{"id":33014,"date":"2026-05-29T14:26:50","date_gmt":"2026-05-29T14:26:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/provost.ncsu.edu\/ofe\/?p=33014"},"modified":"2026-05-29T14:40:57","modified_gmt":"2026-05-29T14:40:57","slug":"welcome-to-spark-2026-igniting-outstanding-teaching","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/provost.ncsu.edu\/ofe\/2026\/05\/29\/welcome-to-spark-2026-igniting-outstanding-teaching\/","title":{"rendered":"Welcome to SPARK 2026: Igniting Outstanding Teaching"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n\n\n

Summer is the perfect time to step back, recharge, and gather fresh inspiration for the upcoming academic year. That is why the Office for Faculty Excellence is thrilled to announce this year\u2019s theme for NC State SPARK (Summer Programs: Aspire, Renew, Kindle)<\/a> is Igniting Outstanding Teaching<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you are a veteran faculty member, an instructional staff member, or a graduate student preparing for your future classroom, SPARK is designed to seamlessly fit into your summer. As always, our asynchronous program allows you to engage with professional development at your own pace, on your own time, and using your favorite device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What to Expect This Summer<\/strong> <\/h4>\n\n\n\n

This July, we are diving deep into the art, science, and passion of pedagogy. Each week, a distinguished member of the NC State Academy of Outstanding Teachers<\/strong> will sit down to interview world-renowned educators from a variety of disciplines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Together, they will explore what it takes to elevate the classroom experience. You can look forward to rich conversations about innovative teaching techniques and how to inspire and engage students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How SPARK Works<\/strong> <\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Igniting Outstanding Teaching<\/strong> will be delivered directly to your inbox as a series of weekly email blasts throughout the month of July. Starting Wednesday, July 8, you will receive an exclusive podcast, alongside original content, reflective journaling prompts, and a curated list of resources to help you integrate these global insights into your fall curriculum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ready to Ignite Your Teaching?<\/strong> Prepare to return to campus this fall feeling energized, inspired, and equipped with new pedagogical strategies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn from world-renowned educators and connect with your NC State peers and sign up for the program today!<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false,"raw":"\n\n\n\n\n

Summer is the perfect time to step back, recharge, and gather fresh inspiration for the upcoming academic year. That is why the Office for Faculty Excellence is thrilled to announce this year\u2019s theme for NC State SPARK (Summer Programs: Aspire, Renew, Kindle)<\/a> is Igniting Outstanding Teaching<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you are a veteran faculty member, an instructional staff member, or a graduate student preparing for your future classroom, SPARK is designed to seamlessly fit into your summer. As always, our asynchronous program allows you to engage with professional development at your own pace, on your own time, and using your favorite device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What to Expect This Summer<\/strong> <\/h4>\n\n\n\n

This July, we are diving deep into the art, science, and passion of pedagogy. Each week, a distinguished member of the NC State Academy of Outstanding Teachers<\/strong> will sit down to interview world-renowned educators from a variety of disciplines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Together, they will explore what it takes to elevate the classroom experience. You can look forward to rich conversations about innovative teaching techniques and how to inspire and engage students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How SPARK Works<\/strong> <\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Igniting Outstanding Teaching<\/strong> will be delivered directly to your inbox as a series of weekly email blasts throughout the month of July. Starting Wednesday, July 8, you will receive an exclusive podcast, alongside original content, reflective journaling prompts, and a curated list of resources to help you integrate these global insights into your fall curriculum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ready to Ignite Your Teaching?<\/strong> Prepare to return to campus this fall feeling energized, inspired, and equipped with new pedagogical strategies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from world-renowned educators and connect with your NC State peers and sign up for the program today!<\/a><\/p>\n"},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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