Empowering you to Plan, Build, and Teach Online
Whether you're planning a new online program, onboarding instructors, or enhancing existing courses, we can help. From self-paced learning resources to customized workshops and training, we offer flexible support designed to meet your department's needs.
Effective Instruction Field Guide
Support faculty development with on-demand guidance designed for real teaching challenges. These concise field guides help instructors quickly find evidence-based strategies for course design, accessibility, engagement, assessment, and instructor presence.
Effective Instruction Course
Build department-wide capacity for effective online instruction through a self-directed professional development program. Participants explore evidence-based resources and activities tailored to their professional development needs.
Targeted Departmental Development Sessions
Address your department's most pressing online teaching opportunities with tailored professional development. We partner with academic units to deliver focused, practical training aligned with departmental goals and faculty needs.
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Practical Tips to Improve ICON Course Sites
Did you know that research links course clarity to high levels of student satisfaction, improved motivation and persistence? Find best practices and tips to increase clarity and ease of use in your ICON course site through course navigation, layout, and structure.
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Sign up for the Distance and Online Education (DOE) Teaching Online Newsletter to access upcoming events and practical strategies to advance your online teaching practice.