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Professional Development Purpose

The purpose of professional development is to support the mission of the college by helping employees enhance their job skills, obtain job-related knowledge and information, increase productivity and efficiency, and/or prepare for higher-level positions. In the case of faculty members, it also provides an opportunity for classroom skill enhancement and increased knowledge in their specific academic discipline.

Professional Development Hour Requirement

There will be a minimum number of five required hours for full-time and reduced-hours full-time faculty and staff. Professional development hours will be based on what the supervisor and employee agree is a reasonable amount of time required to develop identified needs of the individual.

Available Training

Please note: A travel authorization must be submitted and approved before attending any external events.

Upcoming Training

Topic Event Name Date Internal/External Session Description Time Location Cost Registration/Access Link
Faculty Development Creating Energizing Discussion & Reflection Opportunities with Thinking Routines (OLC) 3/12/2024 External In this webinar, we will explore the Thinking Routines website, discuss the different categories of routines, and engage in experiential activities based on the routines. We will also explore concrete ways that the routines can be incorporated into a variety of course activities and assignments (such as formative assessments, discussions, reflections, reading responses, and more). In addition, we will discuss how thinking routines can be used in creative ways in order to provide students with multimodal opportunities to share their thinking and learning. Participants will leave the session with dozens of thinking routines that they can immediately implement into their instruction, regardless of the discipline they teach. 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Virtual Free Creating Energizing Discussion & Reflection Opportunities with Thinking Routines (OLC) on 3/12/2024 Register Now
Student Support Sharpening the Social-Mobility Mission 3/12/2024 External College is commonly seen as a chance to unlock economic opportunities. But does that conventional wisdom hold true? Join higher-education experts in a coming virtual forum on Tuesday, March 12, to explore the connection between college degrees and social mobility. 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Virtual Free Sharpening the Social-Mobility Mission on 3/12/2024 Register Now
Student Support Safe Zone II 3/13/2024 Internal Join us for the second part of our Safe Zone training that prepares faculty, staff to be Safe Zone Allies. We will explore terminology, language, power and privilege, and introduce college student development theory and current research on the experiences of LGBTQ community college students. Participants will also gain in-depth strategies that can be implemented into everyday practice to best serve students and resources that can be used to support them. Participants can expect this session to be highly interactive, working in pairs and small groups, responding to questions and case studies. 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM LMC, Bell Conference Room or Virtual Free Safe Zone II on 3/13/2024 Register Now
Faculty Development Equitable and Authentic Assessments (East Hub) 3/13/2024 External Join us for a transformative professional learning experience designed for educators, administrators, and advocates of holistic learning. In this workshop, we challenge conventional assessment norms and empower you to create assessment practices that prioritize student growth, engagement, and reflection over traditional grades. Dive into the ungrading philosophy and explore authentic assessment strategies, including project-based assessments, peer evaluations, and self-assessment, aimed at providing a more accurate representation of student learning. Learn to foster a feedback-rich environment that cultivates growth mindset and inclusive feedback practices. Discover how assessment can be equitable and inclusive while overcoming challenges and practicalities of implementing ungrading in various educational contexts. Achieving the Dream is excited to join you on this journey to reimagine assessment for the betterment of learners and the advancement of authentic, meaningful education. 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM Virtual Free Equitable and Authentic Assessments (East Hub) on 3/13/2024 Register Now
Leadership Liberate your Leadership 3/13/2024 External Does a job that once brought you joy and purpose sometimes feel like a relentless grind of grueling days and intractable problems? Is the strategy of working longer and harder in times of great stress no longer functional or sustainable? 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Virtual Free Liberate your Leadership on 3/13/2024 Register Now
Student Support Course Scheduling: The Impact on Student Success 3/13/2024 External Student success increasingly is informing the way institutions approach everything, and course scheduling is no exception. Through case studies, a panel discussion and an audience Q and A period, this webcast will examine how institutions are innovating around course scheduling and curriculum planning in an effort to help students succeed across a variety of metrics. 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Virtual Free Course Scheduling: The Impact on Student Success on 3/13/2024 Register Now
Faculty Development Growth Potential: Empowering College Educators through Growth-Oriented Practices (Central Hub) 3/14/2024 External We invite you to a comprehensive presentation addressing the merits of adopting a growth mindset in teaching and learning practices. This session acknowledges the common challenge faced by both new and experienced instructors in recognizing that obstacles present opportunities for improvement. The core idea is to shift from a fixed to a growth mindset, acknowledging intelligence as a malleable and evolving trait. 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Virtual Free Growth Potential: Empowering College Educators through Growth-Oriented Practices (Central Hub) on 3/14/2024 Register Now
Student Support The “Case” for Cultivating Belonging 3/14/2024 External How do we cultivate a sense of belonging that makes students feel welcome, acknowledging and supporting student individualities, especially those who are historically excluded? We will define and challenge our assumptions on inclusivity in the classroom using an interactive case study on the topic of first-generation student belonging. 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Virtual Free The “Case” for Cultivating Belonging on 3/14/2024 Register Now
Faculty Development Postsecondary Pathways | Aligning Higher Education Curriculum with Workforce Needs 3/14/2024 External The rapidly changing dynamic of today’s economy requires education leaders to evaluate current workforce pathways and higher education offerings. As the gap between academic training and workforce requirements continues to widen, the need for alignment has never been more critical. This webinar aims to delve into the complexities of curriculum development in higher education with a focus on meeting the demands of contemporary and future job markets. Join us for an enlightening discussion with a panel of distinguished experts as we explore strategies for curriculum redesign, the role of public policy in shaping educational outcomes, and the ethical considerations that come with such pivotal changes. 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Virtual Free Postsecondary Pathways | Aligning Higher Education Curriculum with Workforce Needs on 3/14/2024 Register Now
Student Support What’s Ahead in Higher Ed: AI, Enrollment & Wellness (IHE) 3/14/2024 External Get a pulse on the current state of higher education as we unveil student, faculty, administrator and trustee insights from the latest Digital Learning Pulse Survey. You can expect an insightful hour that will help you shape the future of learning and student success on your campus. Join us March 14th from 2-3pm ET as Josh Kim, Director of Online Programs and Strategy at Dartmouth College moderates a live conversation with Jeff Seaman, Director of Bay View Analytics and Kim Russell, Vice President of Research at Cengage on topics that include AI in higher ed, enrollment challenges and student wellness. 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Virtual Free What’s Ahead in Higher Ed: AI, Enrollment & Wellness (IHE) on 3/14/2024 Register Now
Skill Development Google Forms Made Easy 3/18/2024 Internal Join Instructional Designer Jaime McLeod to explore the user-friendly features and capabilities of Google Forms. This session will cover survey creation, effortless data collection, and integration with Sheets. Unleash the potential of Google Forms to streamline your information-gathering processes. 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Virtual Free Google Forms Made Easy on 3/18/2024 Register Now
Library 推荐正规买球平台 Academic & Cultural Enrichment Series Presents "The Art of Critical Mapping" 3/20/2024 Internal Learn from Tania Allen, Associaten Professor of Art + Design and Co-Director of Co-Lab: Mapping as Critical Research Tool at North Carolina State University, about the artistic and narrative form of critical mapping. The audience will be introduced to the concept of critical mapping and given the opportunity to create their own maps in a hands-on activity. This 45-minute lecture is followed by a hands-on 45-minute workshop for participants. This event is a unique learning opportunity for school and community audiences. Supplies will be provided. This project was made possible through partnership with Harnett County and funding from the North Carolina Arts Council. 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM HMC, Miriello, Room 135 Free 推荐正规买球平台 Academic & Cultural Enrichment Series Presents "The Art of Critical Mapping" on 3/20/2024 Register Now
Leadership Using Data and Storytelling to Rally Around the Vision 3/20/2024 External Effective leadership that builds a culture of student success entails more than just crafting a compelling college vision; it requires the ability to secure buy-in from stakeholders at all levels. The integration of data-driven insights and the art of storytelling offers a powerful toolkit to achieve this goal. This session is designed to engage change agents at all levels in exploring the skills needed to leverage data and storytelling as strategic tools for garnering support and commitment towards their college vision and build momentum toward achievement of related strategic objectives. 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Virtual Free Using Data and Storytelling to Rally Around the Vision on 3/20/2024 Register Now
Faculty Development Inclusive Online Course Design with Re-Usable Assignments for Faculty and Student Success (Central Hub) 3/21/2024 External Online education has become an integral part of modern learning, and the need for inclusive and effective course design remains critical. This workshop aims to empower educators with the knowledge and tools to create inclusive online courses by incorporating re-usable assignments. For the context of this session, a reusable assignment is considered an instructional task or activity that is designed to be used multiple times across different contexts, courses, or semesters without significant modification. Rather than being tailored to a specific course or topic, reusable assignments are adaptable and can be applied to various learning objectives and disciplines. By their nature, reusable assignments can be easily adapted to accommodate diverse learning styles, preferences, and needs. 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Virtual Free Inclusive Online Course Design with Re-Usable Assignments for Faculty and Student Success (Central Hub) on 3/21/2024 Register Now
AI AI in Higher Ed: Where We Are and Where We Are Going (The University of North Carolina System Learning and Technology) 3/22/2024 External In this session, you’ll receive a review of recent EDUCAUSE research related to the current and future state of AI in higher education. Insights from the inaugural EDUCAUSE AI Landscape Study provide information about how the recent surge in AI technologies is impacting institutions’ strategic planning and strategy, policies and procedures, and the workforce. Looking to the future, data from both this landscape research and recent Horizon Reports will equip you and other members of your institution to create the future you want to see. All of the resources presented in this session are designed to help you make data-informed decisions about AI for learning and work. 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Virtual Free AI in Higher Ed: Where We Are and Where We Are Going (The University of North Carolina System Learning and Technology) on 3/22/2024 Register Now
Student Support Building Peer Relationships to Promote Adult Student Success 3/26/2024 External Discover the secrets of fostering robust peer relationships among students, enhancing instruction, accountability, engagement, and attendance. Delve into the significance of adult student peer connections, equip yourself with practical tools to enrich classroom bonds, and explore innovative lesson strategies to elevate peer interactions. Uncover retention-building activities fueled by dynamic group dynamics, ensuring a vibrant and connected learning environment for all. 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM Virtual Free Building Peer Relationships to Promote Adult Student Success on 3/26/2024 Register Now
Library 推荐正规买球平台 Academic & Cultural Enrichment Series Presents "Creative Visual Journaling: Exploring Family Culinary Traditions" 4/4/2024 Internal This one-hour workshop is an engaging learning opportunity for school and community audiences to connect with their family’s historical and cultural traditions around food. The audience will be given the opportunity to begin planning, designing, and creating their own family cookbooks. Supplies will be provided. This project was made possible through partnership with Harnett County and funding from the North Carolina Arts Council. 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM HMC, Miriello, Room 135 Free 推荐正规买球平台 Academic & Cultural Enrichment Series Presents "Creative Visual Journaling: Exploring Family Culinary Traditions" on 4/4/2024 Register Now
Faculty Development Creating Quality Rubrics 4/4/2024 External Best practices in creating rubrics in the online classroom. Presented by Darrin Evans. 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Virtual Free Creating Quality Rubrics on 4/4/2024 Register Now
Student Support Connecting Students with Curriculum and Continuing Education Opportunities 4/4/2024 Internal Join Lisa Smelser and Amy Gustavson as they discuss advising opportunities for continuing education and curriculum students. Learn how to help transition continuing education students to curriculum programs AND identify continuing education opportunities to help your curriculum advisees reach their goals. 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Virtual Free Connecting Students with Curriculum and Continuing Education Opportunities on 4/4/2024 Register Now
Student Support Advising Transfer Students 4/10/2024 Internal Join Associate Dean Don Miller for an insightful session designed to empower advisors in effectively guiding transfer students on their academic journey. Delve into key strategies and best practices tailored to the unique needs of transfer students. Gain valuable insights into leveraging Baccalaureate Degree Plans as a powerful tool for personalized advising, ensuring a seamless transition and fostering academic success. 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Virtual Free Advising Transfer Students on 4/10/2024 Register Now
AI AI Horizons: Transforming Adult Learning and Workforce Development in the Digital Age 4/11/2024 External Gen AI and machine learning are reshaping the world of work. It is predicted that over the next five years, new career paths will emerge, many existing paths will be reshaped, and some will end because of AI adoption and innovation. This panel will offer suggestions to moving such a dialogue forward as we all work to better serve all of our students in this rapidly evolving technological landscape. 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Virtual Free AI Horizons: Transforming Adult Learning and Workforce Development in the Digital Age on 4/11/2024 Register Now
Student Support Strategies for Tracking Post-Completion Outcomes (ATD) 4/23/2024 External The student success agenda continues to expand the scope of data it seeks to collect, moving beyond access and completion metrics to include post-completion data as well. Community colleges are embracing their role in providing economic/social mobility and return on education for their students. Yet transforming commitment into action can be challenging, as post-completion data are not as easily available as student- and course-level metrics. 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Virtual Free Strategies for Tracking Post-Completion Outcomes (ATD) on 4/23/2024 Register Now
Faculty Development Alternative Grading: Equitable Grading and Ecosystems for More Caring Communities 5/9/2024 External Kevin Lin, Assistant Teaching Professor at the Paul G. Allen School of Computer Science and Engineering, will discuss how instructors can use alternative grading approaches to develop more equitable, effective learning environments. Participants will leave this session with an understanding of how alternative grading methods can help meet students’ immediate needs and long-term goals. (Use your 推荐正规买球平台 Google account when you sign up) 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Virtual Free Alternative Grading: Equitable Grading and Ecosystems for More Caring Communities on 5/9/2024 Register Now
Safety Asbestos Awareness 5/28/2024 External This session will cover what asbestos is and where it is found. David will discuss the types of asbestos, how to protect from exposure and the removal of asbestos from buildings and other potential asbestos containing materials. He will include health effects of exposure and regulations regarding asbestos. 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Virtual Free Asbestos Awareness on 5/28/2024 Register Now
Safety Groundskeeper Safety 5/28/2024 External This session will cover basic training on preventing employee injuries while doing groundskeeping tasks and using landscaping equipment. 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Groundskeeper Safety on 5/28/2024 Register Now
Accessibility Accessibility in the Classroom! Ongoing Internal Anytime Online Free Email Amanda Carter at abcarter@litpliant.net to register.
Various National Humanities Center Free Webinars Various External Various Online Free National Humanities Center Free Webinars on Various Register Now
Teaching and Learning Adjunct Faculty Roadmap Ongoing External The Adjunct Faculty Roadmap, provided by NC-NET, provides collection of resources on topics important to teaching at the college level. "A Week at a Glance" is a great place to start. You'll find other sections on "Creating a Syllabus," "A Successful First Day," "Knowing Your Students," "Classroom Management," "Active Learning Strategies," and "Fair Assessment Practices." Each section contains a description of the topic and helpful links with examples and strategies, expert advice, articles, and supporting evidence. Anytime Online Free http://www.nc-net.info/adjunct-faculty-roadmap/
Teaching and Learning NC-NET Academy Various External The NC-NET Academy offers facilitator-led online courses delivered via Moodle. Enrollment is open to part-time or full-time community college faculty members in North Carolina. The rationale behind the Academy is that educational ideas cannot simply be presented; they need to be thought about, talked over, and experienced. Academy courses weave together readings, activities, and discussions for participants to construct new understandings in the context of their own situations. Weekly threaded discussions play an essential role in encouraging participants to reflect on the readings, share stories from their lives (and their classrooms), pose questions to the group, and express their reactions. The courses provide an opportunity for faculty from across the state to network with and learn from each other. Various Various Free NC-NET Academy on Various Register Now

On-Demand Training

All on-demand training and recorded PD sessions are available on the Blackboard Professional Development Organization.

Available Resources

Professional Development Blackboard

We are dedicated to providing a variety of resources for our faculty and staff to continue their development. In the Employee Onboarding and Development organization within Blackboard, you will find recorded workshops, PowerPoint presentations, and much more to enhance your professional development and lifelong learning.

To access the Employee Onboarding and Development organization in Blackboard, login to Blackboard. Next, select Professional Development under the "My Organizations". Once in the course, select “Recorded PD Sessions” in the course menu. Sessions are organized by semester.

Need access? Contact Distance Education at (919) 718-7529 or de@litpliant.net.

Blackboard Level I
4 professional development hours
This training is designed to give you an introduction to the basic components of Blackboard, 推荐正规买球平台's online course management system. This training will provide you with step-by-step tutorials and exercises to prepare you for creating a supplement course to use as a resource for your seated classes.
Blackboard Level II
6 professional development hours
This training is designed to acquaint you with the fundamentals of using Blackboard, 推荐正规买球平台's online course management system. This training expands on the knowledge already gained in Blackboard Level I training. This training provides you with step-by-step tutorials and exercises to prepare you for developing and teaching your first online course and becoming Blackboard Proficient.
Library Higher Ed Resources

Your 推荐正规买球平台 Library offers access to a world of resources to support your professional development! Find books about teaching and learning, leadership, academia, and more, or search for new research in your field using our databases. Go to: Faculty & Staff Professional Development

McLaughlin Young Group

Take advantage of our valuable on-demand Skill Builder trainings through our EAP provider. Select the Work-Life login and then under Centers on the right, scroll down and click Skill Builder. See the attached document for more information and topics.

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