SIDLIT 2026: Tech in Education: Transforming Learning for All July 30-31

This year’s conference theme is “Tech in Education: Transforming Learning for All”. You must register for SIDLIT 2026 before you can access the detailed schedule of sessions.

General Schedule

Note, all times are listed in Central Time. The schedule is subject to change.

SIDLIT Day 1, Thursday, July 30:

12:00 – 12:30 pm – Check-in & Networking
12:30 – 2:00 pm – Workshop Session 1
2:00 – 2:10 pm – Break
2:10 – 3:40 pm – Workshop Session 2
3:50 – 5:30 pm – Scavenger Hunt Activity

SIDLIT Day 2, Friday, July 31:

8:00 – 9:00 am – Check-in & Networking
9:00 – 10:30 am – Opening Session & Keynote, David Wiley
10:30 – 10:40 am – Break
10:40 – 11:25 am – Session 1
11:25 – 11:35 am – Break
11:35 – 12:20 pm – Session 2
12:20 – 1:50 pm – Lunch / Special Interest Topics (SIGs)
1:50 – 2:35 pm – Session 3
2:35 – 2:45 pm – Break
2:45 – 3:30 pm – Session 4
3:30 – 3:40 pm – Break
3:40 – 4:30 pm – Awards & Closing Session (Prize Drawings included)

Presentation Tracks

Design Thinking and Development
Designs for online and blended learning including learner experience design (UX), methods for instilling student connections, and more.
Educational Research and Data Analysis
Original research on educational technologies, distance teaching/learning best practices, program outcomes, learning outcomes, and other topics.
Educational Technologies
Tips, tricks, and resources for adopting and effectively utilizing emerging tech tools and learner experiences in online and blended learning environments. The focus should be on how these technologies promote student connections to content, peers, and instructors.
Education Technology Leadership
Research and insights on managing the dynamic world of educational technology.
Innovations in LMS and Online Learning
Innovations in online learning including LMS, such as third-party tool integrations and LTIs, data portals, accessibility mitigations, excellent technology support, live learning events, and others.
Teaching and Learning at a Distance
Tips, tricks, lessons learned, and resources for effectively teaching fully-online, using video conferencing tools, or a blended or hybrid format. Methods for connecting with students at a distance.
Sponsored Programs
Applied technologies, research, and educational insights provided by our conference sponsors!