How the Skaggs School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences Became Pioneers in Distance Learning

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Higher Ed
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Abstract: 

Ranked in the top 15% of pharmacy schools, the Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences is a pioneer in distance learning and remote proctoring. Join Lisha Bustos, Academic Services Manager at Skaggs, to learn how Skaggs has successfully administered over 20,000 remotely-proctored exams and the lessons learned over the last seven years. 

 
Extended Abstract: 

The Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of Colorado is one of six professional schools within the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. Skaggs began using Proctorio in 2014 for their online distance degree programs designed for practicing pharmacists. By implementing Proctorio, Skaggs was able to grow their distance learning programs and prepare professionals around the world to become practicing pharmacists. 

Having adopted Proctorio in 2014, Skaggs School of Pharmacy were pioneers in distance learning and remote proctoring. When the COVID-19 pandemic forced institutions to swiftly move online, Skaggs was already an expert in administering online courses and remotely-proctored exams. In the seven years since adoption, Skaggs has administered over 20,000 remotely-proctored exams while ensuring a flexible and convenient fully-online learning environment. 

Join Lisha Bustos, Academic Services Manager at the Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, as she discusses why the school selected Proctorio out of all remote proctoring solutions, how Proctorio has supported Skaggs in expanding their distance learning programs, and the lessons learned from seven years of administering online assessments.

 
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Engaged and Effective Teaching and Learning
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Discovery Session
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All Attendees