Technology and Digital Learning Symposium banner

Presented by OTAN, the Outreach and Technical Assistance Network

March 7 and 8, 2025 - Long Beach School for Adults and Online

The Technology and Digital Learning Symposium, hosted by OTAN, is an annual hybrid conference featuring engaging, interactive presentations and vibrant discussions. This event is designed to demonstrate effective ways of incorporating technology to enrich the learning experience, expand educational reach through a combination of in-person and online learning, and improve the overall efficiency and effectiveness of adult education programs.

TDLS caters to a diverse audience including educators, coordinators, administrators, and support personnel within California adult education agencies. Additionally, it is relevant for adult education professionals working within school districts, community colleges, community or faith-based organizations, volunteer literacy programs, nonprofit agencies (both public and private), public libraries, state institutions, and correctional facilities.

People love TDLS! Over 95% of attendees rated TDLS highly!

Over 370 attendees!

84 presentations to choose from!

100% positive attendee rating for the TDLS Tech Slam!

TDLS is a hybrid event! >52% attended virtually last year!

Registration is now open!

TDLS 2025 Registration is now open!

Register for TDLS 2025 here!


Call For Presenters is now open!

TDLS 2025 Call for Presenters is now open! Deadline to submit is Monday, December 2, 2024.

Submit your proposal for TDLS 2025 here!

General Topics

  • Using AI in Adult Education
  • Digital Learning Models: HyFlex, Hybrid, Blended, Online, and Distance
  • Engaging, Enhancing, and Extending Learning in the Classroom
  • Developing Digital Literacy Skills
  • Learning Management System: Canvas
  • Online Resources and EdTech Tools for Adult Education
  • Open Education Resources
  • Tech Playground: AR, VR, and Devices
  • And much more!

Category Strands

  • Ensuring Equity and Access
  • Digital Learning Foundations
  • Designing Learning Experiences
  • Digital Learning Models
  • Online Engagement and Assessment
  • Student Support Services
  • Corrections, Re-Entry, and Rehabilitation
  • Program Administration and Coordination

Note: OTAN plans on recording many of the sessions and will share those after TDLS once they become available.

Videos of some of our TDLS 2024 presentations are posted on the OTAN website on our TDLS Video Presentations External Link Icon opens in new window or tab page.

TDLS is Social!

Share your TDLS moments on social media - tag us on Twitter External Link Icon opens in new window or tab, Facebook External Link Icon opens in new window or tab, and LinkedIn External Link Icon opens in new window or tab.

Add the hashtags #TDLS25 #AdultEDU #AdultEducation #EdTech

And, you can always use the convenient buttons at the bottom of every page on our website to access all of our social media sites.