Huge thanks to the folks at The eLearning Consortium of Colorado (formerly Colorado TELECOOP) for the invite to give a keynote during the 2026 Annual eLCC Conference! The eLCC is a coalition of public and private colleges, universities, K-12 education, private sector business and public television stations dedicated to the enhancement of educational opportunities through distance learning. I had been holding on to a few copies of the book and I am happy I was to have a small giveaway at the end!
The keynote was titled: Context Matters! Learning Design Practice ThroughGlobal South Perspectives
Abstract: How do learning designers in the Global South transform challenges into opportunities for innovation? This keynote invites you on a journey across higher education, corporate, non-profit, and government sectors, where practitioners adapt to rapidly changing environments by drawing on local knowledge, cultural traditions, and resourcefulness. Through vivid real-world examples, we’ll explore how learning designers respond to diverse needs—navigating unique demographics, traditions, and policy landscapes—to create meaningful educational experiences. We will discuss the creative strategies, emerging competencies, and organizational models that are shaping learning design in contexts often overlooked by mainstream narratives. Whether you’re a designer, educator, or leader, this session will spark fresh perspectives on what it means to build impactful learning experiences in a complex world.
Design Goodiness 