UND Instructional Design and Technology

A meaningful experience representing the UND Instructional Design & Technology program at IgniteND 2026 at Valley City State University. At our program information table, we connected with K-12 educators, administrators, technology coordinators, and other stakeholders from across North Dakota and shared opportunities available through our graduate degree and certificate programs.

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UND College of Education and Human Development

UND Instructional Design & Technology at IgniteND 2026

Dr. Woei Hung presented his research at the IgniteND 2026 Conference at Valley City State University, where K-12 educators, administrators, and technology coordinators gathered to explore emerging ideas and practices in teaching and learning.

His presentation focused on machine learning and its relevance for education, helping participants think critically about how emerging technologies can be understood and applied in meaningful ways. The session connected research, instructional design, and educational technology to the practical needs of today’s educators.

We are proud to see UND IDT represented at IgniteND 2026 and contributing to timely conversations about technology, learning, and the future of education.



University of North Dakota

UND College of Education and Human Development

UND Instructional Design & Technology at IgniteND 2026

On June 3, Dr. Tugba Boz presented her session at the IgniteND 2026 Conference at Valley City State University, engaging K-12 teachers, administrators, and technology coordinators.

Her presentation focused on why AI literacy should be taught before students and educators use AI, with an emphasis on responsible and thoughtful AI use in K-12 classrooms. Dr. Boz introduced key areas of AI understanding, including perception, representation and reasoning, learning, natural interaction, and societal impact.

The session included interactive activities where participants worked in groups to identify what counts as AI and explored classroom-friendly tools and platforms, including Quick, Draw! Dr. Boz concluded the session with an activity focused on how educators can address students’ misconceptions about AI.

We are proud to see UND IDT contributing to important conversations about AI literacy, responsible technology use, and K-12 teaching and learning.

Reminder | Guest Speaker Session Today

Please join us today for an IDT 500 guest session with Ai-Dung Taylor.

Instructional Designer, Clever Devices
Chief Cultivator, Mind Grove, Inc.

Talk: Leading Instructional Design in Corporate Training: Building Teams, Systems, and Impact

Ms. Taylor will share insights on leading instructional design teams, aligning learning strategy with organizational needs, managing workflows, building effective systems, and supporting high-quality learning development at scale.

Date: Today, June 4
Time: 4:00 PM Central Time
Location: Zoom

This talk is open to anyone interested in the topic. Please react to this post if you would like to attend, and we will send you the Zoom link.

The UND Instructional Design & Technology program is glad to be at the Conference in Valley City State University.

This two-day conference focuses on K-12 educators and provides a great opportunity to connect, share ideas, and discuss meaningful approaches to teaching and learning.

We are proud that Dr. Woei Hung and Dr. Tugba Boz are presenting their research at the conference. Our IDT program is also connecting with participants at our program information table, where we are sharing details about our graduate degree and certificate programs.

We look forward to connecting with educators and sharing how instructional design and technology can support learning across educational settings.

Guest Speaker Session | IDT 500

We are pleased to welcome Ai-Dung Taylor.

Instructional Designer, Clever Devices
Chief Cultivator, Mind Grove, Inc.

Talk: Leading Instructional Design in Corporate Training: Building Teams, Systems, and Impact

Ms. Taylor will share insights on leading instructional design teams, aligning learning strategy with organizational needs, managing workflows, building effective systems, and supporting high-quality learning development at scale.

Date: June 4
Time: 4:00 PM Central Time
Location: Zoom

This talk is open to anyone interested in the topic. Please react or comment to this post if you would like to attend, and we will send you the Zoom link.

Reminder | Guest Speaker Session Today

Please join us today for an IDT 500 guest session with Dr. Kimberly Farnsworth.

Director/Consultant, Farnsworth Learning Systems
Research Scholar, Friday Institute for Educational Innovation, NC State University

Talk: Freelance Instructional Design: Making a Living Doing ID

Dr. Farnsworth will share insights on instructional design careers, freelancing, consulting, and building an ID consulting firm.

Date: Today, May 28
Time: 4:00 PM Central Time
Location: Zoom

This talk is open to anyone interested in the topic. Please react to this post if you would like to attend, and we will send you the Zoom link.

Guest Speaker Session | IDT 500

We are pleased to welcome Dr. Kimberly Farnsworth.

Director/Consultant, Farnsworth Learning Systems
Research Scholar, Friday Institute for Educational Innovation, NC State University.

Talk: Freelance Instructional Design: Making a Living Doing ID

Dr. Farnsworth will share insights on instructional design careers, freelancing, consulting, and building an ID consulting firm.

Date: May 28
Time: 4:00 PM Central Time
Location: Zoom

This talk is open to anyone interested in the topic. Please react or comment to this post if you would like to attend, and we will send you the Zoom link.

Congratulations, Dr. Lawrence Smith and Dr. Alena Makarava Mullenger!
The UND Instructional Design & Technology program is proud to celebrate two of our graduates, Dr. Lawrence and Dr. Alena, on this wonderful achievement.
Your dedication, perseverance, and scholarly growth represent the very best of our IDT community. We are excited to see the continued impact you will make in education, research, and professional practice.
Please join us in congratulating Dr. Lawrence and Dr. Alena on this important milestone!
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UND College of Education and Human Development