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Pre-Conference Learning

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

Pre-Conference training is great for beginners to attend hands-on workshops to learn more and ask questions, and for more intermediate and advance users to sharpen their skills and connect with other users before the Main Conference.

  • Beginner

    Pre-Conference Training sessions that are 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.

  • Intermediate-Advanced

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

Pre-Conference Venue

The Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort

1 Resort Dr, Savannah, GA 31421

Pre-Conference Day Schedule

*Agenda subject to change

Audience

Topic

  • 7:30 am – 8:45 am

    Westin Grand Ballroom Foyer

    Pre-Conference Training

    Pre-Conference Registration & Continental Breakfast

  • 9:00 am – 9:50 am

    Westin Grand Ballroom C

    Pre-Conference Training

    Pre-Conference Training | Empowerment Through Accessibility: Course Design For All

    Ready to make your courses more inclusive? This session will cover essential strategies and tools to ensure your course content, assessments, and learning materials are accessible to all students.

    Speakers
    • Katarina Raznatovic
      Katarina Raznatovic Bilingual Trainer D2L
  • 9:00 am – 9:50 am

    Westin Grand Ballroom B

    Pre-Conference Training

    Pre-Conference Training | Getting Started With Brightspace

    This introductory session provides a live demo of key tools used in Brightspace. We will explore Activity Feed, Content, Discussions, Assignments, Quizzes and Grades.

    Speakers
    • Jacqueline Nelles
      Jacqueline Nelles Senior Trainer D2L
  • 9:00 am – 9:50 am

    Westin Grand Ballroom F

    Pre-Conference Training

    Pre-Conference Training | Leveraging AI (D2L Lumi)

    Discover how LUMI transforms education by creating assessments and outcomes that save time and energy, allowing educators to focus on what truly matters.

    Speakers
    • Popsann Francis
      Popsann Francis Senior Trainer D2L
  • 9:50 am – 10:00 am

    Westin Grand Ballroom Foyer

    Pre-Conference Training

    Pre-Conference Coffee Break

  • 10:00 am – 10:50 am

    Westin Grand Ballroom F

    Pre-Conference Training

    Pre-Conference Training | Catch Up With Brightspace: What’s New Since Last Fusion

    Stay up-to-date with the latest enhancements in Brightspace! Join us for a comprehensive review of the main updates since July 2024. This session will cover key improvements and new features introduced in the monthly releases, ensuring you’re well-informed about the latest developments. Perfect for anyone looking to keep their Brightspace knowledge current and leverage the newest tools and functionalities.

    Speakers
    • Craig Romanec
      Craig Romanec Training Consultant D2L
  • 10:00 am – 10:50 am

    Westin Grand Ballroom B

    Pre-Conference Training

    Pre-Conference Training | Introduction to Grades

    Discover how LUMI transforms education by creating assessments and outcomes that save time and energy, allowing educators to focus on what truly matters.

    Speakers
    • Jacqueline Nelles
      Jacqueline Nelles Senior Trainer D2L
  • 10:00 am – 10:50 am

    Westin Grand Ballroom C

    Pre-Conference Training

    Pre-Conference Training | The ABCs of Content (Lessons)

    Wondering how to add content to your course? Join us as we explore how to copy existing content into courses and learn to create new materials within your course using the Brightspace Editor.

    Speakers
    • Katarina Raznatovic
      Katarina Raznatovic Bilingual Trainer D2L
  • 10:50 am – 12:00 pm

    Savannah Convention Center – River Concourse

    Pre-Conference Training

    Pre-Conference Lunch

    Pre-Conference attendees head over to the Convention Center River Concourse for lunch. 

  • 12:10 pm – 1:00 pm

    Westin Grand Ballroom F

    Pre-Conference Training

    Pre-Conference Training | Introduction to Assignments

    Need a place for students to submit papers and projects? In this session, we will share effective practices for creating and managing assignments including the different options and settings such as availability dates, release conditions, special access and the various submission types.

    Speakers
    • Popsann Francis
      Popsann Francis Senior Trainer D2L

Rates

Registration deadline June 30, 2025

  • Full Conference General Attendee Pass

    (Pre-Conference + Main Conference) | July 21-23, 2025
     

    US$950

    Standard rate

     

    Fusion Full Conference General Attendee registrants have access to attend both the Pre-Conference program as well as the full Main Conference program.

  • Pre-Conference ONLY

    (1 Day) Pass | July 21, 2025
     

    US$550

    Standard rate

     

    Those interested in only attending Pre-Conference can purchase a Pre-Conference Only (1 day) pass. Pre-Conference Only registrants have access to attend the programming on Monday, July 21 only.

Pre-Conference programming includes Pre-Conference Learning, Learning Exchange presentations, Fusion Welcome and Opening Keynote, and Affinity Networking.

Register for Fusion 2025

July 21–23, 2025 | Savannah, USA
Join us at our annual user conference where educators and experts from around the world gather to see and discuss the latest innovations in learning and EdTech.