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When Data Tells a Story: There and Back Again
Presented byMark Griffith, Educational Technology Integration Specialist, Kershaw County School District Date @ Time : Thursday, July 23, 10:00 – 10>40 AM. Room: Hyatt Regency 2nd Floor Keenland Session Description Districts collect more student data than ever before, yet many Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) still…
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Canvas Legends: A Student-Driven Recognition Model for LMS Excellence
Presented by: Crystal DeJaegher, Associate Director Teaching and Learning Technologies University of Notre Dame Steven Varela, Director Teaching and Learning Technologies University of Notre Dame Date @ Time: 4:20 - 5:00 pm Room: M104 Session Description Learn how Notre Dame's Teaching & Learning Technologies (TLT) team…
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Uncovering Hidden Gems in Canvas: Workflows You Didn't Know You Already Have
Presented by: @Kellen Hansen, Canvas Principal Product Specialist, Instructure @Dalma_Schnell, Canvas Product Manager, Instructure @teryn_odom, Canvas Group Product Manager, Instructure @Carly Steenstra, Product Marketing Manager, Instructure Date & Time: Higher Education: Thursday, July 23rd at 2:30 PM ET (Make sure to…
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Architecture for the Mind: Building Neuro-Inclusive Paths in Canvas
Presented by: Aimée Stork, Sr. Manager, Online Education & Training, Joni and Friends Date @ Time: Wednesday, July 22nd, 3:25-4:05pm Room: M111 Session Description Neurodiversity is not a challenge to be managed; it is a perspective to be designed for. For instructional designers, creating a "low-friction" environment is…
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Do They Click? Data-Informed Decision-Making for Learner Engagement and Motivation
Presented by Jess Kahlow, PhD, Customer Success Manager, Cidi Labs / Adjunct Assistant Professor, University of Texas at Arlington Hugh Kellam, PhD, Assistant Professor, University of Texas at Arlington Carlos Hernandez, Graduate Student, University of Texas at Arlington Serena De Leon, Graduate Student, University of…
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From Tool Fatigue to Tech Transparency: Auditing and Managing Your District’s Digital Ecosystem
Presented by April Burton, Instructional Technology Content Leader, Francis Howell School District Date: 07/23/2026 @ 2 :30 pm – 3 :10 pm Location: Hyatt Regency 2nd Floor Kentucky Suite(Oaks/Derby) Session Description As digital tool libraries expand, districts face a critical challenge: How do we ensure equity,…
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First Out the Gate: Fast track course design with Canvas Course Wizard
Presented by Lauren Andrews, Senior IT Support Consultant, University of Iowa Emily McKeag, Senior IT Support Consultant, University of Iowa Jesse Nicholson, Senior IT Support Consultant, University of Iowa Date @ Time: 07/22/2026 @ 10 :00 am Room: M111 Session Description The University of Iowa has developed a…
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Create Seamless Pathways to Workforce Readiness with Canvas and Parchment Digital Badges
Presented by: Jason Gildner, Principal Product Specialist, Instructure Dr. Michael Trest, VP of Innovation & Instructional Design, Jones County Jr. College Date & Location: Wednesday, July 22nd at 3:25pm - 4:05pm Room: [To be announced—check the official agenda for room assignment!] Session Description In partnership with…
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Teach the Course You Want: A Practical Canvas Workflow for Sustainable Course Design
Courses are expected to evolve, but most are not built to handle that reality. Learning outcomes shift, technologies change, and student expectations move quickly, yet many courses still rely on fixed textbook structures that assume stability. When those structures no longer fit, even small updates turn into major rework.…
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Mastery Connect for Administrators: Leveraging Assessment Data for Real Instructional Change
Presented by Cat Shoun, EdTech Facilitator, Knox County Schools (Knoxville, TN) Date @ Time : Wednesday, July 22, 2026 @ 3 :25- 4:05 PM Room: Hyatt Regency 2nd Floor Gulfstream Hialeah Session Description Many school leaders are already using Mastery Connect to support assessment practices, but the platform also offers…
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Stronger & Clearer: Using Knowledge Mobility to Deepen Discussion in the Age of AI
Presented by Kelly Bonifield, Instructional Coach, Noblesville Schools Date @ Time : : 07/23/2026 @ 02 :30 pm Room: Hyatt Regency 2nd Floor Keenland Session Description In an era where information is instantly accessible, students must develop the ability to move, refine, and strengthen knowledge through discussion. This…
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Engaging K-12 Learners with Interactive Video in Canvas Studio
Hi! I'm Karina. I absolutely LOVE Canvas Studio and want to share it with you! My Session: This session explores how K-12 users can leverage Canvas Studio to create engaging, interactive video experiences. Discover how to embed questions, spark discussions, and use analytics to inform instruction and enhance student…
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Ready, Set, Prompt: Work Smarter with IgniteAI in Canvas
Presented by Jacqueline Coolidge & Deepa Prasad, Product Marketing, Instructure Olivia Kido & Gergely Tar, Product Management, Instructure Kyle Cole & Daniel Guillot, Solution Engineering, Instructure Hilary Simon & Danny Wahl, Product Specialists, Instructure Date and Time: Wednesday, July 22nd at 3:25 pm Session…
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Gamifying Biology: Bringing Life to Life in Canvas!
Gamifying Biology: Bringing Life to Life in Canvas! Presented by Bessie RiveraAssistant Vice President of Program Development Northbridge University Date @ Time : Wed, Jul 22 at 10:00 a.m. Room: M104 Session Description Discover how Northbridge University transformed a traditional online Biology course into an immersive…
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The Accessibility Sprint: Proactive Design for Every Canvas User
Presented by: Darcie Priester, Coordinator of Professional Learning, Manassas Park City Schools Date & Time: Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at 10:55 AM Room: Hyatt Regency 2nd Floor — Kentucky Suite (Oaks/Derby) Session Description Don’t let accessibility feel like a hurdle. This session redefines your workflow by moving beyond…