8:00 - 9:00

Registration Check-In + Pre-Event Networking Coffee

12:10 - 12:40

Session
Shaping the Future of Open LMS: A Community Feedback Forum
Jaslyn Hughes, Global Manager, Customer Value Design at Open LMS

Join us for an interactive focus group where we’ll explore experiences, insights, and ideas for the future of Open LMS. Through open discussion guided by key questions, we aim to gather valuable feedback to enhance our products and services.

12:40 - 13:40

Lunchtime Networking

Lunch will be served.

9:00 - 9:10

Lyceum of the Philippines University Welcome Remarks
Dr. Jennifer D. Tucpi (VPAA)

11:40 - 12:10

Session
Empowering Basic Education through EdTech Initiatives: Tagumpay National High School’s Success Stories
Ms. Ann Michelle Medina, PeLS Regional Coordinator, Visayas at Tagumpay National High School 

A school as a system isn't just structure; it's collaboration in motion - every gear turning toward a shared goal. Listen to transformative stories about how to help teachers streamline their strategies. The session will explore best practices that impact teachers’ use of technology, the overall school culture, the design of professional development programs, and access to technological resources.

9:40 - 10:10

Session
Enhancing Digital Learning: Best Practices in myLPU at Lyceum of the Philippines University Manila
Mr. Danilo Balaysoche from the College of International Tourism and Hospitality Management at Lyceum of the Philippines University - Manila

This session will showcase the innovative teaching strategies and transformative approaches implemented by faculty at LPU Manila using the myLPU e-Learning. It will share insights on how myLPU has been effectively utilized to enhance course delivery, improve student engagement, and streamline academic workflows. Attendees will gain practical knowledge on best practices that can be applied to optimize digital learning experiences and foster a more interactive and dynamic online education environment.

13:40 - 14:10

Session
A story from Trinity University of Asia – with AI in academia, what does 
that mean for academic integrity?
Engr. May Anne Ong-Laciste, 
Manager, Trinitian Center for Education and Technology at Trinity University of Asia

With AI-generated content growing at an unprecedented rate, the potential of AI is transforming education for the better, and with risks at play.  The use of AI among students will most likely evolve to be less about cheating and more as a tool to improve efficiency and learning.  AI will automate ground-level tasks in the education sector.  This will enable teachers to analyze how students learn more concisely and meaningfully, thanks to AI’s ability to process vast amounts of data.  As with AI itself, AI detectors should be part of a process, not the only process.  Nor should they be the final word, but instead, what inspires much-needed conversations around generative AI.  Expect to see more educators asking for prompt disclosure, if students utilize AI on an assignment.

16:10 - 17:10

Post-Event Workshop
AI in Education: Responsible Use and Academic Integrity
Jale Nonan, Principal Consultant at BEENET

With the seemingly uncontrolled proliferation of the use of AI in almost every aspect of our lives nowadays, it has never been more challenging to manage its impact than on the education landscape. In this workshop, we shall delve into how Open LMS has enabled ways on responsibly utilizing AI in the teaching & learning process, as well as how CopyLeaks has become an important tool in enforcing an education institution’s academic integrity policies among both students and teachers alike.

15:10 - 16:00

Session
Open LMS Road Map + Demonstration
Liam Liddicoat, Regional Director APAC, and 
James Smith, Senior Customer Solutions Architect at Open LMS

Join James and Liam for an exclusive look at the Open LMS roadmap.  We’ll explore upcoming innovations designed to enhance teaching and learning experiences.  This session will cover key product developments and our commitment to delivering a more flexible and powerful LMS.  Get insights into what’s coming next and how these updates will impact your institution.

16:00 - 16:10

Farewell
Jason Sim, Senior Account Manager at Open LMS

9:20 - 9:40

Open LMS Welcome
Bill Conran, Head of Sales at Open LMS

10:40 - 11:10

Morning Tea Networking

Morning tea refreshments will be served.

14:10 - 14:40

Session
Evolution of Digital for Campus Career Teams
Hafiz Kasman, Co-Founder & COO at Kinobi

Join Hafiz for an insightful exploration into emerging digital trends, shaping career teams across Asia. This session will highlight how the shift towards digital has empowered career centers to innovate, enhance student engagement, optimise workload by career staff, and improve employment outcomes. Discover best practices, practical insights, and real-world examples of how going digital is transforming career services. Learn how your institution can leverage these digital advancements to stay ahead and effectively prepare students for the evolving job market.

Afternoon tea refreshments will be served.

14:40 - 15:10

Afternoon Tea Networking

9:10 - 9:20

Philippines eLearning Society Board of Trustees Introduction
Dr. Devy M. Galang

10:10 - 10:40

Session
Innovating for Impact: Navigating through Disruptions at La Salle Green Hills
Joseph Ray Albert Garrido, Director for Innovations and Technology at La Salle Green Hills

This session explores the transformative journey of La Salle Green Hills through digital innovation. It discusses how the early adoption of Open LMS played a pivotal role during the pandemic, ensuring continuous and effective learning. The session also delves into how technology empowers the school to fulfill its mission of providing quality education while extending its reach to communities in need. Additionally, it outlines the strategic steps taken to lay the foundation for AI integration, positioning the school for future innovations in education and community engagement.

11:10 - 11:40

Session
Faculty LMS Training: An Innovative, Gamified, and Personalized Approach
Ms. Mischelle Esguerra, Director, Academic Center at Lyceum of the Philippines University - Batangas

The Lyceum of the Philippines University - Batangas' myLPU eLearning Guide transformed faculty LMS training through an innovative, gamified, and personalized approach, leading to a remarkable 85% LMS adoption rate and a 91% improvement in online course design quality. By seamlessly integrating training into Open LMS, faculty members were able to gain hands-on experience, which directly contributed to the success of the program. This initiative earned the Most Creative (Bronze) award in the Open LMS Awards 2025, demonstrating the transformative power of strategic and engaging faculty training on digital learning experiences for both faculty and students.

Refreshments will be served.

17:10

End of Event Networking

8:30

Welcome Coffee & Badge Pickup

9:00 - 10:00

Official Welcome & Opening Keynote
Wired to Grow: The Neuroscience of Learning & Wired to Become: The Neuroscience of Purpose | Dr. Britt Andreatta
The not-to-be-missed opening keynote of Connected brings you Dr. Britt Andreatta, internationally recognized thought leader in leadership development and workplace learning strategy, experienced senior manager and top educational influencer for over a decade. Let this be the start of a journey, paved and walked together.

10:45 - 11:00

Coffee

10:00 - 10:45

Break-through Sessions
Using Video Content To Enhance Learning Inside The LMS | Rollin Guyden 
We’re all doing video nowadays, but probably not the way it’s done at Columbia Theology Seminary. This customer showcase recounts the journey and efforts to develop a unique learning experience with video on the LMS, crystalized in a modern, engaging, effective and measurable digital environment.

My Favorite Moodle Hacks | Hart Wilson 
Pick up handy tips and tricks for making Moodle work for you — and save yourself time and effort! Besides sharing shortcuts for course set-up and management, learn about the plugins we’ve added to our site that make Moodling a breeze: Batch update due dates, let students enroll themselves in groups, and take attendance. Along the way, we’ll talk about managing multiple sections in one course shell and the value of using completion tracking to measure learner engagement, among other cool things.

12:00 - 13:30

Lunch begins

11:00 - 12:00

Break-through Sessions
Integrations, SSO, LTI: Technical Connections
Maximizing Teacher and Student Engagement with LMS Tools
What We’ve Learned From The Pandemic
Claire Kruse, Stephen Ladek, Jesse Safran, Amy Tessitore, & Michael Vaughn
A unique opportunity for a one-on-one with Open LMS top talent on technical and leadership issues

Lunch with Open LMS
Open LMS EDU & WORK Roadmap | Laura Martin & Jeremy Schweitzer
Learn what we have in store to suit your education and corporate learning needs. We will cover the latest and upcoming features and capabilities, and what we have in store for you in 2023.

12:30 - 13:30

15:00 - 15:30

Coffee

17:00 - 18:00

Charity Stories: Fundraising, Tech & Skills | Cindy Gattorna & Michael Phillips
Open LMS, both as a company (part of LTG) and a team, has always been privileged to support various charities, not just financially but with technology and our people’s time and talent. And as a client, you made this possible. In this special activity around gratitude and impact, to learn how your relationship with us is helping learners worldwide.

19:00

Poolside Networking Night
The actual reason we came to Phoenix, right? As a company born in the middle of a global pandemic, we’re thrilled to finally get to know you, in person—hopefully you are too! Let’s take a break from the conference structure so we can actually “Connect,” relax and have fun together.

14:15 - 15:00

Learning Trends Panel: Stand On The Horizon! Global Experts Spot & Predict 2023
Joti Balani, Phil Hill, Dale Johnson, Brad Koch, & Stephen Ladek.
Stay ahead of the curve as this high-octane, multidisciplinary group of experts and leaders exchanges views, developments and trends in technology and learning; to later share their forecasts exclusively for the Connected audience.

13:30 - 14:15

Break-through Sessions
LMS's & Inclusion: Developing a Framework for Campus Wide Inclusivity | Kevin Barhydt
Kevin will present a framework for creating a campus-wide inclusive eLearning environment using your LMS. You'll learn how to overcome common barriers to inclusivity and create a more equitable and accessible eLearning experience for all learners.

Digital Care for Your Cat Herd: Course Technology Support for Independent Personalities | Mark Henderson
Mark will guide you through the complex world of technology support for diverse personalities in eLearning. From IT administrators to instructional designers, this session will provide valuable insights and tips on how to best support and meet the needs of your learners.

15:30 - 16:00

Break-through Sessions
Getting Moodle™ Right For Everyone | Paul Tannahill
Paul leads a deep-dive into LMS administration, sharing techniques and strategies for maximizing the potential of your learning management platform. Learn how to stay ahead of the curve and improve your LMS performance.

What It Takes To Make 50K Students Life & Work-Ready | Prof. Hayato Yamana
Professor Yamana shares the story of how he and his team prepared nearly 50K students at Waseda University for the beginning of their professional careers. From using technology to enhancing employability skills, you'll learn about the practical strategies and techniques used to create a successful eLearning program for the career-minded.

16:00 - 16:45

Spark Talks
Integrity, Trust and Transparency in Online Learning | Using Data to Drive Quality in Higher Education | Open LMS Academy Razzle-Dazzle  | Shelley Constant, Jaslyn Hughes, & Stephen Ladek.
The Connected 2023 sponsors invite you to check out their booths, talk about the latest releases and consider incorporating them into your supercharged 2023 strategy!

8:30 - 9:00

Morning coffee

9:00 - 9:15

Phill's Reflections | Phill Miller
The Managing Director of Open LMS, an experienced educator and industry leader, shares his thoughts on the conference so far along with his take on the current state of the industry.

9:15 - 10:00

Higher Ed and Corporate Alignment Panel: Bridging the Gap
Lisa Avery, Phil Hill, Brad Koch, Phill Miller, Dr. Kumkum Singh, Adrianna Ivonne Cárdenas, & Dr. Karie Willyerd.
Leaders at the top of academia and the corporate sector get together to explore real and clear avenues of collaboration towards common, sustainable goals.

10:00 - 10:45

Break-through Sessions
Drive Action from Your Data | Elizabeth Dalton
In this session, learn how "Big Data" from educational technology can be transformed into holistic views of students and programs and used to strengthen connections and drive powerful interventions to improve student outcomes and promote institutional success.

Class Has Re-Imagined The ₳synchronous Experience | Spencer Lawson
The asynchronous, live, in-class experience continues to be an important challenge for instructors and institutions in today's new normal - with many still delivering teaching using basic Zoom calls or similar. Class has re-imagined the asynchronous experience in partnership with Open LMS, to provide seamless access to teaching and learning tools that promote and retain active learning engagement.

6:30 - 7:45

Sunrise Yoga | Kara Conger
Seize the final day of the conference by starting up with Kara, one of the company’s fitness enthusiasts —by no means the only one— with a session focused on your mindfulness and body awareness. The choice to go gentle or hard is always yours.

10:45 - 11:00

Coffee

11:45 - 12:30

Break-through Sessions 
Open LMS Community's Most Challenging Question Bank & Quiz Issues [Solved] | Michael Vaughn
Learn how to solve the nagging Question Bank and Quiz issues you run into more often. This workshop with hands-on demonstrations —hopefully on your LMS— will leave you with a wealth of practical knowledge and experience to enhance your practice.

A New Era Of Personalized Learning & Personalized Design Tools | Amy Tessitore
Learn how to revolutionize your eLearning experience with the latest personalized learning tools and techniques. Leave empowered to design truly personalized and impactful online learning programs.

13:45 - 14:45

Closing Keynote
How To Be A Futurist | Dr. Karie Willyerd
In our closing keynote, Chief Customer Strategy Officer, GP Strategies will help you synthesize the Connected 2023 experience, learnings and reflections into a cohesive strategy for 2023 and beyond.

14:45 - 15:15

Closing Ceremony, Awards, and Farewell | Phill Miller & Stephen Ladek
The company’s leadership comes together to bid farewell to Connected 2023, which in reality is a new start for us. We’ll discuss what comes next, and take the opportunity to publicly recognize the efforts and accomplishments of attendees.

12:30 - 13:15

Lunch

11:00 - 11:45

Break-through Sessions
UoB's Shake-Up: A Pandemic Response that Retools University of Boyacá towards Sustainability, Innovation in Colombia's Higher Ed | Rodrigo Correal
Rodrigo shares the story of the University of Boyacá's shake-up during the pandemic. From rethinking their approach to innovation and sustainability, to improving their eLearning programs, you'll learn how this university is setting a precedent for Latin America and beyond.

Massive, Open Online... Conversations: How to Immediately Create Empathy and Give Learners Voice in Your Learning| Sean Gilligan
Are we making sure we're delivering empathy? Discover how to create empowering experiences on a massive scale and make nobody feel unheard or left out.

13:15 - 13:45

How Will ChatGPT Change… Everything? The AI Readiness Session | Joti Balani
Join Joti Balani in the AI Revolution in eLearning through a fascinating discussion on how AI and chatbots, like ChatGPT, are changing the eLearning landscape. You'll learn about the potential impact of AI in eLearning and discover how you can leverage this technology to deliver better experiences for your learners.