Events and Conferences

D2L Fusion 2026

D2L Fusion 2026 runs July 8–10 at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown in Phoenix, Arizona, gathering 1,500+ educators, edtech leaders, and corporate learning pros for keynotes, 150+ sessions, hands-on workshops, exhibits, and networking on trends, innovations, and best practices in learning technology.

Back to Basics: Using YuJa Lumina in Blackboard

In this recurring series with Yennhu Nguyen on July 13th at 2:00 pm EST participants can learn the fundamentals of YuJa Lumina and how course creators and instructors can leverage it within their Blackboard environment. The session will focus on foundational tools that simplify the process of making online courses more inclusive and help you gain a greater understanding of Luminas’s core features including the comprehensive video editor and creating an accessible video library.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the basics of YuJa Lumina and how it can be leveraged to elevate your content
• Learn how Lumina can help you make courses more accessible from inception
• Gain a broader understanding of core features such as YuJa’s Video Editor and Compliance Reports

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InstructureCon 2026

InstructureCon 2026, D2L Fusion’s counterpart in the edtech space, is scheduled for summer 2026 in a yet-to-be-announced U.S. location, building on past events like the 2025 edition in San Antonio. Organized by Instructure (makers of Canvas LMS), it draws thousands of educators, administrators, and tech innovators for keynotes, hands-on labs, breakout sessions, and an expo hall focused on AI-driven learning, LMS integrations, accessibility, and student success strategies.

Distance Learning Administration Conference 2026

The Distance Learning Administration (DLA) Conference 2026 occurs July 26–29 at the Jekyll Island Club Hotel in Jekyll Island, Georgia, targeting professionals in online education administration, management, planning, and evaluation. Attendees connect for sessions on advancing distance learning programs, with proposals due January 9, 2026.

Back to Basics: Using YuJa Verity in Canvas

In this recurring series with Yennhu Nguyen on July 27th at 2:00 pm EST, participants can learn the fundamentals of YuJa Verity and how course creators and instructors can leverage it within their Canvas environment. The session will focus on foundational tools that simplify the process of invigilation and test proctoring, helping you gain a greater understanding of YuJa Verity’s core features like the lockdown browser and test monitoring tools that create a fair and secure test environment for your students.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the basics of YuJa Verity and how it can be leveraged to provide a uniform testing experience
• Learn how YuJa Verity can help you make consistent end-to-end testing experiences
• Gain a broader understanding of core features such as: Automated Proctoring, Room Scanning, Browser Lockdown, as well as a range of AI-assisted features

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EDUCAUSE 2026

EDUCAUSE Annual Conference 2026 takes place September 29–October 2 in Denver, Colorado, with an online extension October 14–15, uniting higher education IT professionals, leaders, and tech providers for keynotes, sessions, and networking on digital transformation, AI, cybersecurity, and student success strategies.

AHEAD Annual Conference

Accessing Higher Ground is an annual conference focused on the implementation and benefits of accessible media, universal design, and assistive technology in higher education, business, and the public sector. The event features sessions on legal and policy issues related to ADA and Section 508 compliance and the creation of accessible digital resources like websites and library materials.

DET/CHE

DET/CHE is a vibrant organization dedicated to empowering professionals through continuous growth and development. It serves as a unifying force, connecting public and private colleges and universities across California. By fostering collaboration, DET/CHE inspires innovation in instructional technology, multimedia, and open learning. Members come together to share transformative ideas and lead the way in shaping the future of education. Through its dynamic community, DET/CHE drives meaningful progress in higher learning.