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For many of us, one of the best benefits of being a member of the ITC is attending the Annual Conference. The conference is “right-sized” and razor-focused on online learning and EdTech at community colleges. There is something for everyone. We have a broad spectrum of attendees that have one thing in common: a passion for what they do. We want to learn more about what you are doing – what is a great success, partnership or even important lesson learned? Every year, I find so many valuable sessions to attend, get great ideas to bring back AND also enjoy outstanding keynote speakers and perennial favorites like the annual Grand Debate. It is also a fabulous friend-making and networking opportunity.
The next annual conference will be hosted by Austin (Texas) Community College March 13-15, 2026. There are a few new ideas with the upcoming conference – being hosted by a community college means we get to spend time on one of ACC’s 11 campus locations - - specifically, the Highland Campus - - AND we are shifting our conference to a Friday – Sunday event to minimize impacting your regular campus routine. I teach, and missing several days of classes is very disruptive. To be honest, we are also trying to avoid the ever-increasing costs of a conference hotel as well.
Registration will be opening soon – but we are accepting conference session proposals right now!!!! I truly hope you have already submitted a proposal, but if you haven’t yet, there is still time. The deadline for submitting is October 31st. I am providing a link to our ITC website to make it easier to learn more about the conference AND to submit a session proposal:
Learn more about the Annual eLearning Conference 2026
Hotel/lodging information – a VERY reasonable conference rate of $129/night
In addition, we had a great set of conference sponsors last year in Charleston , SC – and want to keep that momentum for this year’s conference. You will find our sponsor fee options on the conference webpage as well. If you have a relationship with a vendor, we’d appreciate your encouraging them to consider becoming a sponsor for this year’s ITC conference. An inquiry link is provided for those vendors interested – AND, we appreciate your help!!
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