Clemson Online: Where Tech and Teaching Meet

Follow Up Friday: Simple Syllabus Adoption

Thanks to all instructors who have prioritized publishing their syllabi using our new tool Simple Syllabus this semester! As of today, Clemson has published 3,644 syllabi to our institutional repository! With more than 297,000 views, we are off to a great start with this new tool. The average word count for a syllabus is 3,984. […]

Fall Training Sessions and Online Consults

Preview upcoming training topics from our Fall 25 Online Instructional Development Calendar! Our fall training sessions will cover a variety of topics, including effective Canvas course design, utilizing New Quizzes in Canvas, increasing communication, community, and active learning in online courses, designing assessments with AI, and preparing for Clemson’s e-learning day. Presentations and Workshops  Our […]

AY 25-26 QM Cohort Applications Are Now Open!

Clemson Online is excited to announce its fourth Quality Matters (QM) Cohort for the upcoming academic year. This cohort offers a structured, high-impact opportunity for faculty to enhance the quality of their online or hybrid courses using the nationally recognized QM Rubric. Participating in the QM Cohort is an excellent way to demonstrate evidence of teaching effectiveness and […]

A Quick Guide to the Faculty Resource Center in Canvas

Whether you’re developing a new course or refreshing an old one, the Faculty Resource Center (FRC) in Canvas is here to help. Created by Clemson Online, the FRC is a self-enrollable Canvas course designed to support Clemson University faculty in building effective, accessible, and engaging learning experiences, especially in online and blended environments. What You’ll Find Inside […]

Join Us in Celebrating Our 2024-2025 QM Cohort!

We are proud to announce the conclusion of our third Quality Matters Cohort at Clemson University! Eleven faculty members submitted an online course for a full QM review, completed a rigorous training course in Applying the Quality Matters Rubric (APPQMR), and revised course materials for accessibility. This year, our Cohort spanned the full academic year. […]

Summer Trainings from Clemson Online

Join us this June and July for training on Simple Syllabus, increasing student engagement online, addressing academic integrity, and more! June Training Sessions June 12 – Quick Hits: Introduction to Academic Integrity Tools in Canvas Register for “Quick Hits: Introduction to Academic Integrity Tools in Canvas” on June 12, from 3-4:00 pm! This Quick Hit […]

Check Out Clemson Online’s Continuing and Professional Education Courses!

Did you know that Clemson Online hosts over 100 non-credit courses throughout the year? From training courses to formal qualifications and certifications, Clemson Online offers various short, online, non-credit-bearing CPE courses ranging from harmful algal blooms, to master food preserver, to plant identification and use! Take advantage of the many new online Continuing & Professional […]

Help Us Help You: We Want Your Feedback!

As Spring 2025 draws to a close, Clemson Online is already looking ahead—and we want your input to help shape what comes next! Whether you joined us this semester for a workshop, attended a Quick Hit session, or just kept an eye on our offerings, your feedback is incredibly valuable to us. Even if you didn’t attend […]

Follow Up Friday: Wrapping Up Spring and Looking Ahead

As finals wrap up and inboxes slowly begin to clear, we’re pausing to say congratulations! Whether you’re grading final projects, posting final grades, or just catching your breath, the end of the semester is a moment worth recognizing. At Clemson Online, we know how much time and effort goes into teaching and learning each term, […]

Prepping for a Summer Adjunct Course? Start Here.

Teaching an online summer course as an adjunct instructor can be both exciting and fast-paced—especially if you’re stepping in with limited prep time. With shorter terms, accelerated schedules, and students who are often juggling jobs or travel, setting yourself (and your students) up for success from the start is key. Here are a few essential […]