Teaching and Learning Conference
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Tuesday, May 20, 2025
Virtual and In-person
The conference theme for 2025 is Student Engagement.
Student engagement, the degree to which students actively participate in their learning, is essential for creating a dynamic, interactive, and effective learning environment. High student engagement enhances learning, promotes critical thinking, increases academic success, fosters personal development, and boosts motivation—all factors that positively impact student persistence and success at NDSU.
Join hundreds of instructors who attend this conference each year to pick up quick teaching ideas and tips.
This annual conference is FREE and open to ANY faculty, instructor, staff, or graduate student interested in attending. Individuals from other colleges and universities are encouraged to attend, network, and present at this conference. We also welcome K-12 educators!
Schedule
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
8 - 8:30 a.m. - Check-in | Light Breakfast
8:30 - 8:45 a.m. - Welcome Message
9 a.m. - Opening Keynote
10 a.m. - Break
10:10 a.m. - Concurrent Sessions I
10:40 a.m. - Break
10:50 a.m. - Concurrent Session II
11:20 a.m. - Break
11:30 a.m. - Concurrent Session III
12 p.m. - Lunch | Inspiring Colleague Award
12:30 p.m. - Closing Keynote Speaker
Registration
This event is FREE and open to all faculty, instructors, staff, and graduate students. Individuals may opt for a combination of virtual and in-person attendance for the various sessions.
Individuals not affiliated with NDSU who choose to attend the in-person lunch session will need to register for the conference and may then choose to pre-pay a nominal fee for their meal or select from the dining options in the Memorial Union. Pre-paid meals include a light breakfast, lunch, and a coffee bar.
Get Your Registration In By:
- Tuesday, May 6 - In-Person Attendance
- Monday, May 19 - Virtual Attendance (We cannot guarantee you will receive breakout session links after this date.)
If you register and you find that you are no longer able to attend call 701-231-7015 or email ndsu.otl@ndsu.edu to let us know.
Present a Breakout Session
Proposals Due: Saturday, January 11, 2025
The fifth annual Teaching and Learning Conference sponsored by North Dakota State University’s Office of Teaching and Learning invites you to propose a breakout session.
Share your expertise in teaching with other faculty, instructors, and graduate assistants from NDSU, NDUS schools, and other regional higher education institutions. Individual or group-led session proposals may be submitted by anyone who serves in a teaching role at a regional institution of higher education. This year's conference will feature breakout sessions on the topic of engaging learners. Think about the top tips you have for instructors and advisors who want to keep their students engaged in learning. What has worked for you? What research have you conducted on this topic and what were the results? Let's share this information, so all students can stay engaged and be successful during their education.
Propose a session today!
Proposal Submission Instructions:
Complete the proposal template(You can save and return to your work.)
The proposal template will require the following:
- Platform (Zoom or in-person),
- Presenter information, short bio, and photograph (For each presenter),
- Session title,
- Session short description for the program schedule,
- Extended session description, and
- Intended attendee outcomes.
If you are presenting with others, only one member of the group should submit a proposal. Submit your proposal by January 11. You will be notified about acceptance of your breakout session by February 1. Please note: We are planning for both in-person and online participation so your presentation materials and style should consider both audiences.
Selection Process:
Proposals will be reviewed by peer reviewers using the following criteria:
- Relevance of Topic: Is the topic of relevance, importance, value, and/or interest to higher education and aligned to the overall theme?
- Session Outcomes Achievability: Is there alignment between the stated session outcomes and the proposal description?
- Presenter Knowledge: Does the presenter or presenters have sufficient knowledge, expertise, and authority to address this topic based on evidence provided in the proposal and/or prior experience with or knowledge of the presenter?
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Does the proposal show how the session will reflect or address diversity, equity, and inclusion (including subject matter, individuals of all identities, and demographic characteristics)?