Official Launch of the National Digital Leadership Network
On April 2, 2025, over 260 participants joined us in-person and online for the official launch of the National Digital Leadership Network (NDLN).
The event was hosted by the Department of Technology Enhanced Learning at Munster Technological University (MTU) and formally opened by MTU President Professor Maggie Cusack.
This hybrid gathering brought together national and international thought leaders to explore the future of digital leadership and transformation in Irish higher education.
Featured Speakers
Professor Maggie Cusack – President, MTU
Gearóid O’Súilleabháin – Chair of the NDLN, Head of TEL, MTU
Dr Sharon Flynn – National Co-ordinator, N-TUTORR Programme
Dr Frances O’Connell – VP Student Education & Experience, TUS
Contributors – Horizon Scanning Report Authors:
Prof. Peter Bryant, Prof. Sarah Elaine Eaton, Prof. Mairéad Pratschke, Prof. Martin Weller, Prof. Richard Watermeyer and more
Key Highlights
Launch of 10 Horizon Scanning Strategic Reports on themes including:
Generative AI in Education
Micro-credentialing
Digital Resilience
Academic Integrity
Data-Driven Decision Making
New Models for Teaching, Learning, and Assessment
Dialogue on aligning digital innovation with strategic institutional priorities
Cross-sector networking between policy leaders, academic staff, and technologists
Event Recording & Resources
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