Empowering Education - Navigating Innovation and Integrity in the Digital Age
We are excited to announce that the 猎奇重口 will be hosting XLi, the MUS Distance Education conference April 14-15, 2025. This is the statewide conference dedicated to online teaching and learning and is an ideal place to join faculty, instructional designers and administrators who are involved in the practice and support of distance education. We encourage faculty, staff and academic administrators to register and attend XLi 2025 to share your experiences and collaborate with peers from across the state. Students are welcome, too! The registration for the 2025 XLi Conference is now closed. If you still wish to attend the conference, we will have same-day registration open at the Welcome table at the event.
Conference Tracks:Innovation in Digital Education, Supporting All Learners, Integrity and Ethics in Education |
Location:University Center – 3rd floor on the 猎奇重口 campus, Missoula |
Thank you to our generous sponsors, MUS Office of the Commissioner of Higher Education and Instructure, for supporting XLi 2025!
Keynote Speaker
Generative artificial intelligence is set to transform education—but how can we balance its vast potential with the realities of teaching and learning? Join Jason as he explores a shared vision for thoughtfully planning and adopting AI tools that empower teachers and learners alike. Together, we’ll move beyond the AI hype, uncover actionable strategies, and navigate the uncharted frontiers of innovation with clarity and purpose.
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The registration for the 2025 XLi Conference is now closed. If you still wish to attend the conference, we will have same-day registration open at the Welcome table at the event. Please note that same-day registration does NOT include meals.
Please visit the XLi Welcome table in the foyer on the third floor of the UC, on the day you would like to attend, to complete your same-day registration. Credit Cards, checks, and cash accepted. Credit Cards Preferred.
The registration system will accept credit card payment by Visa, Mastercard or Discover, but cannot accept American Express.
If you are using a ProCard, account and index information will be on the receipt that is emailed to you after your registration is complete.
To pay by check, please contact onlinelearningsupport@mso.umt.edu for instructions, prior to registering.
You will be asked to set up an account when you register. Please do not include spaces in the user name and the password must be at least 8 characters.
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General Schedule Monday - April 14 (8AM-6:30PM)
Times
Tuesday - April 15 (8AM-1:00 PM)
Times
Check-in & Breakfast
8:00-9:30
Breakfast & Networking
8:00-9:00
Poster Sessions
9:00-9:30
Session 5
9:00-9:50
Welcome & Opening Remarks
9:30-9:50
Break & Poster Sessions
10:00-10:30
Session 1
10:00-10:50
Session 6
10:30-11:20
Session 2
11:00-11:50
Session 7
11:30-12:20
Lunch
12:00-1:00
Closing Remarks & Boxed Lunch
12:30-1:00
Keynote
1:00-1:45
Session 3
2:00-2:50
Break & Poster Sessions
3:00-3:30
Session 4
3:40-4:30
Social Reception
4:45-6:30
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For lodging, we have special rates for XLi attendees at these two fine hotels.
*Please note all rates do not include 8% 猎奇重口 bed tax and other fees.
One of Missoula’s newest lodging choices, the is a modern design hotel centrally located in downtown Missoula, with restaurants, pubs, and boutique shopping all just steps away. Valet parking is available and it is within walking distance to UM. Ask for the special XLi conference rate of $130*/night. This special rate is limited to a small block of rooms, and the last date to for our group rate is March 13.
is located along the Clark Fork River across from the UM campus. It is easy walking distance over the pedestrian bridge, which is adjacent to the hotel. Ask for the special XLi rate of $149*/night. This special rate is limited to a small block of rooms, and the last date to for our group rate is March 13.
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XLi 2025 will take place on the 3rd floor of the University Center (UC), which can be accessed from every entrance to the building. There is an elevator in the center of the main floor atrium.
Part of the top floor of the parking garage on the UM campus has been reserved for conference attendees. The parking garage is along Campus Drive and very close to our University Center venue (location of all the XLi sessions) and marked as R3 on the UM Campus parking map.
The rate to park on campus is $8/day and passes can be purchased in advance at the (click the Permits button and then the Guest Login). You can also buy a daily permit in person at the Campus Security office located on Campus Drive at the base of Mount Sentinel and across the street from Washington Grizzly Stadium. Alternately, the Passport Parking app option allows you to pay by the hour via your phone.
There will be an event sign entering the lot on the top floor of the parking garage—let the attendant know you are with XLi. These parking spots will be held for our attendees until about 10 AM both days. We encourage using this parking space to keep other campus parking available to students and staff.
Take a closer look at the location of the University Center or Parking using the or download a printable Campus Map.