Schedule

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Exploring innovative strategies and tools that enhance student engagement and collaboration in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Take a breather and mingle with peers during our coffee break. It's the perfect opportunity to discuss the morning's insights, refresh, and energize yourself for the upcoming sessions.

Creative Teaching Practices
Technology-enhanced Learning

Student Contributions to Educational Innovation

Curriculum Innovation
Innovative Assessment Methods

Explore a dynamic display of research findings during our poster session. Presenters will be on-hand to explain their work, answer questions, and engage in enlightening discussions. Perfect for broadening your perspective on current scientific advancements.

Join us for a midday break where we will serve a variety of delicious, locally-sourced meals. This is a great chance to network, reflect on the morning's proceedings, and prepare for the afternoon's sessions.

Online Learner Behaviors: What Is Expected of Blended Learning Students? This panel will explore the behavioral expectations and responsibilities of students enrolled in blended learning courses. As the university expands its blended offerings, it is crucial to define clear norms that promote engagement, academic integrity, and learning effectiveness. Discussion topics will include: Should students be required to keep their cameras on during online classes? Should participation be limited to those using laptops (as opposed to mobile phones)? What constitutes an appropriate and safe learning environment (e.g., home, dorm, or designated on-campus classrooms)? How can student preparedness for blended learning be assessed or supported?

Defining the Learning Management System (LMS): One System for All? This panel will examine whether ULAB should officially endorse a single LMS for university-wide use. The discussion will weigh the advantages and disadvantages of standardization versus flexibility, and explore the university's long-standing experience with Moodle. Key questions include: Should ULAB have a single recognized LMS across all departments? What are the benefits and drawbacks of maintaining Moodle as the institutional LMS? How do faculty and student experiences vary across different LMS platforms? What support systems are required to ensure effective use of the chosen LMS?

Faculty Readiness and Requirements for Blended Learning This panel will address the institutional standards and expectations for faculty involvement in blended learning. The goal is to explore whether there should be minimum qualifications, training benchmarks, or course-level restrictions. Topics include: Should there be a threshold of training hours or certifications for faculty to qualify for teaching blended courses? Are certain subjects or levels (e.g., third- and fourth-year courses) more suitable for blended delivery? Should blended learning be limited to faculty with demonstrated digital competencies? How can ULAB support faculty in transitioning to blended models while ensuring quality and accountability?

This panel will gather HR professionals to discuss with faculty and students the employability skills gap hindering fresh graduates' job prospects. The goal is for final-year students and faculty to identify crucial skills sought by employers and integrate them into curricula, activities, or training, improving graduates' chances of securing suitable entry-level positions. Discussion topics will include: What types of employees do you hire for entry-level positions, and what types of knowledge, skills, and attitudes do you look for in fresh graduates? Among the recent applications and interviews you have conducted, what knowledge or skills are missing, or what types of attitudes cause the rejection of fresh graduates? Why do they fail to get their first job? How can fresh graduates or students improve their opportunities to get their first job? What types of skills, knowledge, or attitudes should they develop?

Our closing ceremony will provide an opportunity for reflection on the conference's key takeaways, with final remarks from the event organizers. We'll also be revealing awards and details for next year's conference.

Unwind and savor a delightful dinner while we host a prestigious speaker from the scientific community. This evening event offers an informal platform for learning, networking, and inspiration. The perfect blend of academia, food, and conversation.