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SUMMARY:UDL Starts with the Syllabus (Summer 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Our syllabus is our introduction to our students. Making adjustments to the tone and presentation of our syllabus can be a very good way of engaging with our students immediately\, and this sets a good foundation for their future learning. After a short introduction to UDL and the Accessible Syllabus\, we’ll spend our time reviewing syllabi and giving each other feedback to get each of us started in revamping our materials\, while making sure that we stay authentic to our personal style. Please bring a syllabus to work with. \nAccommodations\nThe NED is committed to providing universal access to all of our events\, we’d like to discover how we can make the event more inclusive so you can fully participate! \nMachine generated captions are available in real-time for all Zoom events\, however human generated CART (live caption) service and ASL interpretation can be requested with advanced notice (2 weeks) to make the event more accessible. \nPlease\, let us know of any disability-related accommodations that will facilitate your full participation. \n Request Accommodations\nQuestions?\nContact the facilitator\, Suzanne Szucs. \nRegistration Required\nUse the RSVP tool below to register. After registering\, a calendar invite will be sent to you as a reminder of the event start date.
URL:https://asanewsletter.org/event/udl-starts-with-the-syllabus-summer-2026/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260727
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260728
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SUMMARY:Equity 101 (Summer 2026)
DESCRIPTION:July 27 – August 16\, 2026\nShort Course\nDescription\nThis short course is sequentially designed to encourage reflection about the structural conditions that inform who we are and how we relate to others. \n\nModule 1 explores our individual position within the historical and systemic structures of privilege and oppression\, and how those affect our values and worldview (especially as they relate to education and academic achievement).\nModule 2 considers the social component by turning our reflection outwards onto the identities of our students and institutions.\nModule 3 encourages us to use our newly acquired self-awareness to examine the effect of inequitable policies and practices in our classrooms and campuses\, and to build a professional development plan to continue developing our equity lens.\n\nCourse Learning Objectives \nAfter completing this course\, participants should be able to: \n\n\nEstablish shared terminology surrounding equity and inclusion. \n\n\nDescribe characteristics of equity minded person. \n\n\nEstablish a shared framework for understanding systemic privilege and oppression. \n\n\nDevelop skills to reflect on your own identity\, worldview\, and practices\, in order to uncover assumptions and practices that are inequitable. \n\n\nIdentify individual and institutional threats to equity. \n\n\nBuild an action plan for relentless reflection\, lifelong learning\, and measurable milestones at the individual\, departmental\, and institutional levels. \n\n\nSuggested Audience \nFaculty (Full-time and part-time)\, Instructional Designers and Technologists\, Faculty Developers/Trainers\, staff\, and Concurrent Enrollment Instructors.\n \nEstimated Time Commitment \nMost participants are able to complete this course by committing 4-6 hours per week.  \nReflect on your Professional Development \nAs you progress through this course\, please consider how you can use the assignments as a way to highlight your work on your Professional Development Plan. Consider sharing your work with your leadership team.  \nCourse Location \nThis course is hosted and facilitated using the D2L Brightspace instance of Minnesota State called\, MnSite. \nAccommodations \n\nThe NED is committed to providing universal access to all of our events\, we’d like to discover how we can make the event more inclusive so you can fully participate! \n\nMachine generated captions are available in real-time for all Zoom events\, however human generated CART (live caption) service and ASL interpretation can be requested with advanced notice (2 weeks) to make the event more accessible. \nPlease\, let us know of any disability-related accommodations that will facilitate your full participation \n Request Accommodations\nQuestions?  \nContact the Network for Educational Development. \nRegistration Required\nUse the RSVP tool below to register. After registering a calendar invite will be sent to you as a reminder of the course start date.
URL:https://asanewsletter.org/event/equity-101-summer-2026/
CATEGORIES:Short Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260724T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260724T121500
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SUMMARY:From Historical Exclusion to Present-Day Barriers: Disability Justice\, Race\, and Higher Education (Summer 2026)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will examine how our own historical beliefs\, institutional practices\, built environments\, academic policies\, and cultural assumptions continue to shape barriers for disabled Black\, brown\, Indigenous\, and people of color in higher education. In this session\, we will attempt to position disability justice not just as an accommodation framework\, but rather as a structural critique of how colleges and universities define access\, success\, participation\, productivity\, and belonging. \nAccommodations\nThe NED is committed to providing universal access to all of our events\, we’d like to discover how we can make the event more inclusive so you can fully participate! \nMachine generated captions are available in real-time for all Zoom events\, however human generated CART (live caption) service and ASL interpretation can be requested with advanced notice (2 weeks) to make the event more accessible. \nPlease\, let us know of any disability-related accommodations that will facilitate your full participation. \n Request Accommodations\nQuestions?\nContact the Network for Educational Development. \nRegistration Required\nUse the RSVP tool below to register. After registering\, a calendar invite will be sent to you as a reminder of the event start date.
URL:https://asanewsletter.org/event/from-historical-exclusion-to-present-day-barriers-disability-justice-race-and-higher-education-summer-2026/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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SUMMARY:Beyond “Allowed or Not”: Building Practical AI Literacy in the Classroom (Summer 2026)
DESCRIPTION:This interactive webinar invites faculty to move beyond simple “allowed or not allowed” conversations about generative AI and toward practical\, learning-centered guidance for students. Participants will practice evaluating AI-generated outputs and consider how clear expectations can help students use AI responsibly\, ethically\, and purposefully. Through brief examples\, discussion\, and a hands-on design activity\, participants will leave with a simple Use–Evaluate–Reflect framework and draft language they can adapt for an assignment\, activity\, or course policy. \nOutcomes\n\nModel evaluation of AI-generated outputs for quality\, accuracy\, and appropriateness.\nDesign clear expectations for student use of generative AI in a learning context.\nSupport students in reflecting on how AI contributes to their learning and work.\n\nAccommodations\nThe NED is committed to providing universal access to all of our events\, we’d like to discover how we can make the event more inclusive so you can fully participate! \nMachine generated captions are available in real-time for all Zoom events\, however human generated CART (live caption) service and ASL interpretation can be requested with advanced notice (2 weeks) to make the event more accessible. \nPlease\, let us know of any disability-related accommodations that will facilitate your full participation. \n Request Accommodations\nQuestions?\nContact facilitator Miranda Miskoweic. \nRegistration Required\nUse the RSVP tool below to register. After registering\, a calendar invite will be sent to you as a reminder of the event start date.
URL:https://asanewsletter.org/event/beyond-allowed-or-not-building-practical-ai-literacy-in-the-classroom-summer-2026/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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SUMMARY:Disability Justice II (Summer 2026)
DESCRIPTION:July 20 – August 9\, 2026\nShort Course\nDisability Justice II: Intersectional identities\, action\, and justice\nDescription\nIn this course\, we focus on an intersectional framework centering disabled Black\, brown\, indigenous\, and people of color and builds on foundational disability justice topics in the context of higher education to move equity awareness into equity action. Advance your knowledge from Disability Justice I or build on other prior learning and experiences.  \nIn the short course\, you can expect to create documents and/or find ways to apply your learning right away\, including options like:  \n\nReflect on your own identities and ongoing learning in disability justice. \nCurate tools and resources to support a disability justice action or advocacy plan that center disability and race. \nTake action and create an advocacy plan that increases access in meaningful ways from a disability justice perspective\, for example: \nDraft an email/letter to a decision maker advocating for a change through multiple means of communication\, i.e.\, email\, letter\, conversation\, etc. \nPlan ways to re-design a space\, communications\, documents\, media\, and/or \nEngage in collective action that centers disabled Black\, brown\, indigenous and people of color in disability rights actions. \n\nFrom the Facilitator\n \nDirect link: Welcome video from Danilo \nCourse Learning Objectives:\nBy the end of this short course\, participants will be able to: \n\nLink historical beliefs\, actions\, and spaces to current barriers in higher education. \nConnect disability justice and antiracism advocacy at national\, community\, and campus levels.\nCreate an action plan for disability justice advocacy. \n\nSuggested Audience \nFaculty (Full-time and part-time)\, Instructional Designers and Technologists\, Faculty Developers/Trainers\, and Concurrent Enrollment instructors. \nEstimated Time Commitment \nMost participants are able to complete this course by committing 4-6 hours per week.  \nReflect on your Professional Development \nAs you progress through this course\, please consider how you can use the assignments as a way to highlight your work on your Professional Development Plan. Consider sharing your work with your leadership team. \nCourse Location \nThis course is hosted and facilitated using the D2L Brightspace instance of Minnesota State called\, MnSite.  \n\nAccommodations\nThe NED is committed to providing universal access to all of our events\, we’d like to discover how we can make the event more inclusive so you can fully participate! \nMachine generated captions are available in real-time for all Zoom events\, however human generated CART (live caption) service and ASL interpretation can be requested with advanced notice (2 weeks) to make the event more accessible. \nPlease\, let us know of any disability-related accommodations that will facilitate your full participation. \n Request Accommodations\nQuestions?  \nContact the Network for Educational Development. \nRegistration Required\nUse the RSVP tool below to register. After registering\, a calendar invite will be sent to you as a reminder of the event start date.
URL:https://asanewsletter.org/event/disability-justice-ii-summer-2026/
CATEGORIES:Short Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T121500
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SUMMARY:Creating Instructional Materials with AI: From Static Artifacts to Interactive Agents (Summer 2026)
DESCRIPTION:This is part of a 2026 webinar series on Teaching with AI. Register for the full series. \nThis 75 minute workshop is divided into two halves. In the first half\, participants learn to prompt for the creation of traditional materials (e.g.\, study guides\, case studies\, or rubrics). In the second half\, these materials are transformed into a dynamic knowledge base for a Microsoft 365 Copilot agent. This transition allows faculty to create interactive “learning coaches” that are grounded in their specific course content\, ensuring that AI serves as an extension of the instructor’s pedagogical intent. \nOutcomes\n\nPrompt for Production: Utilize Microsoft 365 Copilot to generate traditional instructional materials.\nConstruct a Knowledge Base: Upload generated instructional artifacts into the Copilot agent builder to serve as a grounded\, cited source of information for student queries.\nConfigure Interactive Instructions: Define specific “Instructional Personas” (e.g.\, a Socratic tutor) for their AI agents to facilitate “Productive Struggle” and active student engagement.\n\nAccommodations\nThe NED is committed to providing universal access to all of our events\, we’d like to discover how we can make the event more inclusive so you can fully participate! \nMachine generated captions are available in real-time for all Zoom events\, however human generated CART (live caption) service and ASL interpretation can be requested with advanced notice (2 weeks) to make the event more accessible. \nPlease\, let us know of any disability-related accommodations that will facilitate your full participation. \n Request Accommodations\nQuestions?\nContact facilitator Andrew Chen. \nRegistration Required\nUse the RSVP tool below to register. After registering\, a calendar invite will be sent to you as a reminder of the event start date.
URL:https://asanewsletter.org/event/creating-instructional-materials-with-ai-from-static-artifacts-to-interactive-agents-summer-2026/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260713T140000
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SUMMARY:Teaching and Learning Competency and the NED - Deans\, HR\, and Administrators (Summer 2026\, Option 2)
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, we will introduce the new course provider for the MSCF Teaching & Learning Competency\, the Network for Educational Development (NED). This session is designed for Deans\, Human Resources professionals\, and Administrators. \nDuring the webinar\, you will: \n\nLearn about the course provider for the Teaching & Learning Competency.\nDiscover the courses offered by the Network for Educational Development.\nHave the opportunity to ask questions about the new course provider.\n\nAudience\nDeans\, Human Resources professionals\, and Administrators. \nAccommodations\nThe NED is committed to providing universal access to all of our events\, we’d like to discover how we can make the event more inclusive so you can fully participate!\n​\nMachine generated captions are available in real-time for all Zoom events\, however human generated CART (live caption) service and ASL interpretation can be requested with advanced notice (2 weeks) to make the event more accessible.\n​\nPlease\, let us know of any disability-related accommodations that will facilitate your full participation.\n​\n Request Accommodations\nQuestions?\nContact the Network for Educational Development. \nRegistration Required\nUse the RSVP tool below to register. In addition to Minnesota State faculty and staff\, Concurrent Enrollment instructors are also welcome to join.\n​\nAfter registering\, a calendar invite with details on how to join will be sent to you\, please add this event to your calendar.
URL:https://asanewsletter.org/event/teaching-and-learning-competency-and-the-ned-deans-hr-and-administrators-summer-2026-option-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260714
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SUMMARY:Teaching with AI Course (Summer 2026)
DESCRIPTION:July 13 – August 2\, 2026\n\nShort Course\nThis hands-on introductory workshop provides time and space for applying AI in your teaching context. Participants will collectively explore generative AI tools and (re-)design a learning activity or assessment that supports AI literacy\, incorporates or resists generative AI tools\, and applies equitable teaching practices. At the end of the workshop participants will be provided with additional resources to explore topics further on their own.  \nFrom the Facilitator\n \nDirect link: Welcome and Intro to Teaching with AI Course \nCourse Learning Objectives \nAfter completing the course\, participants will be able to:  \n\nCraft content\, a learning activity\, an assessment\, or an instructional process that supports AI literacy.\nCreate content\, a learning activity\, an assessment\, or an instructional process that incorporates or resists generative AI tools.\nIncorporate equitable teaching practices into content\, a learning activity\, an assessment\, or an instructional process.\n\nSuggested Audience\nFaculty (Full-time and part-time)\, Instructional Designers and Technologists\, and Faculty Developers/Trainers\, Assessment Coordinators\, Institutional Researchers. \nReflect on your Professional Development\nAs you progress through this course\, please consider how you can use the assignments as a way to highlight your work on your Professional Development Plan. Consider sharing your work with your leadership team. \nEstimated Time Commitment\nMost participants are able to complete this course by committing 4-6 hours per week. \nAccommodations\nThe NED is committed to providing universal access to all of our events\, we’d like to discover how we can make the event more inclusive so you can fully participate!\n​\nMachine generated captions are available in real-time for all Zoom events\, however human generated CART (live caption) service and ASL interpretation can be requested with advanced notice (2 weeks) to make the event more accessible.\n​\nPlease\, let us know of any disability-related accommodations that will facilitate your full participation.\n​\n Request Accommodations\nQuestions?\nContact the Network for Educational Development. \nRegistration Required\nUse the RSVP tool below to register. After registering\, a calendar invite will be sent to you as a reminder of the course start date. Please add this event to your calendar.
URL:https://asanewsletter.org/event/teaching-with-ai-course-summer-2026/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T110000
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SUMMARY:Accessible PDFs: When to Fix\, Replace\, or Rethink (Summer 2026)
DESCRIPTION:PDFs are common in online courses\, but they can also create significant accessibility barriers. This session will focus on practical decision-making: when to remediate a PDF\, when to return to the original Word or PowerPoint file\, when to replace a document\, and when a different format may serve students better. We’ll use examples to think through realistic options rather than treating PDF remediation as the only possible answer. \nAccommodations\nThe NED is committed to providing universal access to all of our events\, we’d like to discover how we can make the event more inclusive so you can fully participate! \nMachine generated captions are available in real-time for all Zoom events\, however human generated CART (live caption) service and ASL interpretation can be requested with advanced notice (2 weeks) to make the event more accessible. \nPlease\, let us know of any disability-related accommodations that will facilitate your full participation. \n Request Accommodations\nQuestions?\nContact the facilitator Brent Rossow. \nRegistration Required\nUse the RSVP tool below to register. After registering\, a calendar invite will be sent to you as a reminder of the event start date.
URL:https://asanewsletter.org/event/accessible-pdfs-when-to-fix-replace-or-rethink-summer-2026/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260706
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260707
DTSTAMP:20260519T133825Z
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SUMMARY:Equity and Technology (Summer 2026)
DESCRIPTION:July 6 – 26\, 2026\n\nShort Course\nDescription\nLearn to apply an equity lens to your teaching with technology. This course is an introduction to the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) as an equity framework. Explore ways to design courses that address access\, accessibility\, as well as equitable learning outcomes. \nIn this course\, we take a broad view of teaching – whether you are in the classroom\, workshop/lab\, providing customer service\, training a new employee\, or coordinating student clubs – teaching happens all the time! All faculty\, non-teaching faculty\, and staff are welcome to join this course and envision how teaching and technology can be re-designed through an equity lens. \nFrom the Facilitator\n \nDirect link: Welcome to Equity and Tech \nCourse Learning Objectives \nAfter completing this course\, you will be able to: \n\nDistinguish between access\, accessibility\, and equity in relation to\nteaching and working with technology.\nDefine universal design for learning (UDL) and its connections with\nculturally responsive teaching in your own words.\nAnalyze the technology used in a teaching or work activity through an\nequity lens.\nApply UDL and its connections to culturally responsive teaching to a\nworking/learning activity or assessment.\n\nTechnical Skill Requirements\n\nUse a web browser \nCreate\, save and upload Word documents \nNavigate Microsoft Windows \nCreate and send an email using your Minnesota State account \nEvaluate and decide whether or not to use OneDrive \nSet up\, Attend\, and Participate in Zoom gatherings \nPerform basic tasks associated with the following D2L Brightspace tools: Content\, Quizzes\, Surveys\, Discussion\, and Assignments \n\nSuggested Audience \nFaculty (Full-time and part-time)\, Instructional Designers and Technologists\, Faculty Developers/Trainers\, and Concurrent Enrollment instructors. \nEstimated Time Commitment \nMost participants are able to complete this course by committing 4-6 hours per week. \nReflect on your Professional Development \nAs you progress through this course\, please consider how you can use the assignments as a way to highlight your work on your Professional Development Plan. Consider sharing your work with your leadership team.  \nCourse Location \nThis course is hosted and facilitated using shared D2L Brightspace instance of Minnesota State called\, MnSite. \nAccommodations\nThe NED is committed to providing universal access to all of our events\, we’d like to discover how we can make the event more inclusive so you can fully participate! \nMachine generated captions are available in real-time for all Zoom events\, however human generated CART (live caption) service and ASL interpretation can be requested with advanced notice (2 weeks) to make the event more accessible. \nPlease\, let us know of any disability-related accommodations that will facilitate your full participation \n Request Accommodations\nQuestions?  \nContact the Network for Educational Development. \nRegistration Required\nUse the RSVP tool below to register. There is a limit of 30 participants per course. \nReminders Coming:  We use the email address you provided to send you reminder emails as the event date gets closer\, but we suggest you add this event to your calendar. 
URL:https://asanewsletter.org/event/equity-and-technology-summer-2026/
CATEGORIES:Short Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260701T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260701T140000
DTSTAMP:20260513T210940Z
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SUMMARY:Designing Courses for Sustainability and Accessibility (Summer 2026)
DESCRIPTION:This is the third webinar in a three-part series on course design using the New Content Experience (NCE) in D2L Brightspace. The session focuses on how to design effective\, future-ready courses using NCE\, with an emphasis on sustainability and accessibility. Participants will learn how modular organization\, consistent layouts\, and streamlined navigation support long-term course maintenance. \nThe webinar will also highlight how accessibility and equity are supported through clarity\, predictability\, and thoughtful design. Participants will examine how NCE principles can serve as anchors for consistency across courses\, instructors\, and modalities. The session equips instructors to create courses that are easier to revise and more inclusive for diverse learners. \nLearning Objectives\n\nMake design choices that are adaptable\, and maintainable\nAnticipate how design choices scale over time\nUse NCE design principles as anchors for consistency and accessibility\n\nAccommodations\nThe NED is committed to providing universal access to all of our events\, we’d like to discover how we can make the event more inclusive so you can fully participate! \nMachine generated captions are available in real-time for all Zoom events\, however human generated CART (live caption) service and ASL interpretation can be requested with advanced notice (2 weeks) to make the event more accessible. \nPlease\, let us know of any disability-related accommodations that will facilitate your full participation. \n Request Accommodations\nQuestions?\nContact facilitator Beth Jensen. \nRegistration Required\nUse the RSVP tool below to register. After registering\, a calendar invite will be sent to you as a reminder of the event start date.
URL:https://asanewsletter.org/event/designing-courses-for-sustainability-and-accessibility-summer-2026/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T115000
DTSTAMP:20260519T133349Z
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SUMMARY:UDL and Continuous Improvement (Summer 2026)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will introduce Universal Design for Learning as a foundation for making simple changes to your course design. The emphasis will be on brainstorming and working through some ideas for changes you might make almost immediately – perhaps you already have some in mind that you want to share with others and refine. After an introduction to UDL and some idea sharing\, we’ll use our time in exploration so that everyone leaves with at least one tangible idea they feel ready to implement. \nAccommodations\nThe NED is committed to providing universal access to all of our events\, we’d like to discover how we can make the event more inclusive so you can fully participate! \nMachine generated captions are available in real-time for all Zoom events\, however human generated CART (live caption) service and ASL interpretation can be requested with advanced notice (2 weeks) to make the event more accessible. \nPlease\, let us know of any disability-related accommodations that will facilitate your full participation. \n Request Accommodations\nQuestions?\nContact the facilitator\, Suzanne Szucs. \nRegistration Required\nUse the RSVP tool below to register. After registering\, a calendar invite will be sent to you as a reminder of the event start date.
URL:https://asanewsletter.org/event/udl-and-continuous-improvement-summer-2026/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260629T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260629T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T175417Z
CREATED:20260605T175417Z
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UID:10005580-1782730800-1782734400@asanewsletter.org
SUMMARY:Simplify Office Hours with Microsoft Booking (Summer 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to use Microsoft Bookings to simplify how students can schedule time for your office hours. Through a guided\, step-by-step demonstration\, you’ll discover how to create a personal scheduling page\, set availability\, and share booking links with students in your D2L course—reducing endless emails. \nAccommodations\nThe NED is committed to providing universal access to all of our events\, we’d like to discover how we can make the event more inclusive so you can fully participate! \nMachine generated captions are available in real-time for all Zoom events\, however human generated CART (live caption) service and ASL interpretation can be requested with advanced notice (2 weeks) to make the event more accessible. \nPlease\, let us know of any disability-related accommodations that will facilitate your full participation. \n Request Accommodations\nQuestions?\nContact the Network for Educational Development. \nRegistration Required\nUse the RSVP tool below to register. After registering\, a calendar invite will be sent to you as a reminder of the event start date.
URL:https://asanewsletter.org/event/simplify-office-hours-with-microsoft-booking-summer-2026/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T130000
DTSTAMP:20260530T143411Z
CREATED:20260530T143411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260530T143411Z
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SUMMARY:Discussion Boards: Integrating Choices for Modality (Summer 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Discussion boards for online classes can be a powerful modality for students to strengthen critical thinking\, engage in collaboration\, and share different and common ideas regarding the course content. Despite the benefits of discussion boards\, instructors must enhance and adjust discussion boards to ensure students not only self-evaluate and take an approach in cultural humility\, which is awareness of perspective derived from one own history but also practice cultural competence skills in their discussion boards. This is particularly important for future mental health and behavioral providers. Furthermore\, to encourage connection\, collaboration\, sincerity\, and authenticity during discussion boards\, particularly when prioritizing culturally sensitive topics\, instructors can structure and evaluate discussion boards in an alternative manner. \nThe purpose of this webinar is to outline a scholarship of teaching and learning approach when adjusting discussion boards for graduate students in applied behavior analysis. \n\nFirst\, the instructor asked students to submit video-based responses throughout the semester\, alternating every other week with text-based discussions.\nSecond\, the instructor developed a structured rubric for evaluating discussion responses to determine the extent to which students are more culturally aware and responsive in their conversations with each other.\nFinally\, we evaluated the social validity of our adjusted discussion board when compared to a standard text-based discussion board by integrating choice into the course.\n\nIn general\, graduate students preferred the video-based discussion board modality\, and minimal increases in culturally responsive conversations (as measured by a rubric) were present for some students. Implications of the effectiveness of these teaching strategies are discussed as well as future directions for research. \nAccommodations\nThe NED is committed to providing universal access to all of our events\, we’d like to discover how we can make the event more inclusive so you can fully participate! \nMachine generated captions are available in real-time for all Zoom events\, however human generated CART (live caption) service and ASL interpretation can be requested with advanced notice (2 weeks) to make the event more accessible. \nPlease\, let us know of any disability-related accommodations that will facilitate your full participation. \n Request Accommodations\nQuestions?\nContact facilitator Odessa Luna. \nRegistration Required\nUse the RSVP tool below to register. After registering\, a calendar invite will be sent to you as a reminder of the event start date.
URL:https://asanewsletter.org/event/discussion-boards-integrating-choices-for-modality-summer-2026/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260622
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260627
DTSTAMP:20260610T220622Z
CREATED:20251209T171137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T220622Z
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SUMMARY:Teaching and Learning Competency: Weeklong Intensive (Summer 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Dates June 22 to June 26\, 2026\n\nIn-Person: You must attend all week\, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday\nLocation: Central Lakes College Brainerd\, MN\nThis weeklong intensive course fulfills\, in part\, the Teaching and Learning Competency requirements. The requirements apply to Minnesota State college faculty completing the System Procedure 3.32.1\, Part 8. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe weeklong intensive is Monday through Friday \n\n\nAn online course course is used for submission\, feedback\, and evaluation of course projects \n\n\nTake the intensive to complete 6 courses (Competencies 1\, 2\, and 3). \n\nPhilosophy of Community and Technical Education is only offered online asynchronously (Competency 4).\n\nFree! The intensive is provided at no cost\, however faculty are responsible for their own travel\, meals\, lodging\, etc. expenses. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAudience  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMinnesota State college faculty completing the System Procedure 3.32.1\, Part 8 Teaching and Learning Competencies. \n\nAccommodations\nThe NED is committed to providing universal access to all of our events\, we’d like to discover how we can make the event more inclusive so you can fully participate! \n\nMachine generated captions are available in real-time for all Zoom events\, however human generated CART (live caption) service and ASL interpretation can be requested with advanced notice (2 weeks) to make the event more accessible. \nPlease\, let us know of any disability-related accommodations that will facilitate your full participation. \n Request Accommodations\n\nQuestions?\nPlease contact the Network for Educational Development. \n\nRSVP Required\nUse the RSVP tool below to register. \n\nAfter registering\, a calendar invite with details on how to join will be sent to you\, please add this event to your calendar. \nParticipants must register and attend the full week. \nRegistration opens March 15\, 2026 and closes June 8\, 2026
URL:https://asanewsletter.org/event/teaching-and-learning-competency-weeklong-intensive-summer-2026/
CATEGORIES:Short Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T140000
DTSTAMP:20260513T211414Z
CREATED:20260513T211414Z
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SUMMARY:Designing for Learning within the Course Structure (Summer 2026)
DESCRIPTION:This is the second webinar in a three-part series on course design using the New Content Experience (NCE) in D2L Brightspace. The session focuses on designing effective learning experiences within NCE. We will explore how to actively support student learning by creating learning paths rather than simple collections of content. \nWe will also discuss how to design content that promotes engagement\, helping students understand why tasks matter and how they connect to learning goals. Overall\, the session provides practical guidance for creating organized\, learner-centered units that improve student engagement and success. \nLearning Objectives\n\nDesign modules that communicate purpose and relevance\nApply alignment principles within NCE units\nDesign learning experiences that encourage engagement\n\nAccommodations\nThe NED is committed to providing universal access to all of our events\, we’d like to discover how we can make the event more inclusive so you can fully participate! \nMachine generated captions are available in real-time for all Zoom events\, however human generated CART (live caption) service and ASL interpretation can be requested with advanced notice (2 weeks) to make the event more accessible. \nPlease\, let us know of any disability-related accommodations that will facilitate your full participation. \n Request Accommodations\nQuestions?\nContact facilitator Beth Jensen. \nRegistration Required\nUse the RSVP tool below to register. After registering\, a calendar invite will be sent to you as a reminder of the event start date.
URL:https://asanewsletter.org/event/designing-for-learning-within-the-course-structure-summer-2026/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T130000
DTSTAMP:20260603T132225Z
CREATED:20260603T132225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T132225Z
UID:10005579-1781697600-1781701200@asanewsletter.org
SUMMARY:Recovering Deleted Objects or Activities in your D2L Course (Summer 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Want to recover accidentally deleted content in your D2L course with confidence? Join this webinar to learn how to use the Restore option in D2L to quickly and effectively recover course items. Through a guided\, step-by-step demonstration\, you’ll discover how to restore objects and activities across multiple tools—helping you save time and avoid frustration when mistakes happen. \nAccommodations\nThe NED is committed to providing universal access to all of our events\, we’d like to discover how we can make the event more inclusive so you can fully participate! \nMachine generated captions are available in real-time for all Zoom events\, however human generated CART (live caption) service and ASL interpretation can be requested with advanced notice (2 weeks) to make the event more accessible. \nPlease\, let us know of any disability-related accommodations that will facilitate your full participation. \n Request Accommodations\nQuestions?\nContact facilitator Ben Nwachukwu. \nRegistration Required\nUse the RSVP tool below to register. After registering\, a calendar invite will be sent to you as a reminder of the event start date. \n 
URL:https://asanewsletter.org/event/recovering-deleted-objects-or-activities-in-your-d2l-course-summer-2026/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260616
DTSTAMP:20260612T161806Z
CREATED:20260312T212243Z
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SUMMARY:Accessible Course Documents (Summer 2026)
DESCRIPTION:June 15 – July 5\, 2026\n\nShort Course\nDescription \n\nCaptions\, transcripts\, and audio descriptions make multimedia more accessible. They help provide additional access for vision or hearing impairments\, learning disabilities\, noisy environments\, non-fluent speakers\, and others. \nThis short course will help you understand the important definitions surrounding accessible media\, the existing laws and policy standards that help ensure equitable access. The course will show the importance of having accessible features for media as well as effective ways to add audio descriptions\, captions\, and transcripts with our existing technology services. \nEnsuring that all media is accessible is one way to help improve student success and lead to a more equitable delivery for all. \nFrom the Facilitator\n \n\nDirect link: Welcome to Accessible Course Documents Summer 2026 \nCourse Learning Objectives \nAfter completing the course\, participants will be able to:  \n\nDescribe the importance of having accessible digital media to support equitable student outcomes. \nCreate and edit effective captions using Kaltura MediaSpace. \nCreate effective transcripts. \n\nSuggested Audience \nFaculty (Full-time and part-time)\, Instructional Designers and Technologists\, Faculty Developers/Trainers\, and Concurrent Enrollment Instructors.  \nEstimated Time Commitment \nMost participants are able to complete this course by committing 4-6 hours per week.  \nReflect on your Professional Development \nAs you progress through this course\, please consider how you can use the assignments as a way to highlight your work on your Professional Development Plan. Consider sharing your work with your leadership team.  \nAccommodations\nThe NED is committed to providing universal access to all of our events\, we’d like to discover how we can make the event more inclusive so you can fully participate! \nMachine generated captions are available in real-time for all Zoom events\, however human generated CART (live caption) service and ASL interpretation can be requested with advanced notice (2 weeks) to make the event more accessible. \nPlease\, let us know of any disability-related accommodations that will facilitate your full participation \n Request Accommodations\nCourse Location \nThis course is hosted and facilitated using shared D2L Brightspace instance of Minnesota State called\, MnSite. \nQuestions?  \nContact the Network for Educational Development. \nRegistration Required\nUse the RSVP tool below to register. There is a limit of 30 participants per course. \nReminders Coming:  We use the email address you provided to send you reminder emails as the event date gets closer\, but we suggest you add this event to your calendar. 
URL:https://asanewsletter.org/event/accessible-course-documents-summer-2026/
CATEGORIES:Short Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T143000
DTSTAMP:20260530T143414Z
CREATED:20260530T143414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260530T143414Z
UID:10005576-1781271000-1781274600@asanewsletter.org
SUMMARY:Informal\, Inclusive\, and Impactful Faculty to Faculty Mentoring (Summer 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Odessa Luna will provide her perspectives on their personal experiences with mentoring and being mentored at the graduate and early career levels. She will also discuss the challenges she experienced\, and how they combated these barriers. Finally\, Dr. Luna will present recommendations and practical strategies to urge all faculty\, regardless of status or level\, to engage in active\, inclusive practices with their colleagues. \nAccommodations\nThe NED is committed to providing universal access to all of our events\, we’d like to discover how we can make the event more inclusive so you can fully participate! \nMachine generated captions are available in real-time for all Zoom events\, however human generated CART (live caption) service and ASL interpretation can be requested with advanced notice (2 weeks) to make the event more accessible. \nPlease\, let us know of any disability-related accommodations that will facilitate your full participation. \n Request Accommodations\nQuestions?\nContact facilitator Odessa Luna. \nRegistration Required\nUse the RSVP tool below to register. After registering\, a calendar invite will be sent to you as a reminder of the event start date. \n 
URL:https://asanewsletter.org/event/informal-inclusive-and-impactful-faculty-to-faculty-mentoring-summer-2026/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T120000
DTSTAMP:20260522T134945Z
CREATED:20260522T134945Z
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SUMMARY:Accessible Word Documents: Five Habits That Make Course Materials Easier to Use (Summer 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Accessible Word documents do not have to be complicated. This session will focus on five practical habits that make course materials easier for students to navigate and use: headings\, lists\, descriptive links\, images and alt text\, and the built-in accessibility checker. We’ll look at examples and discuss how small changes in everyday documents can improve clarity\, usability\, and accessibility. \nAccommodations\nThe NED is committed to providing universal access to all of our events\, we’d like to discover how we can make the event more inclusive so you can fully participate! \nMachine generated captions are available in real-time for all Zoom events\, however human generated CART (live caption) service and ASL interpretation can be requested with advanced notice (2 weeks) to make the event more accessible. \nPlease\, let us know of any disability-related accommodations that will facilitate your full participation. \n Request Accommodations\nQuestions?\nContact the facilitator Brent Rossow. \nRegistration Required\nUse the RSVP tool below to register. After registering\, a calendar invite will be sent to you as a reminder of the event start date.
URL:https://asanewsletter.org/event/accessible-word-documents-five-habits-that-make-course-materials-easier-to-use-summer-2026/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260609T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260609T111500
DTSTAMP:20260325T151522Z
CREATED:20260324T205847Z
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SUMMARY:No artificial ingredients! Keeping it real in the age of AI (Summer 2026)
DESCRIPTION:This is part of a 2026 webinar series on Teaching with AI. Register for the full series. \nEmpowering students to trust their own skills can help foster learning\, agency\, and authenticity in your course. This webinar will explore some tools you can use immediately\, as well as build your confidence as an instructor for new approaches in course assessment. \nOutcomes\n\nDefine “student-generated learning” in the context of authentic assessment and academic integrity.\nIdentify pre-made templates for rubrics\, lesson plans\, and student surveys that can foster student agency and trust.\nIdentify strategies for AI transparency (if AI is used) as it applies to student agency\, creativity\, and academic integrity.\n\nAccommodations\nThe NED is committed to providing universal access to all of our events\, we’d like to discover how we can make the event more inclusive so you can fully participate! \nMachine generated captions are available in real-time for all Zoom events\, however human generated CART (live caption) service and ASL interpretation can be requested with advanced notice (2 weeks) to make the event more accessible. \nPlease\, let us know of any disability-related accommodations that will facilitate your full participation. \n Request Accommodations\nQuestions?\nContact facilitator Kathleen Coate. \nRegistration Required\nUse the RSVP tool below to register. After registering\, a calendar invite will be sent to you as a reminder of the event start date. \n 
URL:https://asanewsletter.org/event/no-artificial-ingredients-keeping-it-real-in-the-age-of-ai-summer-2026/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260608
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260609
DTSTAMP:20260608T135012Z
CREATED:20260312T210230Z
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SUMMARY:Build Your Course Essentials (Summer 2026)
DESCRIPTION:June 8 – 28\, 2026\nShort Course\nIn this three-week short course you will learn essential strategies for building an effective course with technology (D2L Brightspace). Each module includes two key strategies for student success: \n\nModule 1: Planning to Build and Start Here Module\nModule 2: Welcoming Course Homepage and Grades and Feedback\nModule 3: Accessibility and Effective Assessments\n\nPlus\, you’ll have the opportunity to use a course template to get a quick start on your build! This course is a great for those new to D2L Brightspace. For those with D2L Brightspace experience\, this will be an excellent refresh with new ideas and resources. \nFrom the Facilitator\n \nDirect link: Build Your Course Essentials Short Course Introduction Video \nCourse Learning Objectives \n\nUtilize technology to begin developing your courses.\nApply course development strategies to your courses.\nApply instructor presence for engagement and belonging in your courses.\nIncorporate accessibility and equity into your courses.\n\nSuggested Audience \nFaculty (Full-time and part-time)\, Instructional Designers and Technologists\, Faculty Developers/Trainers\, and Concurrent Enrollment instructors. \nEstimated Time Commitment \nMost participants are able to complete this course by committing 4-6 hours per week.  \nReflect on your Professional Development \nAs you progress through this course\, please consider how you can use the assignments as a way to highlight your work on your Professional Development Plan. Consider sharing your work with your leadership team.  \nCourse Location \nThis course is hosted and facilitated using shared D2L Brightspace instance of Minnesota State called\, MnSite.  \n\nRSVP Required\nUse the RSVP tool below to register. After registering\, a calendar invite will be sent to you as a reminder of the course start date. Please add this event to your calendar. \n\n\nAccommodations\nThe NED is committed to providing universal access to all of our events\, we’d like to discover how we can make the event more inclusive so you can fully participate! \n\nMachine generated captions are available in real-time for all Zoom events\, however human generated CART (live caption) service and ASL interpretation can be requested with advanced notice (2 weeks) to make the event more accessible. \nPlease\, let us know of any disability-related accommodations that will facilitate your full participation. \n Request Accommodations\n\nQuestions?\nContact the Network for Educational Development.
URL:https://asanewsletter.org/event/build-your-course-essentials-summer-2026/
CATEGORIES:Short Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260603T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260603T141500
DTSTAMP:20260527T001641Z
CREATED:20260324T205714Z
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SUMMARY:Humanizing Teaching and Learning in an AI World (Summer 2026)
DESCRIPTION:This is part of a 2026 webinar series on Teaching with AI. Register for the full series. \nAs AI tools become more visible in higher education\, faculty are grappling with how to integrate them without losing what matters most: human connection\, trust\, and meaningful learning. In this 75‑minute interactive webinar\, participants will explore how humanizing teaching practices can guide thoughtful\, ethical\, and effective use of AI in teaching and learning. \nFaculty will leave with practical strategies for using AI to reduce cognitive load\, support timely feedback\, and create space for more meaningful interaction—while maintaining academic integrity\, equity\, and student agency in an AI world. \nBy the end of this session\, participants will be able to: \n\nExplain how humanizing teaching practices support effective learning in an AI‑rich environment\, including how trust\, belonging\, and instructor presence help students use AI responsibly and productively.\nIdentify ways AI tools can be used to support humanizing practices\, such as improving clarity\, accessibility\, feedback\, and instructor availability—without replacing relational teaching or professional judgment.\nApply at least one human‑centered\, AI‑supported teaching strategy that aligns with their discipline\, modality\, and student context while reinforcing transparency\, care\, and student agency.\n\nAccommodations\nThe NED is committed to providing universal access to all of our events\, we’d like to discover how we can make the event more inclusive so you can fully participate! \nMachine generated captions are available in real-time for all Zoom events\, however human generated CART (live caption) service and ASL interpretation can be requested with advanced notice (2 weeks) to make the event more accessible. \nPlease\, let us know of any disability-related accommodations that will facilitate your full participation. \n Request Accommodations\nQuestions?\nContact facilitator Ken Graetz. \nRegistration Required\nUse the RSVP tool below to register. After registering\, a calendar invite will be sent to you as a reminder of the event start date.
URL:https://asanewsletter.org/event/humanizing-teaching-and-learning-in-an-ai-world-summer-2026/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260603T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260603T140000
DTSTAMP:20260513T211422Z
CREATED:20260513T211422Z
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UID:10005567-1780491600-1780495200@asanewsletter.org
SUMMARY:Building the Backbone of Your Course (Summer 2026)
DESCRIPTION:This is the first webinar in a three-part series on course design using the New Content Experience (NCE) in D2L Brightspace. The session focuses on how intentional course structure serves as a learning backbone that guides students\, reduces cognitive load\, and clearly communicates expectations. \nWe will examine why structure matters\, explore design choices\, identify common structural pitfalls\, and learn practical strategies to improve wayfinding\, equity\, and the overall student learning experience. Attendees will receive actionable ideas to strengthen the backbone of their course. \nLearning Objectives\n\nIdentify key design principles that support learner navigation and wayfinding\nMake intentional decisions about course structure using NCE tools\nAlign course layout with learner expectations and cognitive load principles\n\nAccommodations\nThe NED is committed to providing universal access to all of our events\, we’d like to discover how we can make the event more inclusive so you can fully participate! \nMachine generated captions are available in real-time for all Zoom events\, however human generated CART (live caption) service and ASL interpretation can be requested with advanced notice (2 weeks) to make the event more accessible. \nPlease\, let us know of any disability-related accommodations that will facilitate your full participation. \n Request Accommodations\nQuestions?\nContact facilitator Beth Jensen. \nRegistration Required\nUse the RSVP tool below to register. After registering\, a calendar invite will be sent to you as a reminder of the event start date. \n 
URL:https://asanewsletter.org/event/building-the-backbone-of-your-course-summer-2026/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260603T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260603T130000
DTSTAMP:20260114T194354Z
CREATED:20260114T194354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T194354Z
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SUMMARY:Making Zoom Sessions More Accessible and Inclusive (Summer 2026)
DESCRIPTION:We might be used to using Zoom in our work\, but not all of us\, especially our students\, are. In this session\, we’ll look at Zoom reactions\, annotations\, and the whiteboard along with the benefits and barriers of those tools when meeting in Zoom. We’ll also talk about community agreements and how to create norms in communication within our meetings. \nAccommodations\nThe NED is committed to providing universal access to all of our events\, we’d like to discover how we can make the event more inclusive so you can fully participate! \nMachine generated captions are available in real-time for all Zoom events\, however human generated CART (live caption) service and ASL interpretation can be requested with advanced notice (2 weeks) to make the event more accessible. \nPlease\, let us know of any disability-related accommodations that will facilitate your full participation. \n Request Accommodations\nQuestions?\nContact facilitator Kelli Hallsten Erickson. \nRegistration Required\nUse the RSVP tool below to register. After registering\, a calendar invite will be sent to you as a reminder of the event start date.
URL:https://asanewsletter.org/event/making-zoom-sessions-more-accessible-and-inclusive-summer-2026/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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SUMMARY:Teaching and Learning Competency and the NED - Deans\, HR\, and Administrators (Summer 2026\, Option 1)
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, we will introduce the new course provider for the MSCF Teaching & Learning Competency\, the Network for Educational Development (NED). This session is designed for Deans\, Human Resources professionals\, and Administrators. \nDuring the webinar\, you will: \n\nLearn about the course provider for the Teaching & Learning Competency.\nDiscover the courses offered by the Network for Educational Development.\nHave the opportunity to ask questions about the new course provider.\n\nAudience\nDeans\, Human Resources professionals\, and Administrators. \nAccommodations\nThe NED is committed to providing universal access to all of our events\, we’d like to discover how we can make the event more inclusive so you can fully participate!\n​\nMachine generated captions are available in real-time for all Zoom events\, however human generated CART (live caption) service and ASL interpretation can be requested with advanced notice (2 weeks) to make the event more accessible.\n​\nPlease\, let us know of any disability-related accommodations that will facilitate your full participation.\n​\n Request Accommodations\nQuestions?\nContact the Network for Educational Development. \nRegistration Required\nUse the RSVP tool below to register. In addition to Minnesota State faculty and staff\, Concurrent Enrollment instructors are also welcome to join.\n​\nAfter registering\, a calendar invite with details on how to join will be sent to you\, please add this event to your calendar.
URL:https://asanewsletter.org/event/teaching-and-learning-competency-and-the-ned-deans-hr-and-administrators-summer-2026-option-1/
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SUMMARY:Collecting and Analyzing Classroom Data (Summer 2026)
DESCRIPTION:June 1 – June 21\, 2026\nShort Course\nDescription\nIn this class\, participants are expected to bring a specific Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) Inquiry Question and preliminary literature review of the topic. From there\, participants will explore evidence approaches (e.g.\, quantitative\, qualitative\, and mixed-methods)\, select an appropriate tool from that evidence approach\, determine the parameters of the study\, and create a data collection and analysis plan for their SoTL Research Question. \nFrom the Facilitator\n \nDirect link: Welcome to Collecting and Analyzing Data (video\, 2:01 minutes) \nLearning Objectives\n\nIdentify at least three\, common data collection tools that provide meaningful evidence to SoTL questions.\nMatch a SoTL question to either a quantitative\, qualitative\, or mixed methods approach\nSelect a collection tool from the identified approach\nCreate a plan for collecting evidence to answer a SoTL Question\, applying the selected approach and tool\nIntegrate self-reflection to inform and guide evidence analysis practices\nRevise evidence gathering plan based on self-reflection\, colleague feedback\, and contextual parameters\n\nSuggested Audience \nFaculty (Full-time and part-time)\, Instructional Designers and Technologists\, Faculty Developers/Trainers\, staff\, and Concurrent Enrollment Instructors. \nEstimated Time Commitment \nMost participants are able to complete this course by committing 4-6 hours per week.  \nReflect on your Professional Development \nAs you progress through this course\, please consider how you can use the assignments as a way to highlight your work on your Professional Development Plan. Consider sharing your work with your leadership team.  \nQuestions?  \nContact the Network for Educational Development. \nAccommodations\nThe NED is committed to providing universal access to all of our events\, we’d like to discover how we can make the event more inclusive so you can fully participate! \nMachine generated captions are available in real-time for all Zoom events\, however human generated CART (live caption) service and ASL interpretation can be requested with advanced notice (2 weeks) to make the event more accessible. \nPlease\, let us know of any disability-related accommodations that will facilitate your full participation. \n Request Accommodations\nRegistration Required\nUse the RSVP tool below to register. After registering\, a calendar invite will be sent to you as a reminder of the event start date.
URL:https://asanewsletter.org/event/collecting-and-analyzing-classroom-data-summer-2026/
CATEGORIES:Short Courses
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SUMMARY:Foundations of Teaching Online (Summer 2026)
DESCRIPTION:June 1 – August 2\, 2026\n(No class/Break: June 29 – July 5\, 2026) \nLong Course\nThe Foundations of Teaching Online long course will help faculty build well-designed online experiences for their students\, and deans evaluate online experiences from a student perspective. Participants will learn about quality standards in online course design and the basic principles of backwards design and alignment. In addition\, they will be introduced to strategies that create a welcoming\, accessible\, and collaborative environment where all learners can succeed. \nThe class is split into two groups: a faculty track and a dean track.\nWhile some course experiences will be together\, many assignments will be targeted to different campus roles. \nFrom the Facilitators\n \nDirect link: Welcome to Foundations of Teaching Online Summer 2026 \nCourse Learning Objectives – Faculty Track\n\nAfter completing this course\, participants will be able to: \n\nConstruct a course schedule with learning objective(s) for each module.\nCreate a partial alignment map with your learning objective(s)\, assessment tool\, and learning activities.\nApply strategies to support equity in your online course.\nUse academic technology tools to build an effective online course.\nCreate accessible course materials such as documents\, webpages\, and media.\n\nSuggested Audience \nMinnesota State faculty\, instructional designers\, technologists\, and other instructional support roles. \nEstimated Time Commitment \nMost participants are able to complete this course by committing 4-6 hours per week.  \nReflect on your Professional Development \nAs you progress through this course\, please consider how you can use the assignments as a way to highlight your work on your Professional Development Plan. Consider sharing your work with your leadership team.  \nCourse Location \nThis course is hosted and facilitated using shared D2L Brightspace instance of Minnesota State called\, MnSite.  \n\nAccommodations\nThe NED is committed to providing universal access to all of our events\, we’d like to discover how we can make the event more inclusive so you can fully participate! \n\nMachine generated captions are available in real-time for all Zoom events\, however human generated CART (live caption) service and ASL interpretation can be requested with advanced notice (2 weeks) to make the event more accessible. \nPlease\, let us know of any disability-related accommodations that will facilitate your full participation. \n Request Accommodations\n\nQuestions?\nContact the facilitators\, Liz Pauly and Jen Ouelette-Schramm \nRegistration Required\nUse the RSVP tool below to register. After registering\, a calendar invite will be sent to you as a reminder of the course start date. Please add this event to your calendar.
URL:https://asanewsletter.org/event/foundations-of-teaching-online-for-faculty-summer-2026/
CATEGORIES:Long Course
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SUMMARY:Empathy by Design (Summer 2026)
DESCRIPTION:June 1 – June 21\, 2026\n\nShort Course\nDescription \nCourse Overview\nThis online\, asynchronous course is for Minnesota State faculty who want to use evidence‑based strategies to make their courses more human-centered through thoughtful facilitation and design. \nCourse Format\nThe course has no scheduled class meetings. You will work on your own schedule to complete weekly due dates. You may join optional virtual meetings with your facilitator and faculty colleagues. Plan for about 2–4 hours of work each week\, about 10 hours total. \nLearning Experience\nThis is a facilitated\, collaborative course that models humanizing practices you may choose to use in your own teaching. You will learn by doing—interacting with the instructor and colleagues from across Minnesota State in activities that demonstrate humanizing approaches in real time. Throughout the course\, you will: \n\nReview current research and theory on humanizing learning.\nChoose evidence‑based humanizing strategies you want to implement or refine.\nExplore specific tools and techniques that support these strategies and learn how to apply them in your own courses.\n\nBy the End of the Course\nYou will be able to make informed decisions about humanizing instructional strategies. You will also write a clear plan to implement and refine three humanizing strategies in your courses. You will create one strategy using technology\, like D2L Brightspace. \nCourse Learning Objectives \n\nDefine “humanizing” as it relates to online teaching and learning and explain why it’s important. \n\n\nDiscuss research findings connecting humanizing facilitation and course design strategies with online student success. \n\n\nEvaluate three tools and techniques for implementing evidence-based humanizing strategies to your own discipline/course. \n\n\nDevelop a fully articulated implementation plan for introducing or enhancing two to three evidence-based humanizing strategies in your online courses that best fit your teaching style. \n\nTechnical Skill Requirements\n\nUse a web browser  \nCreate\, save and upload Word documents  \nNavigate Microsoft Windows  \nCreate and send an email using your Minnesota State account  \nEvaluate and decide whether or not to use OneDrive  \nPerform basic tasks associated with the following D2L Brightspace tools: Content\, Quizzes and Assignments \n\nMaterials Required \nPrior to beginning this course\, you should complete the following activities:  \n\nSelect a course that you’d like to which you’d like to apply these concepts \nContact your campus D2L/IT Helpdesk to create a D2L Brightspace “Sample/Sandbox” Course if you do not have one.\n\nSuggested Audience \nFaculty (Full-time and part-time)\, Instructional Designers and Technologists\, Faculty Developers/Trainers\, and Concurrent Enrollment instructors.  \nEstimated Time Commitment \nThe course is designed to be 4-6 hours of work per week to complete.  \nReflect on your Professional Development \nAs you progress through this course\, please consider how you can use the assignments as a way to highlight your work on your Professional Development Plan. Consider sharing your work with your leadership team.  \nCourse Location \nThis course is hosted and facilitated using shared D2L Brightspace instance of Minnesota State called\, MnSite. \n\n\nAccommodations\nThe NED is committed to providing universal access to all of our events\, we’d like to discover how we can make the event more inclusive so you can fully participate! \n\nMachine generated captions are available in real-time for all Zoom events\, however human generated CART (live caption) service and ASL interpretation can be requested with advanced notice (2 weeks) to make the event more accessible. \nPlease\, let us know of any disability-related accommodations that will facilitate your full participation. \n Request Accommodations\n\nQuestions?\nContact the Network for Educational Development. \n\nRSVP Required\nUse the RSVP tool below to register. In addition to Minnesota State faculty and staff\, Concurrent Enrollment instructors are also welcome to join. \n\nAfter registering\, a calendar invite with details on how to join will be sent to you\, please add this event to your calendar.
URL:https://asanewsletter.org/event/empathy-by-design-summer-2026/
CATEGORIES:Short Courses
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260527
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SUMMARY:Accessible Digital Media (Summer 2026)
DESCRIPTION:May 26 – June 14\, 2026\n\nShort Course\nDescription \n\nCaptions\, transcripts\, and audio descriptions make multimedia more accessible. They help provide additional access for vision or hearing impairments\, learning disabilities\, noisy environments\, non-fluent speakers\, and others. \nThis short course will help you understand the important definitions surrounding accessible media\, the existing laws and policy standards that help ensure equitable access. The course will show the importance of having accessible features for media as well as effective ways to add audio descriptions\, captions\, and transcripts with our existing technology services. \nEnsuring that all media is accessible is one way to help improve student success and lead to a more equitable delivery for all. \n\nCourse Learning Objectives \nAfter completing the course\, participants will be able to:  \n\nDescribe the importance of having accessible digital media to support equitable student outcomes. \nCreate and edit effective captions using Kaltura MediaSpace. \nCreate effective transcripts. \n\nSuggested Audience \nFaculty (Full-time and part-time)\, Instructional Designers and Technologists\, Faculty Developers/Trainers\, and Concurrent Enrollment Instructors.  \nEstimated Time Commitment \nMost participants are able to complete this course by committing 4-6 hours per week.  \nReflect on your Professional Development \nAs you progress through this course\, please consider how you can use the assignments as a way to highlight your work on your Professional Development Plan. Consider sharing your work with your leadership team.  \nAccommodations\nThe NED is committed to providing universal access to all of our events\, we’d like to discover how we can make the event more inclusive so you can fully participate! \nMachine generated captions are available in real-time for all Zoom events\, however human generated CART (live caption) service and ASL interpretation can be requested with advanced notice (2 weeks) to make the event more accessible. \nPlease\, let us know of any disability-related accommodations that will facilitate your full participation \n Request Accommodations\nCourse Location \nThis course is hosted and facilitated using shared D2L Brightspace instance of Minnesota State called\, MnSite. \nQuestions?  \nContact the Network for Educational Development. \nRegistration Required\nUse the RSVP tool below to register. There is a limit of 30 participants per course. \nReminders Coming:  We use the email address you provided to send you reminder emails as the event date gets closer\, but we suggest you add this event to your calendar. 
URL:https://asanewsletter.org/event/accessible-digital-media-summer-2026/
CATEGORIES:Short Courses
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