by Zach Miller
Quick Summary
The MnLC Summit on Learning and Technology will take place at St. Cloud State University of August 8. Proposals for 25- or 45-minute proposals are due by April 25.
Text courtesy of MnLC Executive Committee Member Mary Mehsikomer.
The MnLC Summit on Learning and Technology will be held on August 8, 2024 at St. Cloud State University. We are seeking presenters to provide our audience with a varied and relevant program! Please consider submitting proposals to present. The Summit Planning Committee would also appreciate it if you would share this Call for Proposals widely within your institutional networks and with colleagues. I have attached a flyer with all the information to make sharing easier.
Event Details
- Date: August 8, 2024
- Location: St. Cloud State University, St. Cloud, Minnesota
- Purpose: The Summit brings together K-12 and higher education educators to learn, share and network on topics related to digital and online learning.
Mission of the MnLC
- The MnLC is a joint powers partnership between the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE), University of Minnesota, and Minnesota State.
- Its mission is to promote high-quality, online, blended, and digital learning and support educators teaching in these environments.
- The MnLC is committed to advancing racial justice, equity, and inclusion in online and digital learning.
- The MnLC executes its mission through three primary activities:
- Professional Development: Enhancing educators’ skills and knowledge.
- Collaborative Projects: Encouraging joint efforts in the field of digital learning.
- Advocacy: Promoting effective digital learning policy and practice.
Topics for Presentations
Presenters have the choice of proposing a 25-minute or 45-minute presentation. The MnLC is seeking presenters willing to share their expertise on the following topics:
- Digital Inclusion/Digital Equity
- Emerging Technologies (such as artificial intelligence, virtual reality)
- Innovative Practices (including alternative pathways and credentials)
- Quality Instructional Practices and Assessment
- Open Education/Open Education Resources
- Academic Technology, Policy, and Practice
If you have ideas outside of these categories that you feel are of interest to Summit attendees, please feel free to submit them!
Presentation Proposal Submission
The Call for Proposals form can be completed via MnLC's Google Form. Proposals are due by April 25, 2024. Presenters will be notified by May 10, 2024
This Summit provides an excellent opportunity for educators to collaborate, learn, and contribute to the advancement of digital learning. If you have any further questions or need additional information, feel free to reach out to Mary Mehsikomer at mary.mehsikomer@sourcewell-mn.gov. More information will be available on the Minnesota Learning Commons website.
2024 Summit Planning Committee
- Jeff Plaman, Minnesota Department of Education
- Senenge Andzenge, University of Minnesota, Co-Chair
- Jeremy Mikla, ECMECC
- Stephen Kelly, Minnesota State, Co-Chair
- Mary Mehsikomer, Sourcewell
- Dave Blanchard, Minnesota State
- Elizabeth Johnson, Southern New Hampshire University
- Karen Pikula, Minnesota State
- Karen Qualey, Minnesota State
