We call for submissions from a variety of disciplines and topics. We encourage submissions that build on the theme of enhancing the definition of success of a MOOC project or digital education. All submissions will be double-blind peer-reviewed, and a selection will be chosen to present a vibrant program that maximizes time for discussion and participation through a single-track threaded with poster sessions, full-length paper presentations, active learning workshops, and keynote presentations from leading experts.

  • The role of open online courses in the higher education/ professional development landscape
  • Expanding the learner community » Social implications of open online courses
  • Inclusive and accessible design in online courses
  • Open content, open licensing, and open delivery
  • International cooperation in MOOC or blended learning projects
  • Using open online learning in employee training
  • Scaffolding online and blended courses and planning curricula
  • Free or low-cost online degree programs
  • Learning analytics
  • Learning science and educational research models
  • Applying the learning sciences in online course design
  • Machine learning and AI applications in online learning design or delivery 
  • Successful implementations of virtual reality and augmented reality in open online learning
  • Applications of technology and opportunities to improve the open online landscape
  • Assessment of learning at scale » Learner perspectives and impact
  • Microcredentials, badges, and gamification

  • May 20, 2025

    Late Abstract Submission
    (up to 250 Words)

  • June 10, 2025

    Complete Paper Upload
    (up to 6 Pages)

  • July 10, 2025

    Notification of Paper Acceptance

  • August 1, 2025

    Final Revised Paper Submission and Registration