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🌟 It’s here - the brand-new #YourCDN website! 🌟

Sharpen your skills. Spark insights. Stay ahead. ✨

Discover events, CPD, LearnOnline, networks, research & college showcases - all in one place.

Step into the world of #YourCDN 🌍
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🎉 Countdown is on! Just over a week until the CDN College Awards!!!

The #CollegeAwards shine a spotlight on the creativity, skills & achievements of colleges, staff & learners across Scotland.✨

Explore the interactive Shortlist Summary Booklet ⬇️
cdn.ac.uk/college-awards-2025/
November 26, 2025 at 2:11 PM
Stepping up to the next level

A year on from our 1st STEP Discovery Day with @QAAtweets, the programme is gathering pace.

Last week’s event brought students & colleagues together to drive forward work on Supporting Diverse Learner Journeys.

Read news 👉 bit.ly/4oX4ruN
Stepping up to the next level - College Development Network
It’s nearly a year since students and colleagues from Scotland’s colleges, universities and sector agencies first came together at the University of Stirling for our inaugural STEP Discovery Day. Laun...
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November 26, 2025 at 11:09 AM
📣 New blog post: Exploring the Manosphere Reflections from CDN’s Event

CDN's Gail Toms shares key insights from our 11 Nov event. With 80+ delegates and powerful contributions, it’s a must-read for anyone working in student wellbeing, equality or prevention.

👉 bit.ly/4rzy1Z8
‘Exploring the Manosphere’: Reflections from CDN’s Event - College Development Network
In this blog, Dr Gail Toms, CDN’s Delivery and Engagement Partner shares reflections from our recent event on the manosphere. It explores how this online culture is shaping learner attitudes and what ...
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November 25, 2025 at 11:47 AM
New in CDN's Tertiary Self-Evaluation Toolkit (TSET): Voices from the Voyage ⛴️🗺️

Hear directly from early users on how CDN’s free Toolkit is supporting stronger self-evaluation and improvement across Scotland’s colleges.

Explore it on CDN LearnOnline: bit.ly/4osxAx3
November 21, 2025 at 11:13 AM
🎉 Only two weeks to go until #CollegeAwards — and we can’t wait!

Celebrating the brilliant talent, skills and achievements of Scotland’s colleges, their staff and learners.

Winners revealed Thu 4 Dec — it’s set to be a fantastic night! ⭐#CollegeAwards

www.cdn.ac.uk/college-awards-2025/
November 20, 2025 at 12:26 PM
STEP 5 is happening today!

The STEP Network meets at @fifecollege for the first session of 2025–26, where project teams will share progress, collaborate, and shape what’s next.

Collaboration in action across Scotland’s tertiary sector.

Discover STEP: www.step.ac.uk
November 18, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Kick-start your college teaching career with Teaching in Colleges Today (TiCT) on CDN LearnOnline ✨

TiCT offers two SCQF units to help new and recently appointed lecturers build the core skills that underpin Scotland’s Professional Standards.

🔗Explore bit.ly/49gsUX

#YourCDN
November 14, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Boost your leadership impact with CDN’s Coaching Skills for Managers Programme✨

For current and aspiring managers, this dynamic programme blends pre-course reflection, two immersive workshops and real-world coaching practice to elevate your leadership.

Discover more 👉 bit.ly/3JODCd2
Coaching Skills for Managers - College Development Network
Designed for managers at all levels, this programme helps participants adopt a coaching approach to leading and managing teams and individuals.
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November 14, 2025 at 9:48 AM
⏰ Applications closing tomorrow at 5pm!

Join our amazing team as a Delivery and Engagement Partner and help drive collaboration and innovation across Scotland’s college sector.

Find out more and apply:

bit.ly/4hY6o7n
Join Our Team: Delivery and Engagement Partner Opportunity - College Development Network
College Development Network (CDN) is excited to announce a new opportunity to join our team as a Delivery and Engagement Partner and help drive positive change across Scotland’s college sector. As the...
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November 13, 2025 at 10:11 AM
✨ This is #YourCDN — your chance to Spark Insights ✨

Grow through:

• Strategic Networks & CoPs
• Insights and Innovations
• Research & Reports
#EqualityDigest
• Key sector publications

Connect, learn, and lead in Scotland’s college sector 🙌

👉cdn.ac.uk
November 12, 2025 at 2:45 PM
🎧 Postdigital Pedagogies & Experimental Research with Dr James Lamb

Join CDN online next Wednesday & explore how digital technology shapes where and how learning happens.

🎨 Expect creative methods - from playlists to walking ethnographies!

📩 To join email [email protected]
November 12, 2025 at 10:37 AM
The November issue of #EqualityMatters is out now!

Focus: Supporting Mental Health & Neurodiversity

Includes resources on trauma-informed practice, ADHD & autism support, and inclusive classroom strategies.

👉 Read here: bit.ly/4oTstpZ

#Neurodiversity #MentalHealth #YourCDN
November 7, 2025 at 3:12 PM
Last chance to book!

Exploring the Manosphere: Online Masculinities in Tertiary Education

🗓️ Tue 11 Nov | Online

Join key speakers and organisations for an interactive session on masculinity, wellbeing & equality.

Find out more & register: bit.ly/3LxF9V8
November 7, 2025 at 10:03 AM
🎧 Postdigital Pedagogies & Experimental Research with Dr James Lamb

Join CDN online 19 Nov for a 1-hour session on how digital tech shapes where & how learning happens

🎨 Expect creative methods – from playlists to walking ethnographies!

📩To join email: [email protected]

📹Hear from James below
November 6, 2025 at 9:54 AM
📢 Join our team!

We’re looking for a Delivery and Engagement Partner to help drive collaboration and innovation across Scotland’s college sector.

If you’re passionate about colleges, we’d love to hear from you.

🕔 Apply by 5pm, 14 November
👉 Find out more:

bit.ly/47YwbsL
Join Our Team: Delivery and Engagement Partner Opportunity - College Development Network
College Development Network (CDN) is excited to announce a new opportunity to join our team as a Delivery and Engagement Partner and help drive positive change across Scotland’s college sector. As the...
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November 5, 2025 at 2:40 PM
The CDN #CollegeAwards 2025 are proudly supported by our Title Sponsor, @sqanews.bsky.social 🎉

As Scotland marks 100 years of Higher National qualifications, SQA reflects on a century of innovation, collaboration and impact.

Read their latest blog post 👇

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100 Years of Higher National qualifications in Scotland - College Development Network
The CDN College Awards 2025 are proudly supported by Title Sponsor SQA. As Scotland marks 100 years of Higher National qualifications, SQA reflects on a century of innovation, collaboration and impact...
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November 5, 2025 at 9:38 AM
#CollegeAwards 2025 – 1 MONTH TO GO!✨

Scotland’s college sector is ready to shine 🌟
199 submissions. Incredible talent. Innovation. Excellence. All under one roof! 🏆

Proudly delivered by CDN & supported by Title Sponsor SQA.

📅 Don’t miss it 👉 cdn.ac.uk/college-awards-2025
November 4, 2025 at 12:59 PM
🚀 STEP launches new collaborative projects for 2025!

Colleges, universities, student associations & sector bodies are coming together to drive innovation and enhance learner experiences across Scotland’s tertiary sector.

Delivered by CDN & QAA

👉 Learn more: bit.ly/47qbgi8
#STEP #TertiaryEducation
STEP launches new projects for 2025 - College Development Network
Scotland’s Tertiary Enhancement Programme (STEP) has launched a set of new collaborative projects for 2025, bringing together colleges, universities, student associations and sector bodies to tackle s...
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November 4, 2025 at 11:34 AM
🚨 Exploring the Manosphere: Online Masculinities in Tertiary Education 🚨

🗓️ Tuesday 11 Nov | 11:00–13:00 | Online

Join colleagues across Scotland’s colleges to explore how online spaces shape masculinity & impact gender equality, student wellbeing & violence prevention.

🔗 Register: bit.ly/42HPOTb
November 3, 2025 at 12:07 PM
🗞️ The #YourCDN October Update is here!

This month we’re shining a spotlight on:
✨ Our brand-new website
🎥 The #YourCDN campaign
💼 New career opportunities
🎓 Fresh CPD, resources & events

There’s so much to explore - dive in 👇
🔗 bit.ly/4oMaemv
October 31, 2025 at 12:46 PM
CDN’s Researcher Development Programme (RDP) is back!

The Ripple Effect showcases colleagues across the sector sharing research, curiosities, and connections. Today’s session: What we did, what we’ve found with UHI Inverness researchers.

Discover more: bit.ly/4qxif0h
October 29, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Ready to take the next step? 💫

CDN supports every college, every staff member, every step of the way.

Sharpen your skills with events, CPD & LearnOnline courses on demand.

Discover #YourCDN today: www.cdn.ac.uk
October 29, 2025 at 9:53 AM
Join Our Team at CDN! 🤩

We’re hiring a Delivery & Engagement Partner to lead projects, design workshops & inspire Scotland’s college sector.

Be part of a forward-thinking team driving impact! 💡

Apply by 14 Nov ➡️ bit.ly/4qE1rVx
Join Our Team: Delivery and Engagement Partner Opportunity - College Development Network
College Development Network (CDN) is excited to announce a new opportunity to join our team as a Delivery and Engagement Partner and help drive positive change across Scotland’s college sector. As the...
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October 28, 2025 at 3:33 PM
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Delivery & Engagement Partner @coldevnet.bsky.social - lead on impactful projects that drive enhancement and positive change across the college sector.

🕘Full time
💵£52,108
📌Stirling/Hybrid

More info: tinyurl.com/bp8sth85
#Learning #Facilitation #Engagement
Delivery and Engagement Partner with College Development Network – Goodmoves
About UsCollege Development Network (CDN) is the national enhancement agency for Scotland’s college sector. We work in partnership with Scotland’s colleges to develop their people...
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October 27, 2025 at 3:13 PM
This is #YourCDN — supporting every college, every staff member, every step of the way💪

💻 With CDN LearnOnline, your professional growth is always within reach.

Flexible, on-demand CPD packed with courses, toolkits, and resources to help you thrive.

🔗https://bit.ly/4o5zK6b
October 17, 2025 at 9:49 AM