Is Your Classroom Woke?

INNOVATION ABSTRACTS

In the latest Innovation Abstracts, "Is Your Classroom Woke?" Jo Anne Bonomi, Assistant Professor, Laurel Business Technical Institute, explores the evolution of the term woke from its historical roots to its contemporary implications in education. This article highlights the importance of woke pedagogy, encouraging teachers and students to use lived experiences as tools for critical thinking, social change, and progress, while addressing misconceptions and reclaiming the term woke in its original context.

WEBINARS

NEW! Communities of Practice: Creating Community and Shared Learning to Support Student Success

Thursday, January 23, 2025 | 1:00-2:00 p.m. Central | Sign Up

Facilitator: Kris Tolman, Manager of Education Programming at NISOD

Discover how Communities of Practice (CoPs) empower faculty, staff, and administrators to foster collaboration, share strategies, and support student success. Learn how CoPs enhance engagement, retention, and learning outcomes...and be among the first to hear about a new program NISOD is launching in 2025!

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Be a Catalyst for Change: Share Your Expertise at #NISOD2025

The call for presentations for our annual conference is now open! Whether you’re a first-time presenter or a seasoned contributor, we encourage you to seize this opportunity to share your expertise with a community of peers dedicated to advancing educational excellence. The deadline to submit your proposal is February 21, 2025.

NISOD's International Conference on Teaching and Leadership Excellence, May 24-27, 2025, in Austin, Texas, offers an engaging and inspiring platform for community and technical college faculty, staff, and administrators of all experience levels to exchange practical insights and effective practices that enhance college teaching and learning. We hope to see you at #NISOD2025 in May! Registration opens in early January 2025.

Ready to submit your proposal? Click here for more information.

STUDENT CONTESTS

Showcase Student Talent Through Our Contests!

Encourage your students* to showcase their creativity and share their stories through NISOD's Student Contests! These contests offer a unique opportunity for students to reflect on their academic journey, celebrate the support they've received, and demonstrate their talents, all while competing for $1,000 and other exciting prizes.

Learn more about the contest requirements and download a flyer to share with your students for the Student Essay Contest and the Student Graphic Design Contest.

The deadline to participate is March 7, 2025.

*Only students at NISOD member colleges are eligible to participate.

You can view the past winning entries of the Student Essay Contest and Student Graphic Design Contest for inspiration. Good luck to everyone submitting their essays and artwork!

IN THE HEADLINES

Improving Outcomes for Liberal Arts Community College Students

A new initiative from Jobs for the Future includes career development in humanities and liberal arts coursework at three community colleges to aid graduates' career outcomes.

Strengthening Community Colleges in Place-Based Innovation Ecosystems

The CHIPS and Science Act is creating new opportunities for community college partnerships to support place-based economic development and regional innovation ecosystems.

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