A Six Year Journey in Online Education: Insights from Penn Engineering Online
Provost’s Conversation on Online Learning (PCoOL) with Boon Thau Loo and Rebecca Hayward
Join us for an engaging session of the Provost’s Conversations on Online Learning (PCoOL) featuring Professor Boon Thau Loo and Rebecca Hayward, who will share the story behind the University of Pennsylvania’s transformative online learning initiatives. In this retrospective, discover how Penn Engineering Online has grown from an initial concept in 2018 to its global impact today in online education, including launching three innovative degree programs—the groundbreaking MCIT Online, MSE-DS Online, and MSE-AI Online—that have reached over 3,000 students worldwide.
Through a candid discussion of lessons learned, emerging opportunities, and future challenges, Boon Thau Loo, Senior Associate Dean for Education and Global Initiatives, and Rebecca Hayward, Executive Director of Academic Innovation, will offer unique insights into shaping the future of online education in engineering and beyond. This conversation will also explore Penn Engineering's vision for fostering accessibility, inclusivity, and lifelong learning through cutting-edge digital platforms.
About PCoOL
The Provost’s Conversations on Online Learning (PCoOL) feature public talks by leading experts and peers on the future of education, specifically around online education. PCoOL events are free and open to members of the Columbia community with a valid University ID. Learn more.
