702: Ask and Explore: Q&A and Demos with AU Instructional Designers

Date: Thursday, August 20

Time: 2:00 PM – 3:15 PM

Presenters: Olivia Elwell (Senior Instructional Designer, Office of Digital Learning and Strategy), Dominique Swann (Senior Instructional Designer, Office of Digital Learning and Strategy), Zhiping Zhang (Senior Instructional Designer, Office of Digital Learning and Strategy), Rachel Hudish (Senior Instructional Designer, Office of Digital Learning and Strategy) & Katherine Mahajan (Instructional Technology and AI Manager, Center for Faculty Excellence)

Session Description:

This drop-in session gives you the opportunity to connect directly with instructional designers from across AU in a relaxed, low-pressure environment. Each designer will host their own station, where you can ask questions, explore tools and resources, and receive practical support tailored to your specific course design needs. Whether you are working through a syllabus, rethinking an assignment, or exploring new approaches to student engagement, this session meets you where you are.

Stop by for five minutes or stay for the full session. No agenda is required—just bring your questions.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Connect with at least one instructional designer relevant to your school or course design needs.
2. Identify specific resources or next steps for a current course design challenge.
3. Begin or continue a working relationship with an instructional designer at AU.