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Saturday, August 9
 

9:30am CDT

IN-PERSON ∙ Enhancing Proctored Events: A Testing Services Workshop LIMITED
Saturday August 9, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
PMC 156
Session Format
This is the IN-PERSON option for those attending the conference on the Springfield Campus. If you are attending virtually, do not add this session to your schedule. Virtual attendees should add the VIRTUAL option to their schedule.
Session Description
Learn about the essential resources and procedures within Testing Services for proctored events in courses. We’ll cover important topics such as exam resources, password confidentiality, dual credit, and makeup exams. Additionally, discover how Springfield Campus students will use RegisterBlast to schedule their exams. We’ll explore how to upload exams, track student progress, and enhance the overall testing experience, ensuring a streamlined process for both faculty and students.
Speakers
avatar for Jade Saeger

Jade Saeger

Coordinator - Testing Services, Ozarks Tech
Jade Saeger is the Coordinator of Testing Services at Ozarks Tech's Springfield Campus. She earned her MBA in 2020 and has over a decade of experience in higher education. Jade began her career in 2009 as a student worker at a community college in Florida and later became a Testing... Read More →
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Saturday August 9, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
PMC 156
  IN-PERSON Breakout Session

9:30am CDT

IN-PERSON ∙ OTC Cares LIMITED
Saturday August 9, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
PMC 147
Session Format
This is the IN-PERSON option for those attending the conference on the Springfield Campus. If you are attending virtually, do not add this session to your schedule. Virtual attendees should add the VIRTUAL option to their schedule.
Session Options
This session is offered at both 9:30 and 10:30. The content is the same, so please add it to your schedule for only one time slot.
Session Description
Adjunct faculty play a vital role in identifying and supporting students in need. This session will provide an overview of the OTC Cares model, including when and how to submit a referral, what happens after a report is made, and how faculty can set compassionate, clear expectations while supporting student success. You'll leave with a better understanding of your role in our care and response system—and the confidence to connect students with the right help at the right time.
Speakers
avatar for Sarah Bargo

Sarah Bargo

College Director - Student Care & Engagement, Ozarks Tech
I've been with the college since 2014, most of that in Advancement, holding positions in Communications & Marketing and the OTC Foundation before taking on my current role in Student Affairs.
Saturday August 9, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
PMC 147
  IN-PERSON Breakout Session

9:30am CDT

IN-PERSON ∙ Restoring Connection: Cultivating Student Interaction in the Classroom LIMITED
Saturday August 9, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
PMC 132
Session Format
This is the IN-PERSON option for those attending the conference on the Springfield Campus. If you are attending virtually, do not add this session to your schedule. Virtual attendees should add the VIRTUAL option to their schedule.
Session Description
Students are struggling to learn together. Absenteeism is on the rise, conversations are dwindling, curiosity feels rare, and group work is more dreaded than ever. How can educators reignite engagement and help students rediscover the value of interaction? Join a conversation on overcoming the inertia of isolation and rebuilding essential classroom connections. Share your frustrations, experiences, and ideas as we work together to create a better classroom experience.
Speakers
avatar for Trisha White

Trisha White

Department Chair - Mathematics, Ozarks Tech
Dr. Trish White has served on many statewide committees and is currently chairing the MO Mathematics Advisory Committee. Trish earned her Ed.D. in Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis from the MU and was awarded AMATYC’s national Teaching Excellence Award. Trish is currently... Read More →
Saturday August 9, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
PMC 132
  IN-PERSON Breakout Session

9:30am CDT

IN-PERSON ∙ The Impact of Implicit Bias in the Classroom LIMITED
Saturday August 9, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
PMC 157
Session Format
This is the IN-PERSON option for those attending the conference on the Springfield Campus. If you are attending virtually, do not add this session to your schedule. Virtual attendees should add the VIRTUAL option to their schedule.
Session Description
This session will examine the concept of implicit bias and the impact unconscious bias has on our interaction with students in the physical and online classroom.
Speakers
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Kimberly Berry

Department Chair - Communication, Ozarks Tech
Saturday August 9, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
PMC 157
  IN-PERSON Breakout Session

9:30am CDT

IN-PERSON ∙ The New Literacy: Building Essential Skills in the Age of AI LIMITED
Saturday August 9, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
PMC 155
Session Format
This is the IN-PERSON option for those attending the conference on the Springfield Campus. If you are attending virtually, do not add this session to your schedule. Virtual attendees should add the VIRTUAL option to their schedule.
Session Description
As AI tools become more prevalent in education, many faculty express concern about potential impacts on students' critical thinking skills. This 60-minute session explores this challenge by examining approaches to digital literacy that acknowledge both AI's capabilities and limitations. Community college faculty will discuss strategies that may help preserve critical thinking while recognizing the realities of AI's presence in students' academic work and future careers.
Key topics:
• Understanding what generative AI can and cannot do well
• Designing assignments that incorporate AI as a learning tool
• Teaching students to use AI to enhance, not replace, critical thinking
Participants will gain:
• Insights into current AI technology capabilities
• Sample assignments that address AI use while preserving authentic student learning and critical thinking


Speakers
avatar for Barrie Talbott

Barrie Talbott

Instructor - English, Ozarks Tech
avatar for Philip Arnold

Philip Arnold

Director - Instructional Support, Ozarks Tech
Philip works as the Director of Instructional Support at Ozarks Technical Community College providing leadership in the areas of course design, LMS administration, faculty training, and technical support. Additional responsibilities include research, promotion, and application of... Read More →
Saturday August 9, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
PMC 155
  IN-PERSON Breakout Session

9:30am CDT

IN-PERSON ∙ Trauma-Informed Communication & Pedagogy LIMITED
Saturday August 9, 2025 9:30am - 11:20am CDT
PMC 139
Session Format
This is the IN-PERSON option for those attending the conference on the Springfield Campus. If you are attending virtually, do not add this session to your schedule. Virtual attendees should add the VIRTUAL option to their schedule.
Session Length
This is a 1-hour and 50-minute session. If you add this session to your schedule, you will not be able to add other morning breakout sessions to your schedule.
Session Description
Approximately 1 in 2 people will experience trauma in their lifetime, which can profoundly impact learning. This session explores the effects of trauma, how it may present in an academic setting, and how faculty can respond effectively. Additionally, research highlights the intersection of trauma and neurodivergence, both of which can shape students’ experiences and access to education. Participants will gain practical, trauma-informed strategies to create an inclusive learning environment that supports engagement, self-regulation, and equitable opportunities for all students.
Speakers
avatar for Courtney Smith-Nelson

Courtney Smith-Nelson

Instructor - Mathematics, Ozarks Tech
Dr. Courtney Smith-Nelson is the lead mathematics instructor at the Ozarks Tech Richwood Valley campus. She holds bachelor's degrees in mathematics and Spanish, a master's degree in mathematics education, and a doctorate of education in educational leadership. She has 15 years of... Read More →
avatar for Rachel Herron

Rachel Herron

Assistant Title IX Coordinator, Ozarks Tech
While I have been in my current role as Title IX Assistant Coordinator since 2023, I have worked at OTC since 2017 as an adjunct instructor and victim advocate. I am passionate about helping students overcome barriers to academic and personal success. I have a master's degree in clinical... Read More →
Saturday August 9, 2025 9:30am - 11:20am CDT
PMC 139
  IN-PERSON Breakout Session

10:30am CDT

IN-PERSON Building a Connected Classroom Climate LIMITED
Saturday August 9, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CDT
PMC 132
Session Format
This is the IN-PERSON option for those attending the conference on the Springfield Campus. If you are attending virtually, do not add this session to your schedule. Virtual attendees should add the VIRTUAL option to their schedule.
Session Description
This session explores the relationship between safety and connection as foundational pieces that promote willingness and engagement when interacting in the classroom or with others. Through discussion and activities, participants will explore how safety and connection impact a readiness to learn and cultivate relationships in the classroom. The guiding outcomes of the session is to help faculty and staff establish a felt sense of safety and create meaningful connections.
Speakers
avatar for Faith Swickard

Faith Swickard

Study Nursery Coordinator, Ozarks Tech
I have a doctorate in Educational Leadership, Curriculum and Instruction, and have been in education for over 26 years. My journey has involved working in early childhood through higher education. I have been part of the OTC family since 2011. By day, I manage the OTC Study Nursery... Read More →
avatar for Darla McDowell

Darla McDowell

Department Chair - Teacher Education, Ozarks Tech
I have a masters in curriculum and educational leadership, and have taught many age groups including pre-school, elementary, high-school and college. I’ve been teaching at OTC since 2013.I love a smooth-running classroom where students and teachers can succeed while finding joy... Read More →
Saturday August 9, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CDT
PMC 132
  IN-PERSON Breakout Session

10:30am CDT

IN-PERSON ∙ Getting Started with Microsoft 365: Tools for Teaching & Working Smarter LIMITED
Saturday August 9, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CDT
PMC 157
Session Format
This is the IN-PERSON option for those attending the conference on the Springfield Campus. If you are attending virtually, do not add this session to your schedule. Virtual attendees should add the VIRTUAL option to their schedule.
Session Options
This session is offered at both 9:30 and 10:30. The content is the same, so please add it to your schedule for only one time slot.
Session Description
Did you know your Ozarks Tech account gives you access to Microsoft 365 tools like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneDrive — all online and ready to use from anywhere? This session is designed for adjunct faculty who want to feel more confident using their Microsoft 365 account to create, save, and share documents for their classes. We’ll cover:
  • How to access your Ozarks Tech Microsoft 365 account
  • Saving and sharing files using OneDrive
  • Using online tools to collaborate with students or colleagues
Whether you’re brand new to Microsoft 365 or want a refresher, this session will provide practical, hands-on guidance to help you get started.
Speakers
avatar for Kimberly Lyons

Kimberly Lyons

Coordinator - Help Desk, Ozarks Tech
Howdy! My name is Kimberly Lyons, I am the IT Help Desk Coordinator for the IT Help Desk at Ozarks Tech. I have three associate degrees from OTC and use them all in various ways while helping solve IT problems! I've been with IT at OTC since 2019 - formerly, I was a math and chemistry... Read More →
Saturday August 9, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CDT
PMC 157
  IN-PERSON Breakout Session

10:30am CDT

IN-PERSON ∙ Maximizing Canvas: New Features and Time-Saving Tips for Faculty FULL
Saturday August 9, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CDT
PMC 155
Session Format
This is the IN-PERSON option for those attending the conference on the Springfield Campus. If you are attending virtually, do not add this session to your schedule. Virtual attendees should add the VIRTUAL option to their schedule.

Session Description
Discover how Canvas's latest features can improve your teaching efficiency and support student engagement. Learn about practical new tools that streamline course management while creating effective learning experiences for your students.
Speakers
avatar for Jacque Harris

Jacque Harris

Instructional Designer, Ozarks Tech
I am a passionate education professional. I am driven to construct learning experiences that help students find relevance in their learning and make connections that will enrich and empower their lives beyond the classroom. Two of the best parts of my job are working with amazing... Read More →
avatar for Jennifer Whalen

Jennifer Whalen

Instructional Development Specialist, Ozarks Tech
M.S. Physics (1999), M.A. Teaching (2024).  
avatar for Amy Schneider

Amy Schneider

Instructional Designer, Ozarks Tech
My background is in early childhood education and I taught in a k-5 setting for 10 years before homeschooling my four children for four years. I returned to school in 2014 to get my masters in Instructional Technology & Design. In 2015 I began working at OTC as an instructional designer... Read More →
Saturday August 9, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CDT
PMC 155
  IN-PERSON Breakout Session

10:30am CDT

IN-PERSON ∙ OTC Cares LIMITED
Saturday August 9, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CDT
PMC 147
Session Format
This is the IN-PERSON option for those attending the conference on the Springfield Campus. If you are attending virtually, do not add this session to your schedule. Virtual attendees should add the VIRTUAL option to their schedule.
Session Options
This session is offered at both 9:30 and 10:30. The content is the same, so please add it to your schedule for only one time slot.
Session Description
Adjunct faculty play a vital role in identifying and supporting students in need. This session will provide an overview of the OTC Cares model, including when and how to submit a referral, what happens after a report is made, and how faculty can set compassionate, clear expectations while supporting student success. You'll leave with a better understanding of your role in our care and response system—and the confidence to connect students with the right help at the right time.
Speakers
avatar for Sarah Bargo

Sarah Bargo

College Director - Student Care & Engagement, Ozarks Tech
I've been with the college since 2014, most of that in Advancement, holding positions in Communications & Marketing and the OTC Foundation before taking on my current role in Student Affairs.
Saturday August 9, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CDT
PMC 147
  IN-PERSON Breakout Session

10:30am CDT

IN-PERSON ∙ Teaching on Turbo: Time-Saving Strategies for the Adjunct Hustle LIMITED
Saturday August 9, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CDT
PMC 156
Session Format
This is the IN-PERSON option for those attending the conference on the Springfield Campus. If you are attending virtually, do not add this session to your schedule. Virtual attendees should add the VIRTUAL option to their schedule.
Session Description
Teaching a heavy course load doesn’t have to mean drowning in grading, emails, and lesson prep. This session is packed with practical, time-saving strategies to help faculty maximize efficiency without sacrificing quality. From smarter grading techniques to streamlined course management, discover ways to reclaim your time while keeping students engaged and learning. Whether you’re balancing teaching at multiple colleges or just looking for ways to work smarter, this session will help you teach on turbo—without burning out.
Speakers
avatar for Stephanie Davenport

Stephanie Davenport

Instructor - Psychology, Ozarks Tech
Stephanie Davenport has been teaching psychology courses since 2006. Before joining OTC, she worked as a Market Research Analyst at Bass Pro Shops, conducting research and analyzing customer trends to support business strategies. Stephanie joined OTC in 2008 as a Research Analyst... Read More →
Saturday August 9, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am CDT
PMC 156
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