Thank-a-Teacher @ GCSU is now open for the Spring 2026 semester through May 15! Since its launch, hundreds of student nominations have highlighted the dedication and impact of GCSU instructors.These nominations go beyond recognition, serving as documented evidence of student success, as told by the students themselves. They also contribute to:Boosting morale and motivationSupporting professional portfolios (i.e., tenure and promotion)Strengthening instructor-student relationshipsShowcasing...
Is there a GC instructor who has positively impacted your life, and you want to recognize them? If so, the Center for Teaching and Learning developed a Thank-a-Teacher @ GCSU program that allows you to do just that. By completing a short survey, you can tell us how a GCSU instructor has helped you reach your goals, and we will send them a letter and certificate on your behalf. No acknowledgment is too small; acknowledging someone who makes a difference enables you to make a positive...
The High-Impact Practices (HIPs) Summer Institute - 2026 returns for its seventh year - and we’re building on the momentum. This opportunity is open to Georgia College & State University instructors who are ready to intentionally integrate transformative experiences into their courses and elevate student learning in meaningful ways.Each year, the Institute evolves based on participant feedback and emerging best practices. The 2026 iteration is designed for expansion and includes plans...
Please see the February issue of Elevate to Celebrate for more information on:Faculty Fellows Join the Center for Teaching and Learning: Dr. Scott Butler, Dr. Alex Berglund, Dr. Brad Fowler and Dr. Jamie DowningThe Heart of Teaching Excellence: Dr. Laurie PeeblesDr. Liz Speelman Selected as Governor's Teaching FellowCelebrating Dr. Allen's Active Learning Journey: From Practice to PublicationActive Learning 101 - Congratulations!Active Learning 102 - Congratulations!Active Learning...
The Small-Group Instructional Diagnosis' goal is to provide faculty with important feedback that helps them adjust their teaching and improve student learning outcomes. It also allows faculty to reflect on and document critical teaching behaviors. This process, vetted in research, supports the continuous quality improvement of teaching and learning and shows our continued commitment to creating innovative learning environments, high-impact pedagogies and meaningful student-faculty...
To support instructors preparing to teach online this summer - and in response to additional interest - we are offering an additional section of the Brightspace Essentials Training Course for Instructors this semester.This certified, hands-on training equips participants with the essential skills to navigate and use the Brightspace Learning Management System. Participants will learn how to customize their course homepage, create and organize content modules, manage announcements and...
To support instructors preparing to teach online this summer - and in response to additional interest - we are offering an additional section of the Brightspace Essentials Training Course for Instructors this semester.This certified, hands-on training equips participants with the essential skills to navigate and use the Brightspace Learning Management System. Participants will learn how to customize their course homepage, create and organize content modules, manage announcements and...
Please join us in congratulating instructors who recently completed the Designing Your Online Course workshop through Quality Matters! These instructors now have tools to build high-quality, learner-centered online courses that enhance engagement and support student success. These instructors have demonstrated a clear commitment to reflective practice. Participants exit the workshop with a course development plan to develop their own online course. We celebrate their commitment to...
Brightspace Essentials Training Course for Instructors is a three-hour certificated course designed to equip Georgia College & State University instructors with the essential skills to navigate and utilize our learning management system, GeorgiaVIEW/D2L. Participants learn how to customize their course homepage, create engaging content modules, manage announcements and streamline communication with students. Additionally, participants gain practical experience setting up assignments,...
Brightspace Advanced Training Course for Instructors is a three-hour certificated course series designed to elevate teaching proficiency and enhance digital course delivery for Georgia College & State University instructors. Tailored for those who have mastered the basics, this advanced course explores in-depth features of our learning management system, GeorgiaVIEW/D2L. Participants learned to create and manage student groups, set special access parameters and use intelligent agents...