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Program Summary

Main Conference kicks off at 2:30PM on July 8th and continues until 5pm on Friday, July 10th.

  • Wednesday, July 8

    Pre-Conference Workshops

    8AM-2:30PM

    Brightspace Training
    AI Workshop

    Main Conference

    2:30PM-10PM

    Learning Exchange Showcase
    Mainstage Opening Keynote

    Evening Social Event 
  • Thursday, July 9

    Main Conference

    8AM-6PM

    Mainstage D2L Solutions Spotlight 
    Breakout Sessions
    Exhibits and Lounges 
    Labs and Interactive Experiences 
    Networking Activities 
    Wellness Activities
    Affinity Networking
  • Friday, July 10

    Main Conference

    8AM-5PM

    Mainstage Guest Keynote 
    Breakout Sessions 
    Exhibits and Lounges  
    Labs and Interactive Experiences  
    Networking Activities  
    Wellness Activities  
    Mainstage Wrap-up Show

Additional On-demand content will be available to all Fusion registrants. 

*Agenda Subject to change

Pre-Conference Tracks

Pre-Conference is perfect for those looking to start early to get a head start on learning at Fusion.

Brightspace Training – Beginner/Intermediate

Format: 4 x 60min Training Sessions

This Pre-Conference Training track is great for new users and Brightspace beginners to enhance their skills, explore new tools and learn tips and how-to’s from the D2L Training team.  

This track will have 4 separate 60 min hands-on training sessions throughout the day.

Attendees of the Brightspace Training Pre-Conference can attend sessions from either the Beginner or Advanced Training Tracks.

Breakfast and lunch included.

Brightspace Training – Intermediate/Advanced

Format: 4 x 60min Training Sessions

This Pre-Conference Training track is geared to advanced users looking to elevate their proficiencies, get questions answered by the D2L Training team, and flex their Brightspace muscles to even further.   

This track will have 4 separate 60min hands-on training sessions throughout the day.

Attendees of the Brightspace Training Pre-Conference can attend sessions from either the Beginner or Advanced Training Tracks.

Breakfast and lunch included.

AI Workshop – Redesigning Courses and Programs in the Age of AI

Format: 1 x 4hour Workshop

This Pre-Conference Workshop is designed for academic leaders, faculty, instructors, and instructional designers across organizations who are navigating the integration of AI into teaching and learning. The 4 hour session will cover how we redesign courses and programs with AI in mind (responding thoughtfully to a changed landscape), and how we use AI as a creative partner in the design process itself. Throughout the day participants will alternate between facilitated content and structured small-group conversation, ensuring ample time to explore how these ideas apply to their specific organizational contexts.  

Attendees of the AI Workshop Track Pre-Conference Track must attend the full 4 hour AI Workshop.

Breakfast and lunch included.

Main Conference Tracks

D2L Main Conference programming will touch on hot topics and trends in edtech and the future of learning. Below are the overarching topic tracks:

  • H5P Community

    A dedicated track for the global H5P community. Share advanced techniques, showcase reusable content, explore emerging content types, and collaborate with peers who are pushing the boundaries of interactive learning experiences.

  • Innovative Technologies and Ecosystems

    Explore the latest advancements in AI, virtual and AR and seamless third-party integrations that extend Brightspace’s capabilities. This track highlights practical implementations and forward-looking solutions that strengthen the broader teaching and learning ecosystem.

  • Insights and Strategy

    Examine how institutions are leveraging analytics and data platforms to inform decision-making, improve adoption and demonstrate measurable impact on learner success and organizational goals.

  • Learner Experience and Success

    Focused on designing inclusive, engaging and supportive learning environments. Sessions will address accessibility, personalized pathways, learner well-being integration, and evidence-based strategies that enhance retention and impact learner success.

  • Learning for the Working Professional

    This session track is designed for leaders responsible for developing the skills, capabilities, and confidence working professionals need to stay effective and relevant. Sessions focus on building intentional, future-focused learning strategies—attendees will learn how to identify emerging skill needs, align learning with organizational priorities, and scale effectively.

  • Research

    A growing forum for scholarly work centered on Brightspace. Present empirical studies, evaluation projects, and applied research that contribute to the evidence base for effective online and blended learning practices. Showcase your research on how the Brightspace Learning Management System (LMS) can transform lives and make an impact in this growing field.
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    Site Administration, Integration & IT Leadership

    For the site admins and technical and operational teams managing SIS integrations, LTI standards, data governance, accessibility compliance, and large-scale Brightspace deployments.

  • Skills, Credentials, and Development

    This track addresses the evolving role of technology in competency-based education, micro-credentials, comprehensive learner records and workforce development programs, with particular attention to equity and scalable credentialing models.
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    Teaching and Training Excellence

    Share proven instructional practices, faculty/instructional development frameworks and workflow optimizations that elevate teaching and training — from course design and Creator+ adoption to streamlined assessment and feedback strategies.

Session Schedules

Plan to register for Pre-Conference to enjoy hands-on training and workshops before the Main Conference Program begins.

  • Pre-Conference Workshops

    Coming Soon

  • Main Conference Sessions

    Check back in April

  • On-Demand Sessions

    Stay Tuned

Get fired up for what’s next — Phoenix is calling.

July 8–10, 2026 | Phoenix, Arizona

We can’t wait to explore beyond the horizon with you at Fusion. 

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