You’re Invited: 2019-2020 Learning Communities
A Learning Community (LC) is a group of faculty, staff, and other interested individuals who get together to investigate a question or pursue a topic of interest. They provide an opportunity for professional learning as well as a sense of community. NMC is among many...
Beginnings
Last week, my daughter pulled out of our driveway, taking herself off to her junior year in college. This Thursday, we drive my son to his freshman year. And then on Monday, NMC's halls fill with all those new and returning Hawk Owls. I feel like I am in a huge swirl...
Important Reminders About the New Online Learning Orientation (OLO)
What is OLO? Beginning with the 2019 Fall semester, students taking an online class at NMC for the first time and students who have not completed an online course at NMC with a 2.0 grade or better will be required to complete an Online Learning Orientation (OLO)...
Fall Updates from Ed Tech
The nights are getting cooler and the days shorter, which can only mean one thing: fall semester is nearly here! As you prepare for a new year of instruction, here are a few important things your friendly neighborhood Education Technology Department has been working...
Fall Moodle Dates to Remember
As summer winds down, Moodle winds up! Below you’ll find important Moodle dates to remember: Wednesday, August 14th — Moodle updated from version 3.5 to 3.6: More information will be sent out soon, but expect Moodle to be unavailable for around 24-hours during the...
Upcoming Moodle Dates
Keep the following Moodle-related dates in mind as we rapidly approach the start of the summer term: Monday, May 6th — Students populated in Summer 2019 (1903) courses. You’ll be able to see student lists in Moodle on this day. Students will not be able to see courses...
Experiential Learning Institute This Summer!
With the formal announcement of the Experiential Learning Institute, teams are underway to create the capacities and supports necessary to help you explore using experiential learning in your classrooms and offices. This summer will be an important time for...
Sign Up for Crucial Accountability Training
Sign up here for Crucial Accountability TrainingWant to build and grow healthy relationships with colleagues? Want to see experiential learning in action? Want to learn how to have those difficult conversations and manage conflict in a way that solves problems while...
2019 NMC Reads Books
Announcing the 2019 NMC Reads Books CIE and PDI have chosen two options for this year’s NMC Reads program. Books will be available at the Advisor Luncheon on May 7 or by contacting Kristen Salathiel or Alice Sluss after that date. Although of course you’ll want to...
Appy Hour Selections
The final Friday Forum of the year involved sharing our favorite apps we use both inside the classroom and outside of the classroom. App IconApp NameApp DescriptionZoom Stay connected wherever you go – start or join a 100-person meeting with crystal-clear,...