A Digital Learning Institute is a faculty-led learning space designed to support instructors in exploring and implementing new strategies and teaching modalities in digital learning. It provides a structured professional development experience where faculty learn from peers, engage with emerging teaching strategies and technologies, and apply best practices to course design and instruction.
Through collaborative learning and hands-on application, participants gain a comprehensive understanding of a new area in digital education, ensuring they are well-prepared to enhance their online teaching effectiveness.
8-Week Course Design and Teaching Strategies
8-Week Course Design and Teaching Strategies is designed to support faculty prepare to teach 8-week semester course sections.
This supportive cohort focuses on applying effective practices for the skillful use of educational technology and the integration of synchronous and asynchronous learning activities in an 8-week learning environment and provides a framework for the unique needs of teaching an 8-week term.
Applicant Prerequisites:
- Completion of OCRA/APPQMR
- Completion of DLIS
Stipend: $500 stipend (total) will be paid after participating in the institute, successfully meeting all requirements, and completing a redesign of your 8-week course.
Professional Development: 3 hours
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Deadline to Apply: Participants will receive an acceptance email from the Division of Digital Learning after the application deadline.
Please note: Faculty may participate in one Digital Learning Institute per semester.
Contact: For any questions, please email [email protected].