2-Minute Speed Round Table Reports*

Focused Introductions: Please introduce yourself and highlight one point from your written report that you are proud of, and then tell us about one thing that keeps you up at night (or gives you heartburn). 

* Your comments will be timed so that we finish on time, therefore, if there are two representatives from one institution in attendance, the second delegate will provide an introduction only. 

Exploring the dynamic relationship between adult learning markets and university frameworks

Continuing education units have two key sets of relationships: with their clients (adult learners) and with the universities they serve and in terms of the market for adult learning.  In this talk, HESA President Alex Usher will examine recent changes both in learning markets and universities, describe what they portend for the future, and suggest some possible directions for Continuing Education units, both singly and collectively. 

Presenter: Alex Usher, President, Higher Education Strategy Associates (HESA)

Shaping the Future of University Continuing Education: A conversation with Alex Usher

Join us for a thought-provoking afternoon session where university continuing education leaders from across Canada will engage in a foundational dialogue with Alex Usher, President of Higher Education Strategy Associates (HESA). This facilitated session is designed not as a conclusion but as a starting point for ongoing exploration and development in the field of adult learning.

Key aspects of the session:

• Engagement and Exchange: Share challenges, opportunities, and case studies with Alex Usher to gain his unique insights on the current state and future prospects of higher education in Canada.
• Planting Seeds for Future Growth: This session is about beginning a conversation, setting the stage for future dialogues informed by Alex's reflections and feedback.
• Building a Collaborative Network: Foster a sense of community and collaboration among leaders in university continuing education, encouraging continued exchange beyond the session.
• Long-Term Vision Development: Use this opportunity to start shaping a long-term strategy for adapting to the evolving needs of adult learners and their institutions.

Objective: The goal of this session is to plant seeds for further development, conversation, and insight. We recognize that an hour is just the start. Our ambition is to spark new ideas and perspectives that will continue to grow and evolve, informed by the collective wisdom of the participants and Alex Usher's expert commentary. This is the beginning of a journey towards innovative and effective solutions in university continuing education.

Moderator: Rod Lastra, CAUCE President, Extended Education, University of Manitoba

Charting the Course – The Future of Post-Secondary Education 

The "Charting the Course: The Future of Post-Secondary Education" series navigated the evolution of post-secondary education in Canada, considering the profound impact of technology, innovative learning methods, skill shelf life, and more. These roundtable discussions brought together a diverse group of education professionals to engage in insightful conversations, share experiences, and envision the future of post-secondary education in Canada.   

The discussions revolved around key themes, including:  

• Technology in Education: How are technologies such as artificial intelligence reshaping the educational landscape?   
• Flexible Learning Models: What role do hybrid learning models, like online courses, micro-credentials, and experiential learning, play in post-secondary education?   
• Student-Centered Education: How can personalized and adaptive learning be implemented to engage students, support their well-being, and prepare them for the future demands of the workforce?   
• Lifelong Learning: How can post-secondary education keep up in an era where the shelf life of skills may only be a few years?   

This session will share the core findings of these roundtable discussions. 

Presenters: Allison Clark, Research & Policy Analyst, and Lisa Wolfgram, Stakeholder Relations Coordinator,  Information and Communications Technology Council (ICTC) 

Rotational Roundtable Topics

Breakfast Networking Meeting

Table Hosts: Executive Committee Members

CAUCE Business and Updates 

Nutrition and Networking Break

Exploring emerging LMI / data practices amongst CAUCE members 

In this session you will learn about the emerging practices and common use cases of LMI by CAUCE members, by their specific user groups. These include analysts, program designers, marketing teams, and institutional level decision makers. With these specific use cases in mind, Vicinity Jobs has built a new PSI Insight tool.

A demonstration of the new Vicinity Jobs PSI Insight tool

The second part of this session will include a live demonstration of the new PSI insight tool’s capabilities.

Presenter: Austin Hracs, Senior Vice President of Research and Partnerships, Vicinity Jobs Inc.

Reflections and Next Steps

This session will provide us with the opportunity to summarize the last two days and synthesize actionable takeaways.