explore how building accessible environments goes far beyond color contrast and alt-text. He will consider the impact that accessibility can have on your learner population as a whole, and explore some more commonly forgotten parts of the accessibility conversation, including limitations due to technology type, technology literacy, and more. (Recorded 6.18.25)

This session explores the importance of collaboration across K-12, higher education, and workforce development to create a more cohesive learning journey. By aligning educational experiences with career pathways, institutions can better support student success and workforce readiness. We will discuss the evolving role of technology, the need for greater connectivity between education levels, and the impact of a more unified approach to lifelong learning. (Recorded 6.17.25)

In this session, learn how Brightspace’s Creator+ advanced content authoring engine can help instructors or faculty drive student engagement without the need for coding skills, and leverages AI to make it even easier to build interactive experiences. Creator+ (with H5P) allows course designers to create in-line interactive elements (hotspots, branching scenarios, drag-and-drops, etc.), recommend new assessment ideas and suggest outcomes to be aligned to the course. (Recorded 6.18.25)

Instructors and administrators are facing mounting pressure to improve learning outcomes, often with limited time and resources. AI offers an efficient solution to these challenges, creating meaningful benefits across the educational setting. However, while AI indisputably presents powerful opportunities, it’s critical to address concerns around transparency, bias, and ethics. (Recorded 6.18.25)

This session will highlight seven VLC Continuing Education courses that lead to credentialing opportunities. On the curriculum side, three developmental courses are scheduled to be finalized this summer. In addition, production of a new Basic Skills course is underway. The session will also provide an overview of how courses are identified for development and how to request access to the courses. (Recorded 6.19.25)

In this session, we will explore the role of technology in meeting the evolving needs of learners at two-year colleges. Even before the pandemic, institutions were at a crossroads. Now, student needs have shifted quickly and dramatically, and the expansion of online learning as well as the growing adoption of AI tools in the workplace and classroom have created their own set of risks and opportunities. (Recorded 6.19.25)

This presentation provides updates and new requirements for state authorization compliance and will discuss potential changes mentioned during the 2024 Department of Education’s Negotiated Rulemaking. (Recorded 6.7.24)

Join the VLC's State Authorization Team in this breakout session to hear about resources available through the VLC and recent updates. (Recorded 6.18.25)