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01. Performing Data Analytics – Step by Step

Time: 10:30am – 11:30am I Subject: Accounting

The ability to collect, synthesize and interpret data has become critical in many facets of our daily lives. The tools that are available to us now to perform data analytics give us visualizations and insights never seen previously. For students to be able to succeed in this current climate, they must be equipped with an understanding of how these tools can be used and the role they play.

Guest Speaker: Kim Trottier, Associate Professor, HEC Montreal

02. Keep I.T. SIMple – How SIMnet can make a difference for you.

Time: 10:30am – 11:30am I Subject: Computer Applications

Do your students need to be proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite to be successful in their education and career? Are you looking for ways to incorporate one or more of these computer applications into your course delivery to bridge skills gaps and better prepare your students for their future?

Guest Speaker: Dr. Randy Nordell, Professor, American River College

03. Digital Credentials and Career Readiness

Time: 11:30am – 12:30pm I Subject: Computer Applications

The number of digital credentials issued in 2021 saw a 67% growth. Over the last decade, digital credentialing has become a major global trend in education and workforce development. Educational institutions have been developing and issuing shorter-form credentials in response to job market demands.

Guest Speaker: Frank Sorokach, Assistant Teaching Professor, Penn State University

04. Inclusive Access and the Impact on Student Outcomes

Time: 12:00pm – 12:45pm I Subject: Inclusive Access

Over the last several years, Inclusive Access course materials models have been growing across institutions in Canada. While the main benefit touted by these programs has been the reduced cost and increased access to course materials for students, little is known about the link between Inclusive Access and increased student outcomes.

Guest Speaker: Dr. Michael Moore, Research Scientist, University of New Hampshire

05. Foundations for Success in First Year Econ & Math with ALEKS

Time: 1:00pm – 2:00pm I Subject: Economics

Throughout Higher Education, educators have recognized that incoming undergraduates struggle with math. To help boost student math skills, Economics instructor Robert J. McKeown from York University implemented AI to help bridge the math skills gap.

Guest Speaker: Robert McKeown, Associate Professor, York University

06. Data Analytics for Accounting: Best Practices for a Dedicated Course

Time: 2:15pm – 3:15pm I Subject: Accounting

Join our Data Analytics for Accounting authors Vern Richardson, Ryan Teeter, and Katie Terrell as they share best practices and the most effective implementation strategies for teaching a dedicated Data Analytics course using their new textbook edition.

Guest Speaker: Vernon Richardson, Distinguished Professor, University of Arkansas

07. Agile Marketing in Disruptive Times

Time: 3:00pm – 4:00pm I Subject: Marketing

As unprecedented changes shake up the business world and disrupt consumer behaviours, marketers are faced with ever-evolving challenges. This session will explore implications of these challenges for tomorrow’s Marketing graduates.

Guest Speaker: Shirley Lichti, Instructor, Wilfrid Laurier University: School of Business & Economics