NODA is excited to partner with Innovative Educators (IE) to expand professional development opportunities for NODA members in 2026. Through this collaboration, all NODA members now have complimentary access to 36 on-demand webinars, offering flexible learning designed to support professionals at every career stage.
These on-demand webinars were carefully selected by NODA member volunteers serving on the Educational Initiatives Committee, ensuring the content aligns with the real needs, challenges, and priorities of our members. The curated webinar topics include:
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AI and technology for student success and operational efficiency
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Orientation, onboarding, and first-year experience programs
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Leadership development and team management
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Student retention, persistence, and equity
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Student support, mental health, and wellbeing
Join NODA and Innovative Educators for a collaborative 30-minute webinar highlighting this partnership and showcasing how these on-demand learning opportunities, alongside NODA’s broader professional development offerings, can support individual growth, staff development, and program success.
Whether you are new to the field or a seasoned leader, this webinar will help you better understand how NODA’s professional development offerings support your work and how IE resources can complement your campus efforts.
Innovative Educators partners with higher education institutions to provide comprehensive online services for students, faculty, staff, and families. Their expertise in student services, academic affairs, and online learning aligns seamlessly with NODA’s mission to support institutions and professionals in helping students thrive.
Not yet a NODA member?
This session offers a clear look at the value of membership and the resources available to support you, your team, and your institution.
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Participants will be able to:
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Describe NODA’s professional development offerings for 2026 and how they support orientation, transition, and retention professionals
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Identify ways to leverage the 36 complimentary Innovative Educators on-demand webinars for staff development and program improvement
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Recognize how the NODA and Innovative Educators partnership expands NODA members’ access to professional development that supports OTR professionals
Participants will also receive an overview of how to access the on-demand webinars through NODA Connect, including how NODA members are integrating these resources into staff training and professional development plans with no additional cost or separate login required.
PRESENTER(S):
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Lisa Dela Cruz, NODA Director of Education
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Jo Turcotte, NODA Director of Membership and Operations
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Melissa Durant, Director of Webinar Coordination and Facilitation, Innovative Educators
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
This webinar is free to attend.