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CDN @coldevnet.bsky.social · 1h

We’re thrilled to launch the Elevate LT Programme with 20 colleges on board! 🤩

We've kicked things off with the first 3 TeachingHOW2s training sessions - helping staff get familiar with the platform and how it enhances learning & teaching🌟

Learn more: bit.ly/4obz5zM

CDN @coldevnet.bsky.social · 5h

🌟 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 🌍
👉 www.cdn.ac.uk

CDN @coldevnet.bsky.social · 6d

Because it’s all about you – your learning, your growth, your college community!🎓✨

We’ve been cooking something behind the scenes… and it’s nearly ready to drop! 👀

📢 Stay tuned & get ready to explore #YourCDN!

Watch this space.... www.cdn.ac.uk

CDN @coldevnet.bsky.social · 7d

New to working in Scotland’s college sector – or refreshing your knowledge?🌟

Try Understanding Colleges Today — a free online course on CDN LearnOnline!

👉 Interactive, engaging, confidence-building.

Start your journey: bit.ly/46K1G8c

🎥 Watch CDN's Jo Turbitt’s 60s intro👇

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CDN @coldevnet.bsky.social · 8d

CDN & QAA welcome Emma MacIsaac, President of @nescollege.bsky.social College Students’ Association, as the new College Student Topic Lead for STEP 👏

She’ll champion student voices & drive positive change across Scotland’s tertiary education.

Read more👉 bit.ly/48HTBDy

#STEPBeyond

Emma MacIsaac Appointed as College Student Topic Lead for STEP - College Development Network

CDN and QAA are thrilled to announce that Emma MacIsaac, President of North East Scotland College Students’ Association, has been appointed as the new…

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CDN @coldevnet.bsky.social · 9d

Your September CDN Update is here! 🗞️

Action-packed with:

🏆 #CollegeAwards 2025 shortlist
💻 #CDNLearnOnline resources
🎓 Leadership programmes
🗓️ Events & opportunities
👀 #YourCDN + new website!

Dive in: conta.cc/47WrOz7

CDN @coldevnet.bsky.social · 13d

✍️ Write On! – Stirling Edition

🗓️ Fri 30 Jan 2026 | 09:30–15:30
📍 Jisc Innovation Hub, Uni of Stirling

Step out of the everyday + into an inspiring writing space for college staff.

Come ready to write. Leave with momentum.

👉 Register: bit.ly/3W9qSQx

Write On! - Stirling Edition

Pack up your notebook, your favourite pen, your laptop and that project you’ve been meaning to finish... Write On! is back

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CDN @coldevnet.bsky.social · 15d

📢 Deadline extended! Proposals for the CAIRN Journal now due 30 Sept. We’ve already received incredible content for Issue 4 (launching November)!

CDN proudly hosts CAIRN, the voice of Scottish college scholarship.

Read past issues and submit:
www.cdn.ac.uk/cairn-journal/

#CAIRNJournal

CDN @coldevnet.bsky.social · 15d

📢 Exploring the Manosphere: Understanding Online Masculinities and Their Impact on Tertiary Education

Join CDN, supported by West College Scotland,and partners to explore how the manosphere shapes masculinity, gender equality and wellbeing.

🔗 Register: bit.ly/46DPmX3

CDN @coldevnet.bsky.social · 20d

Lead with Confidence – Start Your Next Chapter Today

We’re launching the Executive Leadership Series: 10 workshops for senior & aspiring leaders to sharpen impact, build networks & navigate today’s challenges.

🧑‍🤝‍🧑Spaces limited!

👉 Applications open now: bit.ly/42tUo7e

Executive Leadership Series - College Development Network

Elevate Your Leadership — Apply Now for the CDN Executive Leadership Series 2025–26 Apply here today 📅 Launching October 2025 | 📍 10 face-to-face…

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Scottish Funding Council @scotfundcouncil.bsky.social · 22d

Really important toolkit from @coldevnet.bsky.social for Scotland's institutions👇

CDN @coldevnet.bsky.social · 22d

🎉 Big news! We’ve launched the Tertiary Self-Evaluation Toolkit (TSET) – your new go-to guide for shaping Self-Evaluation & Action Plans.

Think case studies, podcasts, & practical tips 💡
Start exploring on CDN LearnOnline 👇

bit.ly/4mpAktY

#TQEF #Enhancement

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CDN @coldevnet.bsky.social · 22d

🎉 Big news! We’ve launched the Tertiary Self-Evaluation Toolkit (TSET) – your new go-to guide for shaping Self-Evaluation & Action Plans.

Think case studies, podcasts, & practical tips 💡
Start exploring on CDN LearnOnline 👇

bit.ly/4mpAktY

#TQEF #Enhancement

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CDN @coldevnet.bsky.social · 28d

✨ Something new is coming...

A fresh look.
A smarter space.
A better way to connect, learn, and grow.

This is #YourCDN – and it’s almost here.

👀 Stay tuned.
www.cdn.ac.uk

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CDN @coldevnet.bsky.social · 29d

🚨 Applications are open - CDN’s new Executive Leadership Series is here!

10 in-person workshops for aspiring & current senior leaders in education.

Sharpen your skills, expand your network & lead with confidence.

📅 Oct 2025 – Jun 2026

👉 Apply now: bit.ly/41NiQ3c

Executive Leadership Series - College Development Network

Elevate Your Leadership — Apply Now for the CDN Executive Leadership Series 2025–26 Apply here today 📅 Launching October 2025 | 📍 10 face-to-face…

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CDN @coldevnet.bsky.social · Sep 9

🚨 New event: Exploring the Manosphere 🌐

📅 Tues 11 Nov | Online

🔎 Join Alan Bissett, White Ribbon Scotland, Zero Tolerance & Prevent Scotland to explore the manosphere and its impact on tertiary education.

👉 Sign up: bit.ly/4goFvsM

CDN @coldevnet.bsky.social · Sep 5

📢 We’re thrilled to share that Issue 4 of the CAIRN Journal launches this Nov!

The submissions have been amazing - and we’re extending the deadline to 30 Sept so more colleagues can contribute.🙌

🤩Find out how to submit & explore past Issues for inspiration: cdn.ac.uk/cairn-journal/

CDN @coldevnet.bsky.social · Sep 4

🎉 The CDN College Awards 2025 shortlist is here!

With a record-breaking 199 entries, this year’s awards showcase the innovation, creativity, and impact of Scotland’s colleges.

We’re also so proud to welcome @sqanews.bsky.social as our Title Sponsor.

Read blog post bit.ly/4n9ZVrn

Celebrating Excellence: Announcing the CDN College Awards 2025 Shortlist and SQA Partnership - College Development Network

We are delighted to unveil the shortlist for the CDN College Awards 2025, set to be our greatest and most exciting celebration yet! With…

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CDN @coldevnet.bsky.social · Sep 4

✨ Lead with Confidence. Start Your Next Chapter. ✨

Our new cohorts of Emerging Leaders & Strategic Leaders programmes start today! 🚀

Missed out? Don’t worry — the next cohort begins in January with spaces still available:

bit.ly/3JMwvRQ

Management and Leadership Programmes - College Development Network

CDN’s Management and Leadership Programmes aim to support colleges to lead with confidence and courage in a volatile, uncertain, chaotic and ambiguous world.

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sparqs @sparqs-scotland.bsky.social · Sep 3

Congratulations to everyone shortlisted and best of luck!

CDN @coldevnet.bsky.social · Sep 3

✨ The #CollegeAwards shortlist is out! ✨

We’re thrilled to announce the nominees for the CDN College Awards 2025, proudly supported by Title Sponsor @sqanews.bsky.social‬🤩

199 submissions. Endless talent.

View the shortlist & book:
cdn.ac.uk/college-awards-2025/

Congratulations everyone👏

College Awards 2025 - College Development Network

College Awards 2025 recognises the talent, innovation and achievement demonstrated by our colleges, their staff and their learners.

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CDN @coldevnet.bsky.social · Sep 3

🚨 Make your college’s voice count ahead of the Scottish election!

Join CDN’s Effective Political Engagement & Influencing masterclass 👇

Online: bit.ly/4jGbJPY
In-person: bit.ly/4jJCVyj

Last chance to book 😃

Delivered in partnership with @CollegesScot

Effective Political Engagement & Influencing for College Leaders

Delivered in partnership with Colleges Scotland

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CDN @coldevnet.bsky.social · Sep 3

✨ The #CollegeAwards shortlist is out! ✨

We’re thrilled to announce the nominees for the CDN College Awards 2025, proudly supported by Title Sponsor @sqanews.bsky.social‬🤩

199 submissions. Endless talent.

View the shortlist & book:
cdn.ac.uk/college-awards-2025/

Congratulations everyone👏

College Awards 2025 - College Development Network

College Awards 2025 recognises the talent, innovation and achievement demonstrated by our colleges, their staff and their learners.

cdn.ac.uk

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CDN @coldevnet.bsky.social · Sep 2

📢 The September #EqualityMatters Digest is out now!

This month’s theme: Inclusive Beginnings 🌱

Explore resources, events & tools to help foster supportive, inclusive experiences for all students.

👉 bit.ly/3VrIpD8

#EqualityMatters #Inclusion #Colleges

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CDN @coldevnet.bsky.social · Aug 29

🌱 Issue 3 of CAIRN Journal is here!

Today we spotlight: Widening the frame: ‘Digital First’ education & environmental sustainability by Matt Woodthorpe from EAUC.

Insights into digital vs. in-person learning & environmental impact.

Read here 👇
bit.ly/4p0aC1t

CDN @coldevnet.bsky.social · Aug 29

📢 Your August CDN Update is out now!

This month features :

🏆 Record-breaking #CollegeAwards
📈 Launch of Elevate LT
👥 Leadership programmes for every career stage
📢 Political Engagement masterclass
🌐 #YourCDN coming soon

And soooo much more!

📖 bit.ly/3JC9eC6

CDN @coldevnet.bsky.social · Aug 27

New for 2025: CDN’s Executive Leadership Series is here! ✨

🌟 10 in-person workshops
🤝 Learn from expert facilitators
🌍 Connect with senior leaders

It’s time to sharpen your skills, expand your impact & lead with confidence💡

👉 Apply now: bit.ly/4lNo6Lk

#YourCDN

Executive Leadership Series - College Development Network

Elevate Your Leadership — Apply Now for the CDN Executive Leadership Series 2025–26 Apply here today 📅 Launching October 2025 | 📍 10 face-to-face…

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