Empowering Education - Navigating Innovation and Integrity in the Digital Age
We are excited to announce that the 猎奇重口 will be hosting XLi, the MUS Distance Education conference April 14-15, 2025. This is the statewide conference dedicated to online teaching and learning and is an ideal place to join faculty, instructional designers and administrators who are involved in the practice and support of distance education. We encourage faculty, staff and academic administrators to register and attend XLi 2025 to share your experiences and collaborate with peers from across the state. Students are welcome, too! Find registration information below.
Conference Tracks:Innovation in Digital Education, Supporting All Learners, Integrity and Ethics in Education |
Location:University Center – 3rd floor on the 猎奇重口 campus, Missoula |
Thank you to our generous sponsors, MUS Office of the Commissioner of Higher Education and Instructure, for supporting XLi 2025!
Keynote Speaker
Generative artificial intelligence is set to transform education—but how can we balance its vast potential with the realities of teaching and learning? Join Jason as he explores a shared vision for thoughtfully planning and adopting AI tools that empower teachers and learners alike. Together, we’ll move beyond the AI hype, uncover actionable strategies, and navigate the uncharted frontiers of innovation with clarity and purpose.
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There are three registration options for XLi 2025: Full Conference registration ($100), Presenter registration ($75) and Student registration ($25).
The registration system will accept credit card payment by Visa, Mastercard or Discover, but cannot accept American Express.
If you are using a ProCard, account and index information will be on the receipt that is emailed to you after your registration is complete.
To pay by check, please contact onlinelearningsupport@mso.umt.edu for instructions, prior to registering.
UMOnline can also facilitate index-to-index funds transfers for UM and other MUS institutions. Please select “Invoice” as a payment option for payment using an index. For info on using these funds transfers or if you need another payment option, please email coco.ponce@mso.umt.edu.
You will be asked to set up an account when you register. Please do not include spaces in the user name and the password must be at least 8 characters.
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General Schedule Monday - April 14 (8AM-6:30PM)
Times
Tuesday - April 15 (8AM-1:00 PM)
Times
Check-in + Breakfast
8:00-9:30
Breakfast + Networking
8:00-9:00
Poster Sessions
9:00-9:30
Session 5
9:00-9:50
Welcome and Opening Remarks
9:30-9:50
Break + Poster Sessions
10:00-10:30
Session 1
10:00-10:50
Session 6
10:30-11:20
Session 2
11:00-11:50
Session 7
11:30-12:20
Lunch
12:00-1:00
Closing Remarks
12:30-1:00
Keynote
1:00-1:45
Session 3
2:00-2:50
Break + Poster Sessions
3:00-3:30
Session 4
3:40-4:30
Social Gathering
4:45-6:30
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For lodging, we have special rates for XLi attendees at these two fine hotels.
*Please note all rates do not include 8% 猎奇重口 bed tax and other fees.
One of Missoula’s newest lodging choices, the is a modern design hotel centrally located in downtown Missoula, with restaurants, pubs, and boutique shopping all just steps away. Valet parking is available and it is within walking distance to UM. Ask for the special XLi conference rate of $130*/night. This special rate is limited to a small block of rooms, and the last date to for our group rate is March 13.
is located along the Clark Fork River across from the UM campus. It is easy walking distance over the pedestrian bridge, which is adjacent to the hotel. Ask for the special XLi rate of $149*/night. This special rate is limited to a small block of rooms, and the last date to for our group rate is March 13.
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Part of the top floor of the parking garage on the UM campus has been reserved for conference attendees. The parking garage is along Campus Drive and very close to our University Center venue (location of all the XLi sessions) and marked as R3 on the UM Campus parking map.
The rate to park on campus is $8/day and passes can be purchased in advance at the (click the Permits button and then the Guest Login). You can also buy a daily permit in person at the Campus Security office located on Campus Drive at the base of Mount Sentinel and across the street from Washington Grizzly Stadium. Alternately, the Passport Parking app option allows you to pay by the hour via your phone.
There will be an event sign entering the lot on the top floor of the parking garage—let the attendant know you are with XLi. These parking spots will be held for our attendees until about 10 AM both days. We encourage using this parking space to keep other campus parking available to students and staff.
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The digital age has reshaped education, introducing transformative opportunities and complex challenges. In this evolving landscape, how can we harness technology to promote innovation, ensure accessibility and uphold academic integrity? We invite educators, researchers, technologists and policymakers to submit proposals that explore these themes and contribute actionable insights to the scholarship of teaching and learning.
Proposals should consider, but are not limited to, the following tracks.
- Innovation in Digital Education
- Supporting All Learners
- Integrity and Ethics in Education
Detailed information about tracks and presentation types are found in the Call for Proposals link below.
How to Submit
Submission Deadline: January 31, 2025
Please submit your proposal using the where you will be asked to include presenter name(s), institution, email, track, presentation type and intended audience. If submitting more than one proposal, please fill out a new form for each one.
Join us in this unique opportunity to share your insights and collaborate with peers dedicated to advancing education in a digital world. Let’s shape the future of education together!