From Principles to Practice: Using the Digital Learning Guidance

Session 5: 9:15am-10:15am (Saturday March 07, 2026)

 

Description

This interactive session introduces the 2025 California Adult Education Digital Learning Guidance (DLG) as a practical resource for improving digital instruction, professional learning, and program decisions. Participants explore how the DLG supports quality and accessibility while fitting local goals and capacity. Through guided peer discussion and short scenarios, participants identify relevant DLG entry points tied to common instructional and program needs. Conversation focuses on how teams can use the guidance to support staff learning, instructional planning, technology choices, and continuous improvement. The session also highlights available DLG supports, including self-paced learning and facilitated cohort options. Participants leave with concrete ideas for using the DLG in staff meetings, PD, and planning cycles, plus clear next steps for continued use.

Presenters

Lead Presenter Bio Photo

Joey Lehrman

Community Learning Partners

Joey Lehrman is the director of Community Learning Partners and project manager for ISTE’s SkillRise. His work focuses on using technology to create accessible and effective pathways for adult learners, including digital skills development and tech integration in online and blended classrooms. Previously, as assistant director of adult education at Delgado Community College, he led the development of Louisiana’s first fully online adult education program, an award-winning statewide initiative.

Lead Presenter Bio Photo

Anthony Burik

OTAN

Anthony Burik is the Coordinator of Distance Learning Projects at OTAN, where he supports California adult education programs in strengthening digital instruction and professional learning. He brings extensive experience in online and blended learning, program coordination, and statewide PD. Anthony has worked as an adult educator, program administrator, and trainer, and has presented widely on technology integration in adult education.

Type of Presentation

Demonstration (60 Minutes)

Audience

  • Teachers
  • Administrators
  • Support Staff (Transition Specialists, Counselors, Librarians, etc.)

Program Strands

  • Adult Basic Education
  • Adult Secondary Education
  • Adults with Disabilities
  • English as a Second Language
  • Pre-Apprenticeship and Apprenticeship
  • Short-term Career Technical Education
  • Workforce Preparation

Category Strands

  • Digital Learning Foundations
  • Designing Learning Experiences
  • Digital Learning Models