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We invite you to jo UC San Diego’s third Educational Innovation Expo on May 21–22, 2025, at the new conference center in the Survivance building, adjacent to the La Jolla Playhouse. 

The two-day event is an opportunity for faculty, students, and staff to showcase and learn about pedagogical and technological innovation happening at UC San Diego and throughout higher education. Together, we hope to inspire creativity, celebrate ingenuity, and build a strong community of practice where we share challenges, successes, and reflect on the impact of technology in education.

Attend the Expo

Please RSVP to attend by Wednesday, May 14. We have an exciting program planned. Breakfast and lunch are included, with light refreshments served in the afternoon.

Let’s celebrate and spark what’s next in teaching and learning—together.

Questions? Contact ei@ucsd.edu

Past EI Events

Educational Innovation Expo 2021 - March 4, 2021

About the Expo:

We are excited to host the second Educational Innovation Expo. The objective of this event is to showcase the innovative pedagogical work happening at UC San Diego, inspire each other, and build a strong community of practice where we share challenges, successes, and opportunities in educational innovation.

Watch: Opening Remarks and Keynote Speaker

Introduction/ Opening Remarks

Speaker: Carlos Jensen, PhD,  Associate Vice Chancellor for Educational Innovation (AVC-EI)

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Keynote Address: UC San Diego: A Catalyst for Economic, Intellectual and Cultural Growth

Speaker: Mary Walshok, Associate Vice Chancellor, Public Programs/ Dean, UC San Diego Extension

Moderated by: Carlos Jensen, PhD,  Associate Vice Chancellor for Educational Innovation (AVC-EI)

Agenda:

Click HERE to see the full agenda (including recordings of other sessions).

EI Workshop: How to Create R Courses - November 18, 2020

About the Expo:

The objective of this workshop is for faculty members who want to learn more about the approval process for R courses and the support available when creating these type of courses.

Watch: Opening Remarks

Introduction/ Opening Remarks

Speaker: Carlos Jensen, PhD,  Associate Vice Chancellor for Educational Innovation (AVC-EI)

Agenda:

Click HERE to see the full agenda (including recordings of other sessions).

Education Innovation Expo 2020 - September 17, 2020

About the Expo:

The Educational Innovation Expo was the first in a series of events aimed at campus leaders and faculty. The objective was to explain and explore the different opportunities for innovation at UC San Diego and how the Office of Educational Innovation can support these endeavors. Though conversation, the Expo intended to build community and inspire campus leadership to think different and creatively about how we approach education and pedagogy at UC San Diego. 

Watch: Opening Remarks and Keynote Speaker

Introduction/ Opening Remarks

Speaker: Carlos Jensen, PhD,  Associate Vice Chancellor for Educational Innovation (AVC-EI)

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Keynote Address: An Overview of Arizona State University Online: Unlocking opportunities and creating engaging student experiences

Speaker: Julie Greenwood, PhD, Vice Dean for Educational Initiatives, EdPlus, Arizona State University

Moderated by: Carlos Jensen and Karen Flammer, PhD, Director of Digital Learning, Teaching + Learning Commons

Agenda:

Click HERE to see the full agenda (including recordings of other sessions).