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 (registration required)
    Location: Guthrie Hall—Includes light breakfast and lunch.

Registration:

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Keynote: Flower Darby

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

Whether you're new to online teaching or a seasoned instructor, small but intentional changes can significantly enhance student engagement, learning, and equity in online and hybrid courses. As we cultivate authenticity, integrity, and resilience, we’ll explore practical strategies—brief learning activities, minor course modifications, and simple interaction techniques—that support both student and instructor well-being. You'll leave with actionable, time-efficient ideas that make a big impact without overwhelming you or your students.

About Flower Darby: Educator | Author | Speaker

Flower Darby is a passionate advocate for effective, inclusive teaching in all modalities. As Associate Director of the Teaching for Learning Center at the University of Missouri and a longtime educator with over 28 years of experience, she helps faculty create equitable, engaging learning experiences. She is the author of Small Teaching Online and The Norton Guide to Equity-Minded Teaching and is a sought-after keynote speaker.  Learn more about Flower Darby.

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Faculty Presentations

The 9th annual Distance Education Summit will have Faculty presentations, Lightning Rounds with Faculty and Staff,  and a Student Panel.  Come see what we have prepared for you. 

Presentations, Lightning Rounds, and Student Panels

  • Authentic assessments or project-based assignments that reflect real-world applications
  • Strategies for collaborative group work in online courses
  • Techniques for fostering meaningful engagement in asynchronous discussions
  • Insights from a recent external workshop or training worth sharing
  • Demonstrations of integrating emerging tools to support student success
  • Discussion on strategies that promote resilience among online educators and students
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Schedule: TBA

Return here for schedule of events with Zoom links.

 

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