The NED was established to provide educational development opportunities that are designed by Minnesota State faculty and staff for Minnesota State faculty and staff. These opportunities help build awareness, develop knowledge, skills, and abilities, and provide space for reflecting and revising.
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New HTML Editor in D2L Brightspace
OnlineDescription The HTML Editor in D2L Brightspace has changed! Get the inside scoop on the new layout and changed or expanded features, including the format painter, word count, and more! Learn more about how and why to use the HTML Editor, including for Announcements, Content descriptions, feedback on student Quiz attempts and Assignment submissions, and... Continue Reading →
Should I Make a Video? When, why, and how to use videos most effectively online (Webinar)
OnlineIn this webinar, we will explore the research behind effective video-use in online classes, focusing mainly on learning-objectives, length, and production-value. We will also dive in to basic use of Kaltura MediaSpace, a video-creation tool available to all Minnesota State employees and students. RSVP Required Use the RSVP tool below to register. After registering, a... Continue Reading →
Overview of @Mentions Feature in D2L Discussions
OnlineDescription Attend this webinar to see a hands on overview of the @mention call out functionality in Discussions. Learn about how to "tag" individuals that notifies them in Brightspace. Come take a look at a feature to help engage students in Brightspace! RSVP Required Use the RSVP tool below to register. After registering, a calendar invite with... Continue Reading →
Copy Courses and Manage Dates
OnlineDescription Copy Course Components is a tool in D2L Brightspace that enables you to copy materials from your existing courses into another course. When copying components, you can choose all or select individual items to copy into your course. Learn how you can save time by re-purposing course material. The Start, End, and Due dates... Continue Reading →
Creating Content in D2L Brightspace
OnlineDescription Use the Content tool in D2L Brightspace to its greatest potential, by utilizing it as the framework for learning and assessment activities in your online course. We’ll include tips for setting up the course in a streamlined and easy-to-navigate manner that will save time for both you and your students. RSVP Required Use the... Continue Reading →
What’s new in D2L Brightspace: August 2021 (Webinar)
OnlineThis webinar will focus on new features and changes in the August 2021 release (version 20.21.08) that you’ll see in D2L Brightspace starting Thursday, August 19. RSVP Required Use the RSVP tool below to register. After registering, a calendar invite with details on how to join will be sent to you, please add this event to your... Continue Reading →
Humanizing Plus: Elements to Create a More Inclusive and Equitable Online Course (Webinar)
OnlineParticipants will be guided through an interactive demonstration of 8 specific humanizing elements to leverage learning science and culturally responsive teaching to create a more inclusive and equitable online course for today's diverse students. Participants will have an opportunity to assess their current courses and practices and identify possible next steps in the spirit of continuous improvement.... Continue Reading →
Group Discussions to Promote Student Engagement
OnlineDescription Want to encourage your students to interact more and share ideas and perspectives? Leverage the discussion tool to its greatest potential to enable students to engage in meaningful conversations that can take place over a period of time, allowing for reflection and thoughtful interaction. RSVP Required Use the RSVP tool below to register. After... Continue Reading →
Getting started with the Gradebook in D2L Brightspace
OnlineDescription Attend this webinar to see a hands on overview of how to get started using the Gradebook in D2L Brightspace. If you’ve never used the Gradebook before, or only scratched the surface, this is the fundamental skills session for you. RSVP Required Use the RSVP tool below to register. After registering, a calendar invite with details... Continue Reading →
Announcements as a Communication Tool in D2L Brightspace
Online*Mini-webinar 15 minutes* Description The Announcements on your D2L Brightspace course home page can help you communicate information to students and provide an additional avenue for student-teacher engagement. Learn tips for making the most of this tool to help you save time and reach students each time they enter your course. RSVP Required Use the... Continue Reading →
Using the D2L Brightspace Quizzing Tool to Help Assess Student Learning
OnlineDescription The Quizzes tool in D2L Brightspace provides a way for you to assess students with an online exam. Learn how you can utilize question layout, dates and time restrictions, and other quizzing features to align with your online exam. Whether you’re new to online quizzing or have experience with it, come explore best practices... Continue Reading →
CRP An Introduction: Option 2 (Webinar)
OnlineDescription In this introductory presentation, we’ll have the opportunity to examine the central tenets of Culturally Responsive Pedagogy (CRP). CRP advocates that good teaching draws on the knowledge and skill... Continue Reading →