/innovative-education/news/Recent posts from Newsen-usSat, 25 Jul 2026 23:03:54 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/innovative-education/news/2025/usf-ined-studios-big-winning-season.aspxThe 91社区鈥檚 Innovative Education Studios (InEd Studios), is celebrating a milestone year after earning six Suncoast Emmy庐 Awards from seven total nominations and securing two Gold Davey Awards for excellence in digital media, storytelling and motion graphics work.Thu, 18 Dec 2025 08:47:08 USF鈥檚 InEd Studios Celebrates Six Suncoast Emmy Wins and Two Gold Davey AwardsThe 91社区鈥檚 Innovative Education Studios (InEd Studios), is celebrating a milestone year after earning six Suncoast Emmy庐 Awards from seven total nominations and securing two Gold Davey Awards for excellence in digital media, storytelling and motion graphics work.InEd Studios team members stand in front of Emmy background in group smiling holding emmys/innovative-education/news/2025/usf-ined-studios-big-winning-season.aspxVideo/innovative-education/news/2025/usf-expands-ai-microcourse-portfolio-to-meet-demand-for-flexability.aspxArtificial intelligence isn鈥檛 limited to just tech experts anymore, and the 91社区 is making sure of it. USF has expanded its portfolio of AI-focused programs with two free online microcourses designed to help anyone master the use of AI in their everyday lives.Laura KneskiFri, 17 Oct 2025 10:56:53 USF Expands AI Microcourse Portfolio to Meet Demand for Flexibility, Practicality and Hands-On LearningArtificial intelligence isn鈥檛 limited to just tech experts anymore, and the 91社区 is making sure of it. USF has expanded its portfolio of AI-focused programs with two free online microcourses designed to help anyone master the use of AI in their everyday lives.USF graphic promoting two free, self-paced online AI microcourses 鈥� GenAI in Action and AI Whisperer 鈥� featuring a human and robotic hand reaching toward each other./innovative-education/news/2025/usf-expands-ai-microcourse-portfolio-to-meet-demand-for-flexability.aspxFaculty Resources,Innovation/innovative-education/news/2025/2025-innovation-in-online-design-and-teaching-award-highlights-transformative-faculty-approaches.aspxFew would assume that an online course in sustainability to include a live performance of a biodigester build using Oculus Quests and 3D imaging, but that鈥檚 exactly what students experienced in Sustainability Design Laboratory, a course created by Associate Professor of Instruction T.H. Culhane.Lorie BriggsWed, 30 Apr 2025 00:22:05 2025 Innovation in Online Design and Teaching Award Highlights Transformative Faculty ApproachesFew would assume that an online course in sustainability to include a live performance of a biodigester build using Oculus Quests and 3D imaging, but that鈥檚 exactly what students experienced in Sustainability Design Laboratory, a course created by Associate Professor of Instruction T.H. Culhane.TH Culhane stands with students dressed in white coats as they finish a music number for one of his course videos/innovative-education/news/2025/2025-innovation-in-online-design-and-teaching-award-highlights-transformative-faculty-approaches.aspxAwards,Learning Design/innovative-education/news/2025/a-circus-stars-story-usf-film-series-turns-true-stories-into-lessons.aspxAs a child in Soviet-era Romania, Trien lived in the shadow of fear. Her father had been imprisoned in the gulags, forced labor camps during Stalin鈥檚 鈥渞eign of terror鈥� that were notorious for their brutality. Her family lost their home and any sense of stability, left to navigate a world where hope was fleeting.Lorie BriggsMon, 28 Apr 2025 13:17:21 A Circus Star鈥檚 Story: USF Contributes to Series that Turns Oral Histories into LessonsAs a child in Soviet-era Romania, Trien lived in the shadow of fear. Her father had been imprisoned in the gulags, forced labor camps during Stalin鈥檚 鈥渞eign of terror鈥� that were notorious for their brutality. Her family lost their home and any sense of stability, left to navigate a world where hope was fleeting.a woman circus performer stands with a bright spotlight behind her head and gold confetti all around her/innovative-education/news/2025/a-circus-stars-story-usf-film-series-turns-true-stories-into-lessons.aspxAwards,Video/innovative-education/news/2025/from-teacher-to-district-leader-to-retiree-now-backt-the-classroom.aspxMary Anne Rafferty has taught nearly every grade from kindergarten through high school and in schools across America and overseas. She鈥檚 been a classroom teacher, a district literacy coach, and, for a short while, a retiree.Lorie BriggsTue, 22 Apr 2025 10:18:47 From Teacher to District Leader to Retiree -- and Now, Back to the ClassroomMary Anne Rafferty has taught nearly every grade from kindergarten through high school and in schools across America and overseas. She鈥檚 been a classroom teacher, a district literacy coach, and, for a short while, a retiree.a news paper article saying goodbye to Mrs. Rafferty/innovative-education/news/2025/from-teacher-to-district-leader-to-retiree-now-backt-the-classroom.aspxNews/innovative-education/news/2025/building-confidence-one-line-of-code-at-a-time.aspxMarbin Pazos Revilla believes that education opens doors and unlocks opportunities for those with a curiosity and a willingness to learn. Because it did for him.Lorie BriggsMon, 21 Apr 2025 10:28:08 Building Confidence, One Line of Code at a TimeMarbin Pazos Revilla believes that education opens doors and unlocks opportunities for those with a curiosity and a willingness to learn. Because it did for him.headshot of marbin pazos-revilla/innovative-education/news/2025/building-confidence-one-line-of-code-at-a-time.aspx/innovative-education/news/2025/rewriting-the-equation-a-new-way-into-computing.aspxJing Wang doesn鈥檛 like to hear the phrase, 鈥淚鈥檓 not a math person.鈥� 鈥淵ou can learn math at any stage, at any age,鈥� she says. 鈥淚f you decide to start now, you can be good at it.鈥�Lorie BriggsMon, 21 Apr 2025 09:00:23 Rewriting the Equation: A New Way Into ComputingJing Wang doesn鈥檛 like to hear the phrase, 鈥淚鈥檓 not a math person.鈥� 鈥淵ou can learn math at any stage, at any age,鈥� she says. 鈥淚f you decide to start now, you can be good at it.鈥�headshot of jing wang/innovative-education/news/2025/rewriting-the-equation-a-new-way-into-computing.aspxNews/innovative-education/news/2025/how-saying-yes-shaped-ken-christensens-career.aspxWhen Ken Christensen began his career, he wasn鈥檛 chasing a dream job 鈥� he was chasing opportunity. 鈥淵ou work hard, you don鈥檛 say no, and doors open,鈥� he says, summing up the career philosophy that has carried him through decades of work in computing, research, and education.Lorie BriggsMon, 21 Apr 2025 08:57:07 How Saying Yes Shaped a Career in Research and TeachingWhen Ken Christensen began his career, he wasn鈥檛 chasing a dream job 鈥� he was chasing opportunity. 鈥淵ou work hard, you don鈥檛 say no, and doors open,鈥� he says, summing up the career philosophy that has carried him through decades of work in computing, research, and education.headshot of ken christensen/innovative-education/news/2025/how-saying-yes-shaped-ken-christensens-career.aspxNews/innovative-education/news/2025/teaching-adult-learners-about-the-impossible.aspx91社区 faculty member Shaun Canavan begins his course by telling students that some problems can鈥檛 be solved 鈥� at least not yet.Lorie BriggsMon, 21 Apr 2025 08:50:59 Teaching Adult Learners About the Impossible. So They Can See What鈥檚 Possible91社区 faculty member Shaun Canavan begins his course by telling students that some problems can鈥檛 be solved 鈥� at least not yet.headshot of shaun canavan/innovative-education/news/2025/teaching-adult-learners-about-the-impossible.aspxNews/innovative-education/news/2025/rediscovering-the-why-how-educator-reconnected-with-purpose-in-ma-reading-education.aspxGenesis Zabrzenski has worked with students for more than 20 years, but it was one seventh-grade boy 鈥� and USF鈥檚 Master of Arts in Reading Education 鈥� that helped them reconnect with the reason they became a teacher.Lorie BriggsTue, 15 Apr 2025 09:05:35 Rediscovering the Why: How An Educator Reconnected with Purpose in USF鈥檚 Reading Education ProgramGenesis Zabrzenski has worked with students for more than 20 years, but it was one seventh-grade boy 鈥� and USF鈥檚 Master of Arts in Reading Education 鈥� that helped them reconnect with the reason they became a teacher.headshot of genesis zabrzenski/innovative-education/news/2025/rediscovering-the-why-how-educator-reconnected-with-purpose-in-ma-reading-education.aspxNews/innovative-education/news/2025/srinivas-baireddy-prepares-for-graduation-as-part-of-usf-first-msdi-cohort.aspxAs part of the first-ever cohort of USF鈥檚 Master of Science in Data Intelligence program, Srinivas Baireddy says he took a leap of faith when choosing a brand-new program over a more traditional computer science degrees. Now, as he prepares to graduate in May, he reflects on how the program equipped him with the technical expertise and industry-level skills needed for a career in AI and data analytics.Tatiana Del ValleTue, 08 Apr 2025 15:42:42 Srinivas Baireddy prepares for graduation as part of USF鈥檚 first MSDI cohort, ready to make an industry impactAs part of the first-ever cohort of USF鈥檚 Master of Science in Data Intelligence program, Srinivas Baireddy says he took a leap of faith when choosing a brand-new program over a more traditional computer science degrees. Now, as he prepares to graduate in May, he reflects on how the program equipped him with the technical expertise and industry-level skills needed for a career in AI and data analytics.headshot of Srinivas Baireddy /innovative-education/news/2025/srinivas-baireddy-prepares-for-graduation-as-part-of-usf-first-msdi-cohort.aspxNews/innovative-education/news/2025/usf-free-ai-micro-course-draws-global-audience.aspxThe 91社区鈥檚 Innovative Education team recently wrapped up GenAI in Action: Impact and Possibilities, a timely, free micro-course that drew more than 7,700 participants and positive feedback from learners across industries and around the globe.Lorie BriggsTue, 08 Apr 2025 10:49:42 USF鈥檚 Free AI Micro-Course Draws Global Audience, Highlights Demand for Workforce-Ready SkillsThe 91社区鈥檚 Innovative Education team recently wrapped up GenAI in Action: Impact and Possibilities, a timely, free micro-course that drew more than 7,700 participants and positive feedback from learners across industries and around the globe.course banner image. GenAI in action: impact and Possibilities/innovative-education/news/2025/usf-free-ai-micro-course-draws-global-audience.aspxNews/innovative-education/news/2025/creating-civically-engaged-students-behind-the-scenes-first-look.aspxThis semester, I had the opportunity to go behind the scenes with USF Innovative Education鈥檚 Digital Learning team to see firsthand how they collaborate with faculty to transform online courses. I tagged along on one course.Tatiana Del ValleMon, 07 Apr 2025 14:15:45 Creating civically engaged students: A behind-the-scenes first look at InEd鈥檚 transformation of USF鈥檚 Public Policy courseThis semester, I had the opportunity to go behind the scenes with USF Innovative Education鈥檚 Digital Learning team to see firsthand how they collaborate with faculty to transform online courses. I tagged along on one course.the course homepage for public policy. which shows a picture of city hall/innovative-education/news/2025/creating-civically-engaged-students-behind-the-scenes-first-look.aspxLearning Design/innovative-education/news/2025/ined-studios-nominated-for-international-webby-award.aspxThe 91社区鈥檚 Innovative Education Studios has received another prestigious nomination for its work with on a documentary series with the USF College of Education 鈥� this time in the 29th Annual Webby Awards.Lorie BriggsThu, 03 Apr 2025 00:08:49 USF InEd Studios' 鈥淧ortraits in Patriotism鈥� Series Nominated for International Webby AwardThe 91社区鈥檚 Innovative Education Studios has received another prestigious nomination for its work with on a documentary series with the USF College of Education 鈥� this time in the 29th Annual Webby Awards.webby award logo that says its official we're nominated/innovative-education/news/2025/ined-studios-nominated-for-international-webby-award.aspxAwards/innovative-education/news/2021/9-strategies-to-promote-collaborative-online-learning.aspxAt the beginning of a new semester, higher education faculty consider the best approaches for promoting collaborative experiences in the online environment. Collaboration is critically important to the learning process and promoting these experiences online can help to reduce isolation, promote class community, and increase all forms of interaction.Janine M. Diaz-CottoMon, 31 Mar 2025 13:04:06 9 Strategies to Promote Collaborative Online LearningAt the beginning of a new semester, higher education faculty consider the best approaches for promoting collaborative experiences in the online environment. Collaboration is critically important to the learning process and promoting these experiences online can help to reduce isolation, promote class community, and increase all forms of interaction.4 students sitting on laptops. Camera perspective is above only showing legs/innovative-education/news/2021/9-strategies-to-promote-collaborative-online-learning.aspx/innovative-education/news/2025/from-hospitality-to-tech-rita-sharipovas-pathway-to-computing.aspxGrowing up, Rita Sharipova was fascinated by technology, but when it came time to choose a college major, she opted for hospitality management at the University of Central 91社区. At the time, tech felt intimidating, especially as a male-dominated industry with lingering gender stereotypes. Hospitality seemed like a safer choice.Tatiana Del ValleMon, 31 Mar 2025 10:06:10 From hospitality to tech: Rita Sharipova鈥檚 Pathway to ComputingGrowing up, Rita Sharipova was fascinated by technology, but when it came time to choose a college major, she opted for hospitality management at the University of Central 91社区. At the time, tech felt intimidating, especially as a male-dominated industry with lingering gender stereotypes. Hospitality seemed like a safer choice.headshot of rita sharipova/innovative-education/news/2025/from-hospitality-to-tech-rita-sharipovas-pathway-to-computing.aspxNews/innovative-education/news/2025/how-sony-handycam-sparked-john-cundys-passion-for-video.aspxAs a kid, John Cundy wasn鈥檛 sure what he wanted to do when he grew up. He knew he enjoyed taking things apart and figuring out how they worked, and he had an interest in photography. But his love for video production began when his family bought a Sony Handycam camcorder.Tatiana Del ValleMon, 31 Mar 2025 09:08:25 How a Sony Handycam sparked John Cundy鈥檚 passion for video productionAs a kid, John Cundy wasn鈥檛 sure what he wanted to do when he grew up. He knew he enjoyed taking things apart and figuring out how they worked, and he had an interest in photography. But his love for video production began when his family bought a Sony Handycam camcorder.headshot of john cundy/innovative-education/news/2025/how-sony-handycam-sparked-john-cundys-passion-for-video.aspxNews,Video/innovative-education/news/2025/how-a-teacher-of-the-year-took-her-teaching-to-the-next-level.aspxMaggie Robertson Stemme was born to teach. And she鈥檚 good at it. As a kindergarten teacher who brings passion, purpose and play to her classroom, she was named Teacher of the Year at her school in 2021. She loved being in the classroom and was thriving in her role, even earning a promotion as she neared her tenth year in the school system. So why take on the extra challenge of a master鈥檚 degree?Lorie BriggsMon, 31 Mar 2025 08:57:21 How a Teacher of the Year Took Her Teaching to the Next LevelMaggie Robertson Stemme was born to teach. And she鈥檚 good at it. As a kindergarten teacher who brings passion, purpose and play to her classroom, she was named Teacher of the Year at her school in 2021. She loved being in the classroom and was thriving in her role, even earning a promotion as she neared her tenth year in the school system. So why take on the extra challenge of a master鈥檚 degree?headshot of maggie robertson/innovative-education/news/2025/how-a-teacher-of-the-year-took-her-teaching-to-the-next-level.aspxNews/innovative-education/news/2025/kevin-durkins-journey-to-success--through-the-online-master-of-science-in-cybercrime.aspxKevin Durkin expected his Introduction to Cybercrime class at USF to be just another required course for his criminology degree 鈥� but it was a spark that ignited his career.Tatiana Del ValleThu, 27 Mar 2025 09:12:09 From student to instructor: Kevin Durkin鈥檚 journey to success through the online Master of Science in CybercrimeKevin Durkin expected his Introduction to Cybercrime class at USF to be just another required course for his criminology degree 鈥� but it was a spark that ignited his career.headshot of kevin durkin/innovative-education/news/2025/kevin-durkins-journey-to-success--through-the-online-master-of-science-in-cybercrime.aspxNews/innovative-education/news/2025/film-to-finance-how-carl-ayala-found-his-path-to-ai.aspxCarl Ayala鈥檚 career has taken him on an unexpected journey, from the creative world of film production to the fast-paced banking environment and now to the cutting-edge field of artificial intelligence.Tatiana Del ValleThu, 27 Mar 2025 09:02:27 From film to finance: How Carl Ayala found his path to artificial intelligenceCarl Ayala鈥檚 career has taken him on an unexpected journey, from the creative world of film production to the fast-paced banking environment and now to the cutting-edge field of artificial intelligence.headshot of carl ayala/innovative-education/news/2025/film-to-finance-how-carl-ayala-found-his-path-to-ai.aspxNews/innovative-education/news/2025/usf-free-genai-micro-course-closes-soon.aspxMore than 7,000 participants have already taken advantage of USF Innovative Education鈥檚 free online micro-course, GenAI in Action: Impact and Possibilities, making it a widely popular learning opportunity for anyone eager to explore generative artificial intelligence and capture the power of this rapidly advancing technology.Tatiana Del ValleFri, 21 Mar 2025 09:05:09 Last chance to enroll: USF's free GenAI in Action micro-course closes soonMore than 7,000 participants have already taken advantage of USF Innovative Education鈥檚 free online micro-course, GenAI in Action: Impact and Possibilities, making it a widely popular learning opportunity for anyone eager to explore generative artificial intelligence and capture the power of this rapidly advancing technology.GenAI in Action: Impact and Possibilities: A free new micro-course: Last Chance/innovative-education/news/2025/usf-free-genai-micro-course-closes-soon.aspxNews/innovative-education/news/2025/mastering-cybercrime-how-usf-helped-gary-rudd-sharpen-investigative-skills.aspxWith nearly two decades of experience as a special agent in the U.S. Department of Defense, Rudd has spent his career tracking down cybercriminals and protecting digital assets. But even with years in the field, he saw the value of continuous learning.Tatiana Del ValleTue, 11 Mar 2025 09:14:12 Mastering cybercrime: How USF helped a federal agent sharpen his investigative skillsWith nearly two decades of experience as a special agent in the U.S. Department of Defense, Rudd has spent his career tracking down cybercriminals and protecting digital assets. But even with years in the field, he saw the value of continuous learning.headshot of gary rudd/innovative-education/news/2025/mastering-cybercrime-how-usf-helped-gary-rudd-sharpen-investigative-skills.aspxNews/innovative-education/news/2025/lasaundria-glenn-bass-aproaches-evolving-world-of-digital-learning.aspxLaSaundria Glenn-Bass knows that the only constant in life 鈥� and education 鈥� is change. Growing up with a father in the U.S. Air Force, she moved frequently, learning to adapt and thrive in new environments.Tatiana Del ValleFri, 07 Mar 2025 09:43:34 Navigating change: How LaSaundria Glenn-Bass approaches the evolving world of digital learningLaSaundria Glenn-Bass knows that the only constant in life 鈥� and education 鈥� is change. Growing up with a father in the U.S. Air Force, she moved frequently, learning to adapt and thrive in new environments.Headshot of Lasaundria Glenn-Bass/innovative-education/news/2025/lasaundria-glenn-bass-aproaches-evolving-world-of-digital-learning.aspxNews/innovative-education/news/2025/ined-experts-showcase-strategic-insights-at-intersections-conference.aspxFrom artificial intelligence to strategic course design, USF Innovative Education demonstrated its expertise in digital learning and innovation in online education at the 2025 Intersections Conference in Orlando, FL.Tatiana Del ValleWed, 05 Mar 2025 09:47:14 USF Innovative Education experts showcase strategic insights at the 2025 Intersections ConferenceFrom artificial intelligence to strategic course design, USF Innovative Education demonstrated its expertise in digital learning and innovation in online education at the 2025 Intersections Conference in Orlando, FL.A graphic including two photos of employees presenting at the 2025 Intersections Conference. /innovative-education/news/2025/ined-experts-showcase-strategic-insights-at-intersections-conference.aspxInnovation,Newshttps://www.tampabeacon.com/news/free-usf-micro-course-offers-an-introduction-to-artificial-intelligence/article_bc5869d4-f0a7-11ef-a1fa-fba9431e9949.htmlFor those still wondering about artificial intelligence and whether they want to dip their toes into the relatively new and powerful technology, the 91社区 is offering a pool to do so.External ArticleMon, 24 Feb 2025 14:10:23 Free USF micro-course offers an introduction to artificial intelligenceFor those still wondering about artificial intelligence and whether they want to dip their toes into the relatively new and powerful technology, the 91社区 is offering a pool to do so.Gen AI in Action: Impact and Possibilites https://www.tampabeacon.com/news/free-usf-micro-course-offers-an-introduction-to-artificial-intelligence/article_bc5869d4-f0a7-11ef-a1fa-fba9431e9949.htmlInnovation,News/innovative-education/news/2025/showcasing-brillians-in-online-learning-nominations-open-for-third-annual-iodt-awards.aspxThe Innovation in Online Design and Teaching Award honors faculty who demonstrate excellence in online teaching and course design. Applications for the 2025 award are now open.Tatiana Del ValleThu, 06 Feb 2025 08:52:01 Showcasing brilliance in online learning: Nominations now open for third annual Innovation in Online Design and Teaching AwardsThe Innovation in Online Design and Teaching Award honors faculty who demonstrate excellence in online teaching and course design. Applications for the 2025 award are now open.celebrate innovation in online design and teaching. Apply today!/innovative-education/news/2025/showcasing-brillians-in-online-learning-nominations-open-for-third-annual-iodt-awards.aspxAwards/innovative-education/news/2025/breaking-barriers-in-crypto-crime-usf-ms-in-cybercrime.aspxLauren Smith is passionate about curbing cybercrime, a field that is constantly changing as criminals find new ways to take advantage of emerging technologies.Tatiana Del ValleTue, 04 Feb 2025 11:08:32 Breaking barriers in crypto crime: USF's M.S. in Cybercrime powers career successLauren Smith is passionate about curbing cybercrime, a field that is constantly changing as criminals find new ways to take advantage of emerging technologies.headshot of lauren smith/innovative-education/news/2025/breaking-barriers-in-crypto-crime-usf-ms-in-cybercrime.aspxNews/innovative-education/news/2025/usf-unveils-new-free-online-genai-course.aspxTo help people harness the power of this rapidly advancing technology, 91社区鈥檚 Innovative Education has created GenAI in Action: Impact and Possibilities, a free, self-paced online micro-course open to everyone.Tatiana Del ValleMon, 03 Feb 2025 00:45:26 USF unveils new free online micro-course: GenAI in Action: Impact and PossibilitiesTo help people harness the power of this rapidly advancing technology, 91社区鈥檚 Innovative Education has created GenAI in Action: Impact and Possibilities, a free, self-paced online micro-course open to everyone.an info graphic that says USF Unveils free new micro-crouse GEN AI In Action: Impact and Possibilites/innovative-education/news/2025/usf-unveils-new-free-online-genai-course.aspxInnovation,News/innovative-education/news/2025/jack-schofield-artistic-touch-transforms-online-learning.aspxJack Schofield channels his lifelong passion for art into groundbreaking learning design, making online learning at USF engaging and relevant for today鈥檚 students.Tatiana Del ValleTue, 21 Jan 2025 08:32:14 Bringing courses to life: How Jack Schofield鈥檚 artistic touch transforms online learningJack Schofield channels his lifelong passion for art into groundbreaking learning design, making online learning at USF engaging and relevant for today鈥檚 students.headshot of jack schofield /innovative-education/news/2025/jack-schofield-artistic-touch-transforms-online-learning.aspxLearning Design/innovative-education/news/2025/ined_studios_creative_expertise_across_usf_and_beyond.aspxUSF鈥檚 Innovative Education Studios is widely known for producing and transforming content for online programs and courses across the university. However, its creative team extends its creative expertise beyond these core focuses, partnering with various departments and colleges within USF and even tackling a few projects outside the university.Tatiana Del ValleTue, 14 Jan 2025 13:11:42 Innovative Education Studios: Creative expertise across USF and beyondUSF鈥檚 Innovative Education Studios is widely known for producing and transforming content for online programs and courses across the university. However, its creative team extends its creative expertise beyond these core focuses, partnering with various departments and colleges within USF and even tackling a few projects outside the university.InEd Studios crew and actors on set in the studio/innovative-education/news/2025/ined_studios_creative_expertise_across_usf_and_beyond.aspxVideo