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Register for the 2025 LEC Teaching and Learning Virtual Conference

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Registration for the 2025 LEC Teaching and Learning Virtual Conference is officially open. By registering, you can ensure your place at this must-attend event on November 5th and 6th, 2025. This year’s theme, “Reimagining Higher Education: Centering Humanity in the Digital Age,” invites you to explore how we can design learning experiences that prioritize human connection, ethical engagement, and meaningful transformation in an increasingly digital world.

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Call for Proposals EXTENDED for the 2025 LEC Teaching and Learning Virtual Conference

We are excited to announce the Call for Proposals is now open for our annual Learning and Educational Center (LEC) Teaching and Learning Virtual Conference scheduled for Wednesday November 5 and Thursday, November 6, 2025, taking place in Zoom Events. We seek presentations that challenge educators to rethink teaching, research, and student support in ways that enhance, rather than replace, the uniquely human aspects of learning and promote higher education as a compassionate, engaging, and empowering space for all learners.

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Series Announcement: Human-Centered Teaching in the Digital Age: An LEC Teaching and Learning Pre-Conference Series

As we prepare for the Virtual Teaching and Learning Conference on November 5–6 via Zoom Events, we invite you to join the conversation early through our pre-conference series: Human-Centered Teaching in the Digital Age. This series offers a timely opportunity to explore how we can reimagine higher education with a human-centered lens in an increasingly digital world.

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Teaching Durable Skills in the Age of AI

As AI transforms higher education and the global workforce, there has been growing interest in ensuring that students learn the durable skills (a.k.a., soft skills, career competencies, etc.) necessary for success in their careers. This presentation will introduce participants to a durable skills framework and highlight why these competencies are critical for student success alongside emerging AI tools. Participants will learn practical strategies for embedding durable skills into assignments and course activities across disciplines.

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From Passive to Impactful: A Practical Guide to Interactive Lecture Design

Participants will explore practical strategies for transforming traditional lectures into dynamic, interactive learning experiences. Through a structured framework and real-world examples, participants will learn how to design a lecture that balances content delivery with active engagement. Whether you’re teaching in-person or online, this session will provide tools to foster learner participation, improve retention, and make your lectures more impactful.

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Workshop: Getting Started with Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat

Are you ready to streamline your workflow, boost collaboration, and apply innovative tools for teaching and research? Join us for an interactive workshop designed to introduce educators to Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat—a game-changing platform that enhances efficiency and creativity. Whether you’re managing administrative tasks, collaborating with colleagues, or analyzing data, this workshop will equip you with the skills to make the most of this powerful tool.

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Digital Well-Being in Class and Beyond: Learning Design that Supports Student Wellness in the Digital Age

In this session, we will explore course-level design strategies that integrate digital wellness practices – practices that seek to develop a healthy relationship with technology that balances the benefits and the drawbacks – without sacrificing academic integrity. How can course design guide healthy digital use for learning and beyond?

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Behind the Scenes: A Day in the Life of an NSU Faculty Leader – Dr. Elizabeth Swann

In this episode of Behind the Scenes: A Day in the Life, Dr. Elizabeth Swann, Professor and Director of Interprofessional Integration for NSU Health, shares how she brings together 22 healthcare programs across nine campuses to transform learning and patient care. She reflects on her leadership journey, her servant-leadership philosophy, and her vision for preparing students to thrive in collaborative, team-based environments.

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Behind the Scenes: A Day in the Life of Jessica Garcia-Brown

In this episode of Behind the Scenes: A Day in the Life, Jessica Garcia-Brown, Associate Professor of Law and Director of Undergraduate Law Programs, shares how she helped shape one of the nation’s first bachelor’s programs in law. She reflects on saying “yes” to new opportunities, the power of mentorship, and her commitment to preparing students for meaningful professional pathways.

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