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.
Fall 2026  | NED Course Catalog |  NED Resource Site
Events
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Educational Developers Meeting (Fall 2026)
An open invitation for self-identified Educational Developers on campuses. Educational Developers are individuals on campus who identify, coordinate, lead, and/or facilitate educational development opportunities on campus that support teaching and... Continue Reading →
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Teaching with H5P Series (November 2026)
Teaching with H5P Series Featuring: Chris Large (Information Technology, Anoka Technical) What is H5P? H5P is a tool for creating interactive online learning content and activities. There are many interactive types:... Continue Reading →
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What’s New in D2L Brightspace: November 2026
This webinar will focus on new features and changes in the November 2026 release (version 20.26.11) that will be available in D2L Brightspace starting Thursday, November 19. Accommodations The NED is... Continue Reading →
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Creating Instructional Materials with AI: From Static Artifacts to Interactive Agents (Fall 2026)
This is part of a 2026 webinar series on Teaching with AI. Register for the full series. This 75 minute workshop is divided into two halves. In the first half,... Continue Reading →
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Introduction to Open Pedagogy (Fall 2026)
Open Educational Resources (OER) do more than reduce textbook costs. Because OER are openly licensed, faculty can adapt them to meet student needs, improve accessibility, and support a diverse range of learners. In this introductory session, participants will learn how to find and evaluate OER, recognize common accessibility barriers, and choose or adapt course materials... Continue Reading →
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Teaching with AI: Show and Tell Series (November 2026)
Teaching with AI: Show and Tell Series Featuring: Mary Lebens (Information Technology, Minneapolis College) The Teaching with AI: Show and Tell Series explores AI and equitable teaching. In each 30-minute session a featured colleague shares how they’re using AI in their teaching. You’ll see a real example in action and hear how it supports student learning,... Continue Reading →
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Conversations with Colleagues (November 2026)
Topic: Making Learning Memorable: Building High-Impact Practices Some learning experiences stay with students long after a course ends, while others are quickly forgotten. What makes the difference? Join colleagues for a conversation about the learning experiences that have had a lasting impact on students and on our own educational journeys. Together, we'll explore the characteristics... Continue Reading →
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Small Tweaks, Big Impact: Supporting New Faculty Communication
Teaching is more than content delivery—it is emotional and relational work. Feeling confident one day and discouraged the next is normal, especially when teaching in a new role or context.... Continue Reading →
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What’s New in D2L Brightspace: December 2026
This webinar will focus on new features and changes in the December 2026 release (version 20.26.12) that will be available in D2L Brightspace starting Thursday, December 17. Accommodations The NED is... Continue Reading →
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Philosophy of Community and Technical College Education (Fall 2026)
August 15, 2026 - January 15, 2027 Self-Paced Course You may register for this course at anytime within the registration dates listed below. Course and Registration Dates The following table... Continue Reading →
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OER Learning Circles: Spring 2027
Spring 2027 OER Learning Circles February 8 - April 25, 2027 Apply by January 8 Collaborate with other Minnesota State faculty who are committed to saving students on the cost... Continue Reading →
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Self-Inquiry and Inclusive Teaching FLC (Spring 2027)
January 18 - March 14, 2027 Faculty Learning Community Description In this course, faculty will come together in community to explore culturally responsive teaching practices. CRP is grounded in evidence-based... Continue Reading →
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