The Network for Educational Development (NED) provides 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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Measuring the Accessibility Status of Higher Education Institutions
Measuring the accessibility status of higher education institutions involves evaluating various aspects to ensure that students with disabilities can access educational resources and participate fully in academic activities. Here are some key factors typically considered in such measurement: Physical accessibility, technological accessibility, academic support services, communication accessibility, policy and compliance, training and awareness, feedback mechanisms,... Continue Reading →
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NED Teaching and Learning Conference
FeaturedIn-Person (Metro State University) and Online The 2024 Network for Educational Development (NED) Teaching and Learning Conference is an opportunity for Minnesota State educators to share their evidence-based experiences and learn from each other as we explore the theme Guides for the Educational Journey. The conference will also provide opportunities for networking and collaboration among... Continue Reading →
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OER/No Cost Resources Librarian Workday
Join us for an afternoon of virtual presentations and panels from Minnesota librarians working on open or no cost resource issues. Librarians will find useful information and community whether just starting or well into the OER journey. Finding and managing open/no cost resources Z-degrees Data collection Incorporating library resources into the no cost puzzle Battling... Continue Reading →
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NED Teaching and Learning Conference
FeaturedIn-Person (Metro State University) and Online The 2024 Network for Educational Development (NED) Teaching and Learning Conference is an opportunity for Minnesota State educators to share their evidence-based experiences and learn from each other as we explore the theme Guides for the Educational Journey. The conference will also provide opportunities for networking and collaboration among... Continue Reading →
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Teaching with Video Technologies (Fall 2024)
September 30 - October 20, 2024 Short Course Description You may have used Kaltura MediaSpace as the quickest way to record your screen for a lecture, or as a place to... Continue Reading →
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Quick Tips for Regular and Substantive Interaction with Media Space (Fall 2024)
This session is designed to help educators integrate Regular and Substantive Interaction (RSI) into their practices using Media Space video technology, including: Key Takeaways: Teaching Strategies: Explore inclusive and accesible... Continue Reading →
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The Opportunities and Risks of AI in Higher Education
AI amplifies, accelerates and automates existing patterns. For anyone with learning differences AI presents both extreme opportunities and risks. AI’s powerful capabilities can bridge barriers for students with learning differences.... Continue Reading →
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Equity by Design Onboarding (Fall 2024)
October 7 - November 3, 2024 Short Course Description This four-week short course is designed to build foundational skills and knowledge for engaging in the Equity by Design methodology. Equity by Design is a Minnesota State strategic priority informed by the work of McNair, Bensimon and others, who have shown that one path toward closing... Continue Reading →
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Disability Justice I (Fall 2024)
October 7 - 27, 2024 Short Course Description In this 3-week introduction to disability justice course, you will learn about disability justice, practice using inclusive language, and apply strategies to interrupt ableism. You can expect to create documents and/or find ways to apply your learning right away, including options like: Write/revise inclusive accessibility statements, Draft... Continue Reading →
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OER Community Conversations: October
Description In this exciting online session, Dr. Mary Lebens from Minneapolis College will demonstrate two virtual field trip apps she developed to teach information technology and business concepts. Faculty can use these OER apps in their own classes. These virtual experiences increase student engagement and offer an innovative solution to common barriers in traditional field... Continue Reading →
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Teaching with H5P Series (October 2024)
Teaching with H5P Series What is H5P? H5P is a tool for creating interactive online learning content and activities. There are many interactive types: practice questions, drag and drop, image hotspot, timeline, virtual tour, branching scenario, and more. The Teaching with H5P Series explores equitable teaching methods and H5P. What to expect? Each session will feature... Continue Reading →
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OER Librarian Community of Practice (October 2024)
Discuss with librarian colleagues OER basics and planned actions to support no-cost classes for the 2024-25 academic year. We will share concerns and best practices as we create a community to support efforts to make our institutions more affordable. RSVP Required Use the RSVP tool below to register. In addition to Minnesota State faculty and staff,... Continue Reading →
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