OLC Elevate: Free Virtual Conference (Day 1)

The Online Learning Consortium is offering OLC Elevate 2026 as a fully virtual, accessible experience. Co-hosted by Tarleton State University and Rockford University, this two-day virtual experience tackles the most pressing shifts in digital learning. 

• All sessions are held in Zoom with 15-minute breaks between concurrent sessions.
• All sessions will be recorded and available for on-demand viewing for nine (9) months post-event.

Tuesday, August 4, 2026

Theme: Rethinking the Learning Enterprise: From Institutions to Ecosystems

Explore how learning moves beyond institutional bounds into flexible, AI-mediated ecosystems. This day focuses on the “big picture” -- governance, infrastructure, and the strategy required to lead a digital enterprise.

• Track #1: Reimagining Learning Models: Online, Blended, and AI-Enabled Experiences
• Track #2: Governing the Learning Ecosystem: Strategy, Leadership & Trust
• Track #3: Designing the Technology Ecosystem: Platforms, Tools, and AI-Enabled Innovation

Thursday, August 6, 2026

Theme: Bridging Innovation: Transforming Education through Digital Learning and AI Integration

Turn innovative theory into instructional practice. This day serves as a deep dive into the human-centered design and pedagogical shifts required to integrate AI responsibly into the student experience.

• Track #1: Reimagining Learning: Pedagogy & Learning Design
• Track #2: Leading Transformation: Strategy, Leadership & Organizational Change
• Track #3: Enabling Innovation: Technology, Data & Learning Ecosystems

Register online with OLC

If you do not have an OLC account, you may need to create one with your UMBC email address to ensure you are affiliated with UMBC's OLC membership. Additional benefits of an OLC membership include free webinars and on-demand recordings.