NDSU’s fifth annual Teaching and Learning Conference has scheduled two keynote speakers and 12 different breakout sessions on the topic of student engagement. Join the NDSU Office of Teaching and Learning as we dive deep into factors that keep students engaged in their learning. Last year more than 225 individuals from 15 different colleges and universities attended. All faculty, staff, and graduate students are invited to attend this FREE conference either in person or virtually.
Teaching & Learning Conference
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
NDSU Memorial Union or Via Zoom
Opening Keynote
Learning by Design: Harnessing Games for Engagement and Growth
With Chris Gamrat, Ph.D., Penn State University
Dive into the art and science of using games to create dynamic, engaging learning environments.
Below is a peek at the breakout session titles:
- Did They Learn Anything Or Just Eat Pizza?: Measuring Student Learning In Creative Ways.
- Do Flexible Deadlines Actually Help Students?
- Empowering Students To Confront Algorithmic Bias
- Engaging Learners By Rekindling Your Own Passion For Teaching
- Game On: Practical Gamification Strategies For Every Discipline
- Global Learning From Home
- High-Fives And Good Vibes: Connecting Inside And Outside The Classroom
- Learning As A Superpower
- Life Skills Outside The Box In A Liberal Arts School
- Revising Your Course Syllabus To Help You Create An Equitable and Inclusive Learning Environment
- Strategic Lab Design: Designing Problem-Based Lab Challenges Aligned With Course Objectives
- Why Course Design Matters In Student Retention
Full breakout session descriptions are now available on the Zoom event website. View Breakout Session Descriptions >>
Closing Keynote
The Psychological & Educational Impacts of Historical Trauma on Indigenous Children & Families
With Emily Sargent, Ph.D., Sanford Health and Research
Gain a deeper understanding of how historical trauma has impacted Native American families and how those impacts are still relevant in current times, specifically in the education setting.
Secure your FREE ticket for the fifth annual Teaching & Learning Conference at bit.ly/TLConf2025.