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Brownsville BLHSB 2.402
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Phone: (956) 665-2111
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Effective Online Teaching Practices and

Effective Teaching Practices

 The University of Texas System will sponsor two UTRGV cohorts to participate in this evidence-based, 25-week online program. Each cohort may consist of up to 30 full-time faculty members with 60 total faculty participating. 

Applications are now being accepted for the following Spring 2023 ACUE cohorts:

  • Effective Online Teaching Practices 
  • Effective Teaching Practices 

Focused on proven teaching practices that improve student achievement and close equity gaps, the course modules will intentionally engage participating faculty in high-impact and cutting-edge pedagogical skills in the following areas of study:

  • Creating an Inclusive and Supportive Leaning Environment
  • Promote Active Learning Online and In Person
  • Designing Learner-Centered and Equitable Courses
  • Inspiring Inquiry and Preparing Lifelong Learners in Your Course
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 Upon completion, faculty will receive a Certificate in Effective College Instruction (CECI). This is the only college teaching credential endorsed by the American Council on Education (ACE).

Timeline:

  • Applications due October 28, 2022. Apply here.
  • Application evaluation occurs & all applicants are notified of selection by December 9, 2022.
  • Course begins January 9, 2023.

o   Cohorts typically complete one module per week over 25 weeks.  

o   Participants generally spend approximately 2-3 hours of activity per week, on average, in the course according       to ACUE internal research.

 If you are interested in learning more, we will also be hosting an information session via Zoom on October 18th at 3:00pm. Calendar invite to follow. 

 Questions can be directed to the Office of Faculty Success & Diversity at facultysuccess@utrgv.edu.

 

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