NATIONAL DISTANCE LEARNING WEEK
The University of Toledo is excited to celebrate National Distance Learning Week 2025! Each year, UToledo joins institutions across the country in partnership with the National Distance Learning Association to spotlight the power of online education. This annual event brings the Rocket community together for a week of activities that share best practices, celebrate success stories, and explore the future of digital learning.
monday, nov. 3
Kick-off day: Discover UToledo Online!
Stop by our information table to explore the many opportunities and support available for online learners at The University of Toledo. Learn about helpful resources, get tips for thriving in the digital learning space, and chat with our team about your questions. Whether you’re taking one online class or completing a fully online degree, see how UToledo empowers Rockets to succeed from anywhere, no campus required—and don’t miss your chance to spin the prize wheel for UToledo Online swag!
Student Union (Food court area)
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
tuesday, nov. 4
faculty appreciation day
UToledo Online is proud to celebrate the incredible faculty and staff who bring innovation, dedication, and excellence to online teaching and learning. Watch your inbox for an email invitation to this special event to recognize those who have developed new online courses and programs, advanced professional development initiatives, and achieved the milestone of Quality Matters course certification. It’s our way of saying thank you for the impact you make on our students and the future of online learning.
wednesday, nov. 5
blackboard day
UToledo Online is bringing Blackboard to campus for an exclusive site visit, and faculty won’t want to miss it! Dive into interactive workshops led by Blackboard experts, discover new ways to elevate your courses, and get an insider’s look at the future of the platform during a dynamic Roadmap Lunch & Learn. Register by session: morning, lunch, afternoon, or for all 3!
Seats are limited—only the first 60 registrants will secure a spot in each session. Register by Oct. 29 be part of this high-energy, forward-thinking event! Click the registration button to select your sessions
Blackboard Workshop Series Registration
Agenda:
Morning Session | 9 - 11:30 a.m.
- 9 - 10 a.m. Assessment Essentials: Tests, Pools, and Settings
- 10 - 10:30 a.m. Blackboard Office Hours: Ask the Experts from Blackboard and UToledo Online!
- 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. AI in Ultra: Save Time, Engage Students
Lunch & Learn | 12 - 1 p.m.
- 11:30 a.m. - Noon Boxed lunches available
- 12 - 1 p.m. Blackboard Ultra Roadmap
- 1 - 1:30 p.m. Networking
Afternoon Session | 1:30 - 4:30 p.m.
- 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. From Columns to Calculations: Navigating the Ultra Gradebook
- 230 - 3:30 p.m. Blackboard Office Hours: Ask the Experts from Blackboard and UToledo Online!
- 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Accessibility Made Simple: Practical Tools in Blackboard Ally
thursday, nov. 6
instructional design day
Celebrate innovation and excellence in online teaching during Instructional Design Day! This special event features a series of faculty-led webinars alongside sessions from UToledo’s instructional design team. Hear success stories from colleagues who are transforming their courses, discover creative strategies and best practices, and explore tools that enhance the online learning experience. Join us to learn, share, and be inspired by the achievements of our Rocket faculty. Register by Tuesday, Nov. 4 using the links below
10 - 10:30 a.m. Webinars (Pick one):
Quality Matters: Quality Assurance for Online Course Design
Beyond the Screen: How Meaningful Assignments Drive Student Engagement Online
10:45 - 11:15 a.m. Webinars (Pick one):
Leveraging Artificial Intelligence to Enhance Course Design
Improving Accessibility in Online Courses
Engagement Strategies for Instructional Videos: Introducing the A-POISE Model
11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Webinars (Pick one):
Unlocking Engagement: Award-Winning Strategies for Active Learning in Ultra
Empowering Students with Real-world Group Work as Authentic Assessment
Launching the Capstone MBA course in the online environment
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Webinar
Flash Talk: Transform Learner Interaction with Ultra AI Tools
friday, nov. 7
online student appreciation day
At UToledo, our students are at the heart of everything we do—no matter where they learn. In honor of Student Appreciation Day, we’re celebrating our online Rockets by sending a UToledo flag to our upcoming online graduates. It’s our way of sharing your Rocket pride! Keep an eye on your mailbox and know that you’ll always be part of the UToledo family!