Date: Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026Time: 3 – 4 p.m.Additional Date: Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026Additional Time: 3 – 4 p.m.Location/Format: Library 376Description: Digital accessibility can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. This kickoff session introduces the foundational concepts, standards and best practices for creating accessible course content. Participants will receive an overview of key accessibility considerations for course organization, text, images, multimedia, documents...
Date: Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026Time: 3 – 4 p.m.Additional Date: Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026Additional Time: 3 – 4 p.m.Location/Format: Library 376Description: Digital accessibility can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. This kickoff session introduces the foundational concepts, standards and best practices for creating accessible course content. Participants will receive an overview of key accessibility considerations for course organization, text, images, multimedia, documents...
Fall 2026 ScheduleMark your calendar for this fall’s upcoming Midterm Course Feedback:PFoT: Part I — Aug. 31 through Sept. 25SGID — Sept. 28 through Oct. 9PFoT: Part II — Oct. 12 through Nov. 6These opportunities are designed to support faculty learning, growth and professional development throughout the semester.For additional information, please visit the Center for Teaching and Learning website.
The call for CbEL grant proposals for the Fall Round opens Sept. 1, 2026, with a deadline of Sept. 15, 2026, at 5 p.m. Once the applicant has their materials ready to submit, please log into GeorgiaVIEW, click on the Self Registration menu option, find the CbEL Grants Program course. Be sure to complete the self-registration for the course. Submission instructions and forms to upload your materials are in the course announcements. Grant amount: Up to $1,000.00.Application Open: Sept...
Instructor Peer Coaching returns this fall with a fresh opportunity for cross-disciplinary collaboration and growth. IPC pairs instructors from different departments or colleges to engage in meaningful, supportive coaching relationships that aim to improve teaching practices and promote professional development.Each coaching cycle includes setting goals, developing and implementing an action plan and engaging in reflective review. The Center for Teaching and Learning will provide training...
Date: Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2026Time: 2 p.m.Additional date: Friday, Aug. 28, 2026Additional time: 12 p.m.Location/format: Library 376 (Hybrid)Description: The Department of Justice has established April 2027 as the compliance deadline for public entities under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act to meet Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.1 Level AA standards. This includes all digital course content in learning management systems. Starting this spring, we're providing...
Date: Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2026Time: 2 p.m.Additional date: Friday, Aug. 28, 2026Additional time: 12 p.m.Location/format: Library 376 (Hybrid)Description: The Department of Justice has established April 2027 as the compliance deadline for public entities under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act to meet Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.1 Level AA standards. This includes all digital course content in learning management systems. Starting this spring, we're providing...
Please see the July issue of Elevate to Celebrate for more information on:Why GCSU? Scott Butler Explores What Students Value MostCultivating Curiosity: Sara Jordan's CTL Faculty Fellowship ProjectBuilding Community, One Classroom at a Time with Alex BerglundLearning Together: Brad Fowler's Vision for Teaching, Technology and ConnectionBuilding Connections Across Campus: Jamie Downing's Vision for MentorshipNews from IT
We are thrilled to announce that student acknowledgements for Thank-a-Teacher @ Georgia College & State University for the spring 2026 semester are now available on our website.View the complete list of recipients at https://www.gcsu.edu/ctl/thank-a-teacher.Join us in congratulating our dedicated instructors, who have made a significant impact on our students this last semester!
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,...