Author: Doug Opicka

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There Is More That Unites Us Than Divides Us: Courageous Conversations in a Divisive Climate

E. Pluribus Unum.  Out of many, one.  As we recently celebrated our nation’s 249th birthday one month ago, I was reminded of this Latin motto that has defined us since the founding of our republic.  And yet, differences in opinions, even when those differences seem to contribute to deeper divisiveness, are not new in the history of our republic.  In 2025, we find ourselves at … Continue reading There Is More That Unites Us Than Divides Us: Courageous Conversations in a Divisive Climate

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LMS 101: What is a Learning Management System?

There has been a lot of talk about online or remote learning over the past year.  Many people were forced to experience it firsthand. Whether it’s been a positive experience or a frustrating one, a lot more goes into effective online learning than putting up some slides with content or holding a Zoom presentation. Effective online learning takes considerable planning and ongoing management.   Before diving … Continue reading LMS 101: What is a Learning Management System?

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