Welcome to IgniteND 2024
We are excited for all the great workshops and activities scheduled at this year’s IgniteND conference!
The conference is taking place at the NECE (National Energy Center of Excellence) at Bismarck State College June 4-6, 2024.
For registration, vendor sponsorships, event schedule, and more please visit the IgniteND 2024 website.
At IgniteND 2024:
Goosechase at IgniteND 2024:
Get to know IgniteND’s vendors, sponsors, and speakers with Goosechase! Download the Goosechase app for iOS or Android on your mobile device and get ready to learn and earn points to win prizes!
Massages at IgniteND 2024:
Chair massages will be available again at IgniteND. Information will be provided at the conference to sign up and relax!
Need Help?
NDIT EduTech will have a booth at the conference and the NDIT Help Desk will be available to assist with technical issues.
Professional Development
Exit Surveys
ALL professional development surveys must be submitted by JULY 12, 2024, to earn credit.
Day 1, Tuesday, June 4 link to Exit Survey (live at 6:00pm CT on 6/4/24)
Day 2, Wednesday, June 5 link to Exit Survey (live at 4:00pm CT on 6/5/24)
Day 3, Thursday, June 6 link to Exit Survey (live at 3:00pm CT on 6/6/24)
Post-Conference Reflections and AI for Educators task (live at 3:00pm CT on 6/6/24)
PD FAQs:
1. How many hours are available for PD credit?
As an In-Person or Virtual participant, you will have the chance to earn 33 hours toward PD credit, which can be used toward the ND DPI Computer Science and Cybersecurity Credential.
2. How much will it cost for the PD credit and which university will it come from?
$75.00 per credit through NDSU (EduTech PD Credit webpage). 15 hours = 1 credit.
3. Am I able to attend in-person or virtually?
Yes. See the IgniteND 2024 website for details on how you can attend virtually.
4. What do I need to earn all available hours?
To earn all 33 hours toward PD credit, In-Person participants must:
- attend every session, including the opening, closing, and networking time.
- attend the evening event on Tuesday.
- complete the exit surveys for days 1, 2, and 3.
- complete the Post-Conference Reflections and AI for Educators task exit survey.
To earn a total of 33 hours toward PD credit, Virtual participants must:
- watch every session that is available, including opening and closing events.
- watch the evening event on Tuesday.
- complete the exit surveys for days 1, 2, and 3.
- complete the Post-Conference Reflections and AI for Educators task exit survey.
- complete Microsoft Learn hours to fulfill the remaining hours necessary to equal 33 hours.
NOTE: Only the main stage content in the Bavendick Stateroom is available for virtual viewing.
5. What if I am not able to attend the full conference, can I still earn PD hours?
Yes. You must complete the exit survey for the day(s) you attended. If you have further questions on this, contact BSC Continuing Education at bsc.training@bismarckstate.edu
6. How do I submit my exit survey for PD hours toward credit?
A link for the exit survey will be provided at the end of each day. Once you have completed the survey form, select submit.
7. If I do not fill out the exit survey, am I still allowed to earn PD credit hours?
No. Exit survey submissions are required to earn PD credit.
8. Where do I check my eligible PD hours from the IgniteND conference?
Visit EduTech Training Dashboard. This requires K12 credentials. If you do not have access to your K12 credentials, please contact your school district technology administrator first and if you need further assistance, reach out to help@k12.nd.us.
9. How do I begin the process of registering for my PD credit?
Visit the EduTech PD Credit webpage and select BEGIN REGISTRATION at the bottom of the page.
10. Who should I contact if I have questions regarding my PD credit hours?
Please email the EduTech Help Desk at help@k12.nd.us.