Tag: Faculty Development

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 […]

On July 30th, Digital Learning Strategist James Butler led a Workshop Wednesday session titled Best Practices for Online Group Work. The session focused on how to best design group projects, peer reviews, and small group discussions to increase engagement in online a/synchronous classrooms. Butler began by explaining how group work design and execution impacts student’s engagement […]

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, […]

On November 13th, Digital Learning Strategist ‘Dara Abimbade, Ph.D., facilitated a Workshop Wednesday presentation dedicated to understanding the importance of active learning in online settings. The presentation offers a concise overview of the principles guiding active learning, and explores how instructors can start facilitating active learning through various tools in Canvas.

On November 8th, Accessibility Operations Assistant Browning Blair facilitated a Quick Hits presentation dedicated to understanding the basics of Canvas’ accessibility checkers. The presentation offers a concise overview and demonstration of each accessibility checker, and touches on the importance of providing accessible course materials to students.

Creating accessible courses goes beyond meeting legal requirements—it’s about fostering a learning environment where all students have an equal opportunity to succeed. Each instructor has the power to contribute to a culture of accessibility, and when faculty and students work together toward this goal, they can enhance the learning experience for everyone. Here are some […]