Michael Graham

       Working in education has been my career and passion for the last two decades. I have taught all grades in the K-12 setting as a special education teacher. Additionally, I have also worked as an Education Program Coordinator at the Achievement & Assessment Institute at the University of Kansas. In that role I helped to develop online state assessments for Kansas and Alaska, while managing a group of graduate research assistants.  I am currently enrolled in the  Learning Design and Technology (Graduate Certificate) Program at Arizona State University. Becoming a learning designer has been a natural progression for me. Throughout my career I have remained steadfast in my commitment to ensuring learning is accessible, inclusive, engaging, and ultimately meaningful for every student. I believe profoundly in the life-changing power of learning. Every human has a fundamental drive to grow through the attainment of understanding and application.  ...

     As we look to the future while acknowledging the past, one thing is sure: technology will continue to impact and change the way people teach, train, and learn. Online and blended learning has grown significantly since the turn of the century and is now widely used across K-12, higher education, and corporate settings. As leaders and facilitators of online and blended learning we must embrace emerging technologies and consider ethical considerations as we progress into the future. AI to Individualize Education      Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a rather new technology that will soon be utilized to increase educational outcomes. In the next decade, educators will embrace the capabilities of systems like ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot to reshape the educational landscape.   AI will be used as personal tutors and learning guides. Learning management systems will integrate AI seamlessly so that learning can be individualized for each student. Gap...