2025 L.O.P.E. CONFERENCE
Leading Online Pedagogy and Engagement
Welcome to the Leading Online Pedagogy and Engagement (L.O.P.E.) Conference, presented by the Department of Online Teaching and Learning at Grand Canyon University. The theme for the 2025 conference is “Empowering Education with Generative AI and Emerging Technologies.”
As education continues to evolve, generative AI and emerging technologies are reshaping the way we teach, learn, and engage with students. This year, we will explore how these advancements can enhance online pedagogy, create dynamic learning experiences, and equip educators with new tools for success.
AI has the power to personalize learning, streamline instructional design, and expand access to quality education—but how do we ensure these innovations are used ethically, equitably, and effectively? This conference will provide insight into the opportunities and challenges of AI in education, offering strategies to harness these tools for meaningful impact.
Join us as we reimagine the future of education, sharing best practices, engaging in thought-provoking discussions, and discovering ways technology can strengthen human connection, spark creativity, and support student success.
Together, let’s shape the next era of online learning—one where AI and emerging technologies empower educators, inspire students, and transform education for all.
Join Us May 8th & 9th! See you in…
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Conference Schedule
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Day 1: Faculty Development, AI Literacy & Ethics, Faith and Character
| Time | Session 1 | Session 2 | Session 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00 – 9:50 AM | Workshop AI as Your Teaching Assistant: Small Steps, Big Impact in Research Mentoring Presenter Name: Gwendolyn Dooley | Lecture Understanding AI Skills Labs for Faculty and Doctoral Excellence Presenter Names: Dr. Ken Sherman and Cat Lena | Demonstration AI Literacy and Faculty Development: A Multi-Faceted Approach at The Citadel Presenter Names: Andrew Zutell & Jessica Higdon |
| 10:00 – 10:50 AM | Lecture Supporting and Shaping a Microsoft 365 Copilot Program in Higher Education Presenter Name: Moriah Kent | Workshop Developing Leadership and Building Community with Faith and Character (includes AI) Presenter Name: Dr. Michael Sivertson | Lightning Talks (Faith & Ethics) – Using AI to Connect Scripture to Character Education – Toward a Responsible Integration of AI and Emerging Technologies Presenter Names: Cathryn Warren and Chayton Massic |
| 11:00 – 11:50 AM | Lecture Exploring the Ethical and Responsible Use of AI in the Online Classroom Presenter Name: Alexis Chontos | Roundtable From Resistance to Partnership: Using GPTs to Enhance Engagement and Assessment in the Modern Classroom Presenter Name: Patty Lester | Lightning Talks (Faculty Tools & Pedagogy) – HAL the Counselor: AI Literacy in Counseling – Personalized Learning through AI for Discussion Forums & CATs Presenter Names: Melissa Galica & Helen Teague |
| 12:00-12:50 PM | Workshop A.I. vs. AI: How I Built Smart Tools for Professors Without Losing Control Presenter Name: Isac Artzi | Presentation Balancing AI Benefits and Risks in Education (AIHRIAE + AIHRIAS) Presenter Name: Lynn Long | NO SESSION |
Day 2: Student Success, Curriculum Innovation & AI-Enhanced Teaching
| Time | Session 1 | Session 2 | Session 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00 – 9:50 AM | Lecture Integrating AI and Constructive Development for Student Success Presenter Name: William Rawe | Demonstration Generative AI in Curriculum Design Presenter Name Dr. Tetyana Escoto | Lecture Beyond Algorithms: Evaluating the Pedagogical Impact of Existing AI Personalization Presenter Name: Lessina Cline |
| 10:00 – 10:50 AM | Workshop From Trend to Transformation: How SoTL Drives Meaningful Teaching Innovation Presenter Names: Morgan McNaughton and Dr. Jean Mandernach | Demonstration Interactive, Personalized, and Fun: Using Quizizz for AI-Driven College Learning Presenter Name: Dr. Lucia Jacobs | Demonstration Enhancing Curriculum Design with Generative AI: Innovation in Higher Education Presenter Name: Ayad Saknee |
| 11:00 – 11:50 AM | Demonstration AImpact: Revolutionizing College Learning with AI Presenter Name: Kari Marks | Demonstration Using Custom Chatbots for Simulated Learning Experiences Presenter Name: Susan Purrington | NO SESSION |