NED Events Calendar

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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  • Classroom Reflection to Classroom Inquiry (Fall 2026)

    November 9 - 29, 2026 Short Course Description This course is an introduction to the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) that will help participants establish a basis for turning reflection into SoTL inquiry. Module 1 provides an overview of SoTL, including its history and process. Module 2 integrates participants’ reflection on teaching and learning... Continue Reading →

    Free
  • 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 learning. At these Educational Developer meetings, engage in the community by networking with peers, resource sharing, engaging in meaningful conversations, and learning how NED resources... Continue Reading →

    Free
  • Conversations with Colleagues: Deep Learning (November 2026)

    Topic: What Do We Mean by Deep Learning? A Conversation About Meaningful Learning in Changing Times As educators, we often hear the term deep learning, but what does it look like in practice, and how can we create learning experiences that move beyond memorization to critical thinking, connection-making, and real-world application? This Conversations with Colleagues... Continue Reading →

    Free
  • 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: 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. ... Continue Reading →

    Free
  • Empowering Students Through Assessment Practices in Higher Education (Fall 2026)

    Assessment has the power to do much more than measure student performance. When designed intentionally, it can foster motivation, build confidence, promote equity, and support deeper learning. This engaging webinar explores how faculty and higher education professionals can transform assessment from a tool of evaluation into a catalyst for student success. We will examine evidence-based... Continue Reading →

    Free
  • Finding SoTL Opportunities in Everyday Teaching (Fall 2026)

    Many instructors believe they need a major classroom problem before conducting a Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) study. In reality, some of the most valuable SoTL projects begin with small observations, surprises, and moments of curiosity. This webinar helps participants learn how to recognize inquiry opportunities hidden within everyday teaching experiences. Through authentic classroom... Continue Reading →

    Free
  • Conversations with Colleagues: Ideas That Support Learning in an AI World

    Topic: Ideas That Support Learning in an AI World Educators across Minnesota State are actively exploring how the growing availability of artificial intelligence is changing teaching, learning, and assessment in our courses. While AI presents new opportunities, it also raises important questions about how best to evaluate student learning, maintain academic integrity, and design meaningful... Continue Reading →

    Free
  • Introduction to Open Pedagogy (Fall 2026)

    Open pedagogy builds on the foundations of open educational resources (OER) by inviting students to actively create, adapt, and share knowledge. In this introductory session, we'll explore how faculty can engage students as contributors and collaborators through authentic learning experiences. We'll share examples of open pedagogy in practice, discuss how OER and Pressbooks (an open... Continue Reading →

    Free
  • 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 →

    Free
  • 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 →

    Free
  • 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. These moments are not signs of failure; they are opportunities for awareness and adjustment. This session will provide opportunities for you to reflect on your... Continue Reading →

    Free

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