Join us while we dive into the world of interactive tools and enriching student engagement with H5P. An open-source tool, H5P (HTML5 Package) can be used to create free, engaging interactive content. Join our journey in fostering vibrant learner-content interaction within cross-disciplinary faculty cohorts. Excitement and collaboration await!

Enter Extended Abstract (Required Field): In today's educational landscape, leveraging technology to foster interactive learning experiences is essential. Interactive learning, characterized by student engagement and active participation, has emerged as a powerful approach to enhance the educational journey. By integrating interactive content into their teaching strategies, educators immerse students in dynamic learning experiences that promote deeper understanding, retention, and application of knowledge. This presentation will introduce how H5P interactive content can be implemented in today’s online classroom (Singleton, 2020). At the heart of interactive learning lies active engagement. Unlike traditional passive methods, interactive learning encourages students to actively participate in the process, prompting them to interact with course materials, engage in discussions, solve problems, and collaborate with peers. This involvement increases motivation and cultivates critical thinking and problem-solving skills essential for success in today's complex world. One of the primary benefits of interactive learning is its ability to improve learning outcomes. Research indicates that students who engage with interactive course content are more likely to retain information and demonstrate higher levels of comprehension compared to those exposed to passive learning methods. By immersing students in interactive activities such as quizzes, simulations, and multimedia presentations, educators create an environment conducive to meaningful learning experiences that resonate with learners. However, educators may encounter challenges when integrating interactive content into their classrooms, such as the cost of creation tools, limited technological experience, and the time required to develop materials. Additionally, some educators may feel uncertain about how to effectively incorporate interactive content into their teaching or may face obstacles in collaborating with colleagues to share resources and best practices. To address these challenges, the Office of Distance Learning at a 4-year university has launched an initiative to enhance learner-content interaction through H5P interactive content and faculty learning communities. This grant-funded project aims to empower educators with the knowledge, skills, and resources needed for seamless integration of interactive content. Central to this initiative is the establishment of cross-disciplinary faculty learning communities. Educators from diverse backgrounds will collaborate, share insights, and co-create interactive learning experiences. These communities serve as innovation hubs, providing opportunities to explore new technologies, exchange ideas, and learn from one another's experiences (Cox, 2004). By the end of the session, participants will learn about: 1. Benefits of interactive learning, technology, and faculty collaboration 2. Various types of interactive content supported by H5P 3. Explore faculty-created examples of H5P activities 4. Gain insights into the concepts and purpose of faculty learning communities. 5. View survey data from our study to see how H5P improved student outcomes. References: Cox, M. D. (2004). Introduction to faculty learning communities. New Directions for Teaching and Learning, 2004(97), 5-23. doi:10.1002/tl.129. Singleton, R., & Charlton, A. (2020). Creating H5P content for active learning. Pacific Journal of Technology Enhanced Learning, 2(1), 13–14. https://doi.org/10.24135/pjtel.v2i1.32.