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Designing Videos with Intention: Reflections from OLC Innovate

In early March, I had the opportunity to attend OLC Innovate, a virtual conference centered on innovative ideas and best practices for online and digital learning. One session that particularly resonated with me was “Lights, Camera, Learn! Transforming Online Education Through Strategic Video Design” (Cisneros et al., 2026), a multimedia-focused presentation led by a team from Angelo State University and the American College of Education.

Data as a Connective Tool: Lessons from the SUNY Online Summit

Written by CEN-SLATINAL on March 2, 2026. Posted in blog, conference, Instructional Design, teaching online.

The 2026 SUNY Online Summit took place in late February, and a theme that emerged was how data is most powerful when it connects people to insight and action.

Rather than treating data as mechanical reporting or a compliance requirement, presenters consistently showed how data can function as an informative signal that helps us better understand learners, support faculty and staff, and strengthen programs. When used well, data sets the stage for better questions and informed decisions.