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ITC President’s Summit

The Future of Online Learning and Artificial Intelligence at Community Colleges

Join community college presidents and vice presidents from across the nation for an exclusive summit dedicated to shaping the future of online learning and artificial intelligence in higher education. Hosted by the Instructional Technology Council (ITC), an affiliated council of the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC), this inaugural event will foster high-level discussions on strategic innovation, workforce alignment, and the evolving digital landscape in community colleges.

Keynote Speaker: Scott Van Pelt

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Co-author of The Great Upheaval, Higher Education’s Past, Present, and Uncertain Future, Scott Van Pelt will provide thought-provoking insights into how AI and technological shifts are transforming education, work, and society. His keynote will challenge attendees to rethink traditional models of online education, examining how adaptive learning, automation, and AI-powered tools can enhance student engagement, improve learning outcomes, and expand access to education at scale.

Invited Presenters Include:

  • CHLOE: Dr. Mark McCormack, Senior Director of Research at EDUCAUSE, co-author of CHLOE report

  • EAB: Speaker TBD
  • Jobs for Future (JFF): Alex Swartsel, Managing Director, Insights | JFF Labs, Center for Artificial Intelligence & the Future of Work
  • National Science Foundation (NSF): Dr. Celeste Carter, Program Director, Funding Opportunities for 2-Year Colleges
  • American Association of Community Colleges: David Baime, Senior VP for Government Relations, Updates on Changes in Federal Gov. Sector on Education
  • Achieving the Dream (ATD): Monica Parrish Trent, Chief Program and Network Officer
  • Quality Matters: Deb Adair, Executive Director
  • Packback: Criag Booth, Chief Technology Officer, AI Based Tutoring
  • Honorlock: Speaker TBD, AI Based Proctoring Software
  • Instructional Technology Council: Carol Spalding, President, Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
  • Instructional Technology Council: Carlos Morales, President, Tarrant County College Connect Campus

 Event Details
Dates: May 19–20, 2025
Location: Northern Virginia Community College
Richard J. Ernst Community Cultural Center
8333 Little River Turnpike, Annandale, VA 22003-3723

Schedule

Day One
Monday, May 19 | 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Day Two
Tuesday, May 20 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

 

Registration Information

General Registration: $300
Registration + Institutional Membership: $820

What’s Included?

  • Full access to all sessions
  • Lunch on Monday
  • Coffee breaks and snacks throughout
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Travel

Located just outside Washington, D.C., Northern Virginia Community College is easily accessible, with two major airports—Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)—providing convenient travel options for visitors.

Attendees are responsible for booking their own travel accommodations.

Parking

Free parking in Student Lots 11 and 12.