Building Better Online Programs: Insights from the National Standards for Quality

Tuesday, February 25, 2025

3:00 PM – 3:35 PM East Coast USA Time

Location: Skyline 1

Session Type: Table Talks

Presenter(s)

Cynthia Hamblin

Director
Virtual Learning Leadership Alliance
SOUTHPORT, North Carolina, United States
Dr. Christopher Harrington

Senior Director of Innovative School Design
Michigan Virtual
Lansing, Michigan, United States
Amy Michalowski (she/her/hers)

Dean
VHS Learning
Maynard, Massachusetts, United States

If you selected Cutting-Edge, what innovative ideas, approaches, or methodologies will your session introduce or explore?: Participants will discuss real-world challenges they face in implementing the National Standards for Quality Online Programs, allowing for practical insights and new strategies or take aways that can be directly applied to their programs.

Abstract Description :

As virtual learning opportunities expand, ensuring quality standards are in place is vital for an effective educational experience. This Table Talk will serve as a platform to discuss the key elements of a quality online learning program. We will examine how the National Standards for Quality Online Programs (NSQOP) provide a comprehensive framework to enhance program quality. Participants will discuss which NSQOP standards and indicators they find most challenging to implement. This session encourages attendees to share their experiences and insights on aligning practices with the NSQOP, fostering a collaborative atmosphere for collective learning.

If someone was doing a search for your session in the program what 5 words might they use to search for and find your session.: Quality
Virtual learning
Online Learning
Standards
Best Practices

Learning Objectives:

Participants will enhance their understanding of what defines a high-quality online learning program, with a particular focus on the National Standards for Quality Online Programs (NSQOP).
Participants will identify common challenges in implementing NSQOP standards, exchange best practices, and strengthen their ability to implement the NSQOP locally through peer discussions and shared experiences shared during the Table Talk.