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Updates & Events

UPCEA Convening on The Future of Credentials: Post-Event Executive Summary

Read the Executive Summary from the November 16, 2017 convening on “The Future of Credentials,” summarizing the key themes and takeaways, identifying trends and the state of the field and current practice, as well as opportunities for future action.

2018 SOLA+R (Summit for Online Leadership and Administration + Roundtable)

June 18-20, 2018 -- Washington, DC SOLA+R (Summit for Online Leadership and Administration + Roundtable) is the leading event focused on the online enterprise – from both strategic and operational perspectives.

Navigating the new UPCEA Website!

Welcome to the brand new upcea.edu! We want to be sure you understand the changes that occurred with the site, and some of our past processes have changed, so we always want to be sure our members are up-to-date and ...

For instructional designers UPCEA offers multiple virtual and in person events for professional development

eDC ThinkTank Roadshow

The eDC ThinkTank Roadshow introduces eDesign Collaborative (eDC) members to various types of design shops models and practices, allows members to collaborate to find best practices, and support the networking needs of eDC members. By partnering with universities throughout the country the ...

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The growth of the adult market and online learning is transforming higher education.
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Research & Strategy

The UPCEA Center for Research and Strategy offers the gold standard of research and benchmarking information in the professional, continuing, and online education field. Under the experienced leadership of Jim Fong, the Center conducts several free studies per year on timely issues for the benefit of the UPCEA membership at large, in addition to numerous custom studies for individual members that are considerably more affordable than the private sector.

Online Leadership

The National Council for Online Education is uniquely focused on the factors that are crucial to a successful online enterprise: leadership strategy, financial models, marketing and program development, student services, and effective partnerships. Founding Director Ray Schroeder is a leading expert in online education whose insights are transforming the way institutions leverage online education as a critical strategic asset.

Membership

UPCEA members have access to a wealth of resources focused on supporting both continuing education and quality online and blended programs. Whether through timely online publications addressing cutting-edge trends and topics, frequent webinars on actionable subjects, or access to professional development through conferences and seminars, UPCEA has the resources you need.

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UPCEA is the leading association for professional, continuing, and online education. Founded in 1915, UPCEA now serves more than 400 institutions, including most of the leading public and private colleges and universities in North America. For 100 years, the association has served its members with innovative conferences and specialty seminars, research and benchmarking information, professional networking opportunities and timely publications.