2024 Product Lightning Talks Descriptions
- Sarina Canelake
This page holds descriptions of the four Product Lightning Talks at the 2024 Open edX conference. These talks will take place in a single block, from 1530 - 1615, in Van der Sterr 1046. Due to the compressed nature of the talks, it is not advisable to try to switch between talks on different tracks.
Education Without Limits: Accessibility in Mobile Learning, @Volodymyr Chekyrta
Solve the challenges of global accessibility gaps in mobile learning and delve into transformative solutions. Explore the profound impact of VoiceOver and TalkBack, powerful tools enhancing the educational experience for visually impaired individuals. Gain insights into responsive design and inclusive principles, instrumental in overcoming barriers and fostering an inclusive educational landscape. Join this discourse to support accessibility in mobile learning.
Enhancing Open edX: Survey Reports & AI, @Andrés Sebastián Espinel Reyna
We'll explore how the synergy of survey reports, AI, and machine learning models can elevate the quality of the Open edX platform. Attendees will gain insights into tracking report status, including whether they have been generated, sent, or encountered errors, all while exploring how AI and machine learning can analyze user behavior, engagement patterns, and course performance data to proactively identify areas that require attention.
Open edX E-commerce: Current Status, Alternatives, and What's Next, @Maria Fernanda Magallanes Z
With the deprecation of e-commerce and the announcement that the commerce coordinator project has been redirected, the question arises: how will we sell our products in Open edX? In this talk, I aim to provide information on the current state of the e-commerce service, discuss various alternatives and solutions from different providers and organizations, explain the plugin that enables WooCommerce integration with Open edX, and inspire the community to collaborate on integrations.
Offline Open edX functionality in Refugee settlements and poor internet connectivity areas , Justin Paluku Mbunzule
In an era where online education is transforming the way we learn, there exists a critical challenge in ensuring access to quality education for individuals in areas with limited internet connectivity. This session explores innovative solutions of offline Open edX functionalities.
Join us as we delve into the intersection of technology and education, examining how offline Open edX features can empower learners in refugee settlements and regions facing connectivity challenges.