Designing Engagement for Generation AI-Z

Generation AI-Z students aren’t “checked out” — they’re processing and participating differently. They value time for reflection before responding and thrive in environments that provide social learning feedback loops. This session introduces an andragogical model that supports these preferences while remaining AI-resilient, using asynchronous discussion spaces and multimedia responses to promote engagement and equity across online and on-campus settings. Participants will see how you can use AI enabled tools to serve as a central hub for these activities—enabling video, audio, and image-based discussions that reflect Gen AI-Z’s authentic communication style. The session will also demonstrate how AI-assisted, outcomes-based rubrics make learning visible, measurable, and more efficient for instructors.

Date: Tuesday, March 17th | 1:00 pm EST
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Title II and Digital Accessibility: The Next Steps for Colleges and Universities

Title II is nearly here, and the clock is ticking. By April 24, 2026, public colleges and universities that fall under a public entity with a total population of 50,000 or more must meet the Department of Justice’s updated Title II digital accessibility requirements. In this session, Simple Higher Ed and Level Access will unpack what that means in practice and where institutions should focus next. We’ll cover common accessibility pressure points across the digital campus, what schools should prioritize now, and how to build momentum across syllabi, course materials, and more. Guests  include Matthew Compton-Clark and Jon Avila. Matthew Compton-Clark is Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Simple Higher Ed, where he works with colleges and universities on scalable accessibility, compliance, and course management. He holds an MS in Management from the University of Illinois and a BS in Business Management from Colorado State University. Jon Avila is Level Access’s Chief Accessibility Officer, and with more than 20 years of experience he has supported numerous organizations in the development of digital accessibility initiatives. He is a member of the Accessibility Guidelines Working Group at the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C), where he helps develop Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) standards.

Date: Tuesday, March 31st | 1:00pm EST
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The Power of Sound: Scaling Student Success Through Audio Access and UDL

Text-to-speech (TTS) technology isn’t just an accommodation—it’s a competitive advantage for every learner. In this session, we sit down with Lincoln Land Community College to explore how they’ve integrated ReadSpeaker directly into their LMS to create a more inclusive, flexible digital campus.
We’ll dive into how providing "audio-first" options for assessments, documents, and course content can:
  • Boost Comprehension: Help students process complex information more effectively.
  • Increase Flexibility: Enable "on-the-go" learning for busy, modern students.
  • Drive UDL Principles: Move beyond labels to support diverse learning styles and neurodiversity

Date: Tuesday, April 21st | 1:00pm EST
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