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Day 1: Tuesday, October 19

Impact on Education: The Future of Assessment and Integrity

The Turnitin 2021 Americas Summit is here! Join our welcome session to hear from Turnitin leadership as they discuss our recent growth and company vision, share our new values, and provide insights on how we are addressing emerging trends in assessment and integrity.

• Sebastian Vos Chief Business Officer, Turnitin
• Rosa Elizondo VP, Latin America and North America Higher Ed
• Marissa Farrar Chief People Officer, Turnitin

As we continue to understand the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on higher education, Richard Culatta, Learning Innovator, Tech Futurist, and CEO of ISTE, will discuss where we’re heading, review key trends and challenges, and explore how to protect the global reputation of education through trust and confidence.

• Richard Culatta Learning Innovator and Tech Futurist, CEO of ISTE

Explore how Gradescope can help streamline the assessment process while upholding academic integrity for both instructors and students in a hybrid classroom.

• Lyn Riverstone Institutional Partnership Lead, Turnitin
• Nate Kirk Senior Instructor of Integrative Biology, Oregon State University

In this session, we will highlight the benefits of using Gradescope for remote assessment at Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana, Iztapalapa.

• María Pilar Rondón Professional Education Consultant, Turnitin
• Rómulo Chumacero Associate Professor, Department of Economics, Universidad de Chile

Eric Wang, Senior Director of Turnitin AI, will explore the role of artificial intelligence in the company’s vision and demonstrate how we’re harnessing AI-assisted technology in our product suite.

• Eric Wang Senior Director of Machine Learning, Turnitin

Discover the benefits of engaging students throughout the learning process by understanding the educator’s role in upholding the value of original writing.

• Bruno Lancelloti Professional Education Consultant, Turnitin
• Thiago Ardenghi Deputy Vice Dean of Post-Graduate and Research, Federal University of Santa Maria

Join our facilitated roundtable discussion to share insights and learn from peers about the state of our new educational landscape and its impact on teaching and learning.

Day 2: Wednesday, October 20

Impact on Education: The Future of Assessment and Integrity

In this roundtable discussion, panelists from across the Americas will share their perspectives on the evolution of assessments, the importance of authentic assessment and feedback, and how institutions can support faculty and strengthen student outcomes.

• Jerry Sheehan Vice President and Chief Information Officer, San Diego State University
• Leslie Kennedy Assistant Vice Chancellor, Academic Technology Services, California State University
• Rodrigo Capelato Executive Director, SEMESP Brazil

Hear about The University of Maryland Global Campus’ approach to fostering a culture of academic integrity, the use of technology to support student success, and enhancements to teaching and learning for faculty and students. Shift away from deficit mindsets toward a policy that empowers faculty to treat academic misconduct as teachable moments while utilizing restorative approaches to decision-making.

• Jen Simonds Assistant Vice President for Academic Integrity and Accountability, University of Maryland Global Campus

The University of Nevada Las Vegas recently gained the prestigious designation as an R1 institution. In this session, we will learn about the path to becoming a leading research institution, their plans for upholding research integrity, and how iThenticate is a piece of that puzzle.

• Valarie Burke Assistant Dean of Graduate Student Services, University of Nevada Las Vegas

Join us to review an effective implementation process for your Turnitin solution across your institution, as well as best practices to ensure a positive impact and sustained adoption

• Javier Sánchez Professional Education Consultant, Turnitin
• Rodrigo Báñez Academic Vice President, Universidad del Istmo Panamá

Explore the current state of contract cheating, approaches on how schools manage cases, and learn some practical considerations when reviewing a student’s paper.  At the conclusion of the session there will be a short tour of the Turnitin Originality solution that can help support your campus integrity management.

• Gabi Singh Academic Integrity Growth Manager, Turnitin 
• Mark Ricksen Principal Product Manager, Turnitin

Understand how to interpret the Turnitin Similarity Report to best support students while upholding institutional policies and practices.

• Catalina Londoño Professional Services Manager, Turnitin
• Mónica Patricia Henao Toro Technological Surveillance Coordinator, Universidad Autónoma Latinoamericana

Join our facilitated roundtable discussion to share insights and learn from peers.

Day 3: Thursday, October 21

Student Success: Empowering Students to Lead with Integrity

Join this roundtable discussion to hear how educators focus on engaging students, improving learning outcomes, and helping to prepare them for the future. Panelists will share how to leverage data to improve student learning outcomes, how the pandemic shifted faculty instructional practices and student engagement methods, and how to measure student success in our new education environment.

• Eric Khumalo Founder, Emzini weCode
• Carlos Fernando Araujo Jr. Director of National Relations, ABED (Brazilian Association of Distance Education)
• Jean Guerrero-Dib Director for Culture & Mission, UDEM

This session provides a peek into one student’s unexpected journey in academic integrity. Grace Ranft-Garcia is a member of Texas A&M’s Honor Council and a Peer Navigator for the Aggie Honor System Office. Join us to learn what she thinks students and instructors can gain by embracing a growth mindset toward academic integrity.

• Grace Ranft-Garcia Student, Texas A&M University

Understand what scaffolded assignments look like in your Turnitin solution while also exploring the importance of feedback in formative teaching approaches.

• Patti West-Smith Director of Customer Engagement, Turnitin
• Emilia Illana-Mahiques Lecturer of Spanish Language, Cornell University

In this workshop, we will explore the benefits of using rubrics to help students understand what is expected of their work. We will use Turnitin Feedback Studio to generate a sample rubric that can be used as a template.

• Tánit Arzate Professional Education Consultant, Turnitin

Walk through the Similarity Report to better understand the student journey. Explore key features, including the Flags Panel and a new assignment analytics dashboard in LTI 1.1 or 1.3 environments.

• Andy Miller Product Marketing Manager, Turnitin

Explore different aspects of learning habits, such as effective study and time management, to help improve student outcomes. We will discuss how to support students with stronger study habits and self-regulation to drive academic success.

• Diego Osorio Professional Education Consultant, Turnitin
• Brunco Lancelloti Professional Education Consultant, Turnitin
• Eduardo Norman Acevedo Editorial Director, Politécnico Grancolombiano

Discover how to help your students become more independent learners and confident writers by meeting students where they work with Turnitin Draft Coach™.

• Tyler Scherer Product Manager, Turnitin
• Mark Ricksen Principal Product Manager, Turnitin
• Katie Wike Senior Educational Experience Manager, Turnitin

In this session, we will dive into the most common forms of plagiarism and attribution issues in research. We will also analyze how to approach this problem through the use of technological educational tools and user research.

• Diego Osorio Professional Education Consultant, Turnitin
• Catalina Londoño Professional Services Manager, Turnitin

• Guillermo Chávez Sánchez Deputy Director of Academic Magazines and Digital Publications, National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM)

As the education landscape continues to shift, it’s crucial that the academic community works together to support meaningful outcomes for all students. Join this fireside chat with Jonathan Holloway, President of Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, and Chris Caren, CEO of Turnitin, as they discuss this shift, how it impacts global education, and the role educational technology will play in adapting to these changes.

• Chris Caren CEO, Turnitin
• Jonathan Holloway President, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

Register today for the Turnitin 2021 Americas Summit!

Register today to be part of inspiring conversations with leaders in higher education, roundtable discussions with your peers, and sessions designed to help you support your students to do their best, original work.