{"id":743,"date":"2026-01-15T10:08:47","date_gmt":"2026-01-15T16:08:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.eastcentral.edu\/free\/?page_id=743"},"modified":"2026-04-09T14:40:04","modified_gmt":"2026-04-09T19:40:04","slug":"online-teaching-certification-cohort","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.eastcentral.edu\/free\/online-teaching-certification-cohort\/","title":{"rendered":"Online Teaching Certification Cohort"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-call-to-action  root-eb-call-to-action-9vj6r\"><div class=\"eb-parent-wrapper eb-parent-eb-call-to-action-9vj6r \"><div class=\"eb-cia-wrapper eb-call-to-action-9vj6r\" data-icon=\"fas fa-glass-martini\"><div class=\"eb-cia-text-wrapper\"><h2 class=\"eb-cia-title\">The application for the Fall 2026 Online Teaching Certification Cohort has closed. <\/h2><p class=\"eb-cia-description\">Applications for the next cohort will open in Spring 2027.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"281\" height=\"300\" src=\"http:\/\/www.eastcentral.edu\/free\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/82\/2026\/01\/image-1.png\" alt=\"Association for College and University Educators logo\" class=\"wp-image-753\" style=\"width:263px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<div style=\"height:32px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Fall 2026, 麻豆社 will launch an 8-month&nbsp;professional development cohort for faculty members&nbsp;seeking&nbsp;certification&nbsp;in best practices for online teaching. This certification is administered by the <a href=\"https:\/\/acue.org\/\">Association for College and University Educators<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The cohort is facilitated by the Title III Professional Development Subcommittee and chair of the&nbsp;Faculty Professional Development Committee.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\" tabindex=\"0\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Fast Facts<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Certification: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/acue.org\/offerings\/effective-online-teaching-practices\/\">Effective Online Teaching Practices<\/a>, administered by <a href=\"https:\/\/acue.org\/\">ACUE<\/a><br><strong>Contact:<\/strong> <a href=\"mailto:coreen.derifield@eastcentral.edu\">Dr. Coreen Derifield<\/a><br><strong>Eligibility:<\/strong> Available to all full-time faculty members and adjuncts who meet certain requirements (see below); all experience levels are welcome<br><strong>Capacity: <\/strong>16 members; interested faculty must apply by March 13<br><strong>Courses:<\/strong> Four sequential courses, each 6-8 weeks<br><strong>Course Modality:<\/strong> Asynchronous online (Canvas LMS)<br><strong>Timeline:<\/strong> First course begins on August 24, 2026; last course ends in May 2027<br><strong>Time Commitment:<\/strong> Two to four hours per week to complete coursework, plus any additional time needed to implement learning strategies in real courses<br><strong>Meetings:<\/strong> Three in-person\/online meetings per semester for discussion with cohort members<br><strong>Compensation:<\/strong> $750 stipend upon completion of each of the four courses; no reassigned time<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Cohort Eligibility<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:12px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-background wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#bec8dd\"><strong>You are eligible if you are: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A full-time faculty member<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An adjunct instructor who has taught at least 30 credit hours at 麻豆社 and can commit to teaching at least one online class for one academic year upon certification&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-background wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#bec8dd\"><strong>You should apply if you:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Have taught online\/HyFlex before and want to strengthen your skills, or <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have never taught online\/HyFlex before and want to learn how<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Cohort and Certification Details<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Certification in <a href=\"https:\/\/acue.org\/offerings\/effective-online-teaching-practices\/\">Effective Online Teaching Practices&nbsp;(EOTP)<\/a>&nbsp;requires sequential completion of four online, asynchronous courses, which are led by&nbsp;ACUE\u2019s&nbsp;instructors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-1 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#002f6c;font-size:17px\"><strong>Courses for EOTP Certification<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-feature-list  root-eb-feature-list-80vrv\"><div class=\"eb-parent-wrapper eb-parent-eb-feature-list-80vrv \"><div class=\"eb-feature-list-80vrv eb-feature-list-wrapper eb-icon-position-left eb-tablet-icon-position-left eb-mobile-icon-position-left eb-feature-list-left\"><ul class=\"eb-feature-list-items circle stacked\"><li class=\"eb-feature-list-item\" data-new-tab=\"false\" data-icon-type=\"icon\" data-icon=\"fas fa-school-flag\" data-icon-color=\"\" data-icon-background-color=\"rgba(32,52,105,1)\" data-link=\"\" data-show-badge=\"false\"><div class=\"eb-feature-list-icon-box\"><div class=\"eb-feature-list-icon-inner \"><span class=\"eb-feature-list-icon\" style=\"color:;background-color:rgba(32,52,105,1)\"><i icon=\"fas fa-school-flag\" class=\"fas fa-school-flag \"><\/i><\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"eb-feature-list-content-box\"><div class=\"eb-feature-list-title-wrapper\"><h4 class=\"eb-feature-list-title\">Creating a Productive Online Learning Environment\u00a0\u00a0<\/h4><\/div><p class=\"eb-feature-list-content\">Create welcoming online learning environments where students feel connected and supported. Build engagement through clear communication, meaningful connections, and timely feedback that foster persistence and boost learning in virtual spaces. \n<\/p><\/div><\/li><li class=\"eb-feature-list-item\" data-new-tab=\"false\" data-icon-type=\"icon\" data-icon=\"fas fa-people-line\" data-icon-color=\"\" data-icon-background-color=\"rgba(32,52,105,1)\" data-link=\"\" data-show-badge=\"false\"><div class=\"eb-feature-list-icon-box\"><div class=\"eb-feature-list-icon-inner \"><span class=\"eb-feature-list-icon\" style=\"color:;background-color:rgba(32,52,105,1)\"><i icon=\"fas fa-people-line\" class=\"fas fa-people-line \"><\/i><\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"eb-feature-list-content-box\"><div class=\"eb-feature-list-title-wrapper\"><h4 class=\"eb-feature-list-title\">Promoting Active Learning Online<\/h4><\/div><p class=\"eb-feature-list-content\">Master online teaching strategies that transform digital courses into active learning experiences with organized content, collaborative discussions, and ways for students to build connections and apply their new knowledge.<\/p><\/div><\/li><li class=\"eb-feature-list-item\" data-new-tab=\"false\" data-icon-type=\"icon\" data-icon=\"fas fa-lightbulb\" data-icon-color=\"\" data-icon-background-color=\"rgba(32,52,105,1)\" data-link=\"\" data-show-badge=\"false\"><div class=\"eb-feature-list-icon-box\"><div class=\"eb-feature-list-icon-inner \"><span class=\"eb-feature-list-icon\" style=\"color:;background-color:rgba(32,52,105,1)\"><i icon=\"fas fa-lightbulb\" class=\"fas fa-lightbulb \"><\/i><\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"eb-feature-list-content-box\"><div class=\"eb-feature-list-title-wrapper\"><h4 class=\"eb-feature-list-title\">Inspiring Inquiry and Lifelong Learning in Your Online Course<\/h4><\/div><p class=\"eb-feature-list-content\">Boost student motivation, clarify complex ideas, and cultivate independent learners who actively engage with course material and take ownership of their success.\n<\/p><\/div><\/li><li class=\"eb-feature-list-item\" data-new-tab=\"false\" data-icon-type=\"icon\" data-icon=\"fas fa-laptop-file\" data-icon-color=\"var(--eb-global-button-text-color)\" data-icon-background-color=\"rgba(32,52,105,1)\" data-link=\"\" data-show-badge=\"false\"><div class=\"eb-feature-list-icon-box\"><div class=\"eb-feature-list-icon-inner \"><span class=\"eb-feature-list-icon\" style=\"color:var(--eb-global-button-text-color);background-color:rgba(32,52,105,1)\"><i icon=\"fas fa-laptop-file\" class=\"fas fa-laptop-file \"><\/i><\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"eb-feature-list-content-box\"><div class=\"eb-feature-list-title-wrapper\"><h4 class=\"eb-feature-list-title\">Designing Learner-Centered Courses<\/h4><\/div><p class=\"eb-feature-list-content\"> Design cohesive, student-centered courses where learning outcomes, assessments, and activities align seamlessly and your syllabus and grading policies empower students to achieve success.<\/p><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The courses do not assign&nbsp;busy&nbsp;work;&nbsp;instead&nbsp;they share&nbsp;research and practice-based&nbsp;strategies&nbsp;for synchronous, asynchronous, and&nbsp;HyFlex&nbsp;courses&nbsp;that faculty can&nbsp;use&nbsp;immediately in their courses. Coursework involves implementing learning strategies, or developing plans to implement, then reflecting on these experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>For more&nbsp;details, please see:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/acue.org\/offerings\/effective-online-teaching-practices\/\">Effective Online Teaching Practices certification overview <\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/learn.acue.org\/syllabus-eotp\/\">Effective Online Teaching Practices syllabus<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/calendly.com\/nationalcourselaunch\/acue-national-information-session?month=2026-01\">Weekly information sessions\/course demos led by real ACUE instructors <\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/acue.org\/impact\/\">ACUE&#8217;s impact and case studies<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cohort Structure<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All certification courses offered asynchronously and fully online via the Canvas LMS, except for a brief virtual kickoff meeting with ACUE&#8217;s academic director for the cohort in August. From August 2026 to May 2027, cohort members will&nbsp;take the four certification courses sequentially alongside&nbsp;faculty from other&nbsp;colleges, creating opportunities to share ideas and resources across institutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 麻豆社 cohort&nbsp;will&nbsp;also&nbsp;learn and discuss together&nbsp;outside of the&nbsp;online&nbsp;class environment.&nbsp;This cohort will meet three times a semester&nbsp;in a hybrid format&nbsp;(online and at the Union campus). Members also have&nbsp;the option&nbsp;to share what they have learned with non-cohort faculty colleagues&nbsp;in&nbsp;various ways&nbsp;throughout the year.&nbsp;Please contact <a href=\"mailto:Coreen.Derifield@eastcentral.edu\">Dr. Cori Derifield<\/a> for more information.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Time Commitment<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each of the four courses will require six to eight weeks&nbsp;of coursework, and the typical time commitment is two to four hours per week.&nbsp;The first course launches on August 24, 2026, and the last course concludes in May 2027. While coursework is self-paced, weekly \u201cImplement\u201d&nbsp;or&nbsp;\u201dPlan&nbsp;to Implement\u201d reflection assignments serve as benchmarks for progress, and the 麻豆社 cohort will aim to&nbsp;maintain&nbsp;the intended pace.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Compensation<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cohort participants&nbsp;will&nbsp;receive a stipend of $750&nbsp;per course completed, and&nbsp;funds are disbursed&nbsp;after each&nbsp;of the four sequential courses&nbsp;concludes&nbsp;(twice in FA26, twice in SP27).&nbsp;The total compensation for certification in Effective Online Teaching Practices is $3,000 by the time of completion&nbsp;in&nbsp;May&nbsp;2027.&nbsp;This&nbsp;stipend requires an MOU,&nbsp;does not involve reassigned time, and&nbsp;is calculated based on the average rate for six hours of online load.&nbsp;Stipends are&nbsp;funded by the Title III grant; please contact&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:jean.woodson@eastcentral.edu\">Jean Woodson<\/a> for more information.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Selection Process<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cohort applications are reviewed by a committee comprising the:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Vice President of Academic Affairs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Deans of Arts and Sciences, Business and Industry, and Health Science<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Director of Online Learning &amp; Educational Technology and Instructional Design Specialist<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Title III Program Coordinator, to maintain compliance with grant funding requirements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chair of the Faculty Professional Development Committee and additional faculty members<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Space is limited, as the program has funding for 16 faculty members. Applicants will hear from their deans about whether they have been accepted by <strong>Friday, April 10.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Apply<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The application for the Fall 2026 cohort has closed. Please revisit this page in Spring 2027 when applications open for the second cohort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-accordion  root-eb-accordion-ly1ca\"><div class=\"eb-parent-wrapper eb-parent-eb-accordion-ly1ca \"><div class=\"eb-accordion-container eb-accordion-ly1ca\" data-accordion-type=\"accordion\" data-tab-icon=\"fas fa-angle-right\" data-expanded-icon=\"fas fa-angle-down\" data-transition-duration=\"500\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-inner\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-accordion-item eb-accordion-item-1z9zr eb-accordion-wrapper\" data-clickable=\"false\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-wrapper eb-accordion-title-wrapper-eb-accordion-ly1ca\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"eb-accordion-icon-wrapper eb-accordion-icon-wrapper-eb-accordion-ly1ca\"><i icon=\"fas fa-angle-right\" class=\"fas fa-angle-right eb-accordion-icon\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-content-wrap title-content-eb-accordion-ly1ca\"><h3 class=\"eb-accordion-title\">How are participants selected?<\/h3><\/div><\/div><div class=\"eb-accordion-content-wrapper eb-accordion-content-wrapper-eb-accordion-ly1ca\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-content\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cohort members are selected based on:<\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li>Interest in online teaching as indicated in the faculty member&#8217;s cohort application<\/li>\n\n\n<li>Course alignment with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eastcentral.edu\/academics\/title-iii\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.eastcentral.edu\/academics\/title-iii\/\">Title III objectives<\/a>, as this grant funds the cohort<\/li>\n\n\n<li>Capacity, as stipend funding is available for 16 faculty members<\/li>\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As stated above, instructors of all experience levels are encouraged to apply. Applicants will hear from their deans about whether they have been accepted by <strong>Friday, April 10.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-accordion-item eb-accordion-item-efmhy eb-accordion-wrapper\" data-clickable=\"false\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-wrapper eb-accordion-title-wrapper-eb-accordion-ly1ca\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"eb-accordion-icon-wrapper eb-accordion-icon-wrapper-eb-accordion-ly1ca\"><i icon=\"fas fa-angle-right\" class=\"fas fa-angle-right eb-accordion-icon\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-content-wrap title-content-eb-accordion-ly1ca\"><h3 class=\"eb-accordion-title\">What if I am interested in joining the cohort, but not this year?<\/h3><\/div><\/div><div class=\"eb-accordion-content-wrapper eb-accordion-content-wrapper-eb-accordion-ly1ca\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-content\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A second cohort is planned for AY2027, if&nbsp;grant&nbsp;funding&nbsp;permits. <\/p>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Additionally, both ACUE&#8217;s online and in-person teaching certifications will be available for free in 2026 for all 麻豆社 faculty and staff. See below. <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-accordion-item eb-accordion-item-g44e0 eb-accordion-wrapper\" data-clickable=\"false\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-wrapper eb-accordion-title-wrapper-eb-accordion-ly1ca\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"eb-accordion-icon-wrapper eb-accordion-icon-wrapper-eb-accordion-ly1ca\"><i icon=\"fas fa-angle-right\" class=\"fas fa-angle-right eb-accordion-icon\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-content-wrap title-content-eb-accordion-ly1ca\"><h3 class=\"eb-accordion-title\">What if\u00a0I\u2019m\u00a0interested in other ACUE\u00a0certifications or courses?\u00a0<\/h3><\/div><\/div><div class=\"eb-accordion-content-wrapper eb-accordion-content-wrapper-eb-accordion-ly1ca\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-content\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This year, every 麻豆社 faculty and staff member will gain free access to&nbsp;all&nbsp;ACUE\u2019s professional development&nbsp;resources, including&nbsp;in-person&nbsp;and online teaching&nbsp;certifications, the Commons&nbsp;(discipline-specific online communities of practice),&nbsp;and other topical&nbsp;courses, <strong>though stipends will only be provided for members of the EOTP cohort.<\/strong>&nbsp;Information about access will&nbsp;come out&nbsp;in late Spring 2026.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>ACUE&#8217;s professional development resources include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li><strong>Effective Teaching 101:<\/strong> ACUE\u2019s self-paced essentials course for new faculty and graduate assistants<\/li>\n\n\n<li><strong>Certification in Effective Teaching:&nbsp;<\/strong>ACUE\u2019s nationally recognized certification that leads to measurable gains in student<\/li>\n\n\n<li><strong>Certification in Effective Online Teaching:<\/strong>&nbsp;A pathway designed for instructors teaching in an online format that helps them master digital active learning, virtual environments, and online student engagement<\/li>\n\n\n<li><strong>Advanced Certificate in Effective Teaching:<\/strong>&nbsp;ACUE\u2019s highest-level certification combining both Effective Teaching and Effective Online Teaching pathways, ensuring faculty master proven practices across all teaching modalities&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n<li><strong>Nursing Pathway in Effective Teaching Certification:&nbsp;<\/strong>Built on ACUE\u2019s Certification in Effective Teaching with discipline-specific applications aligned to AACN Essentials&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n<li><strong>ACUE Commons:<\/strong>&nbsp;A community of practice that deepens teaching excellence with a library of Quick Study courses on emerging topics like AI, expert events, and curated teaching resources<\/li>\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/acue.org\/offerings\/acue-complete\">See&nbsp;all&nbsp;ACUE offerings<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-accordion-item eb-accordion-item-ndgtr eb-accordion-wrapper\" data-clickable=\"false\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-wrapper eb-accordion-title-wrapper-eb-accordion-ly1ca\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"eb-accordion-icon-wrapper eb-accordion-icon-wrapper-eb-accordion-ly1ca\"><i icon=\"fas fa-angle-right\" class=\"fas fa-angle-right eb-accordion-icon\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-content-wrap title-content-eb-accordion-ly1ca\"><h3 class=\"eb-accordion-title\">Has anyone at 麻豆社 used ACUE before? Can I talk to them?<\/h3><\/div><\/div><div class=\"eb-accordion-content-wrapper eb-accordion-content-wrapper-eb-accordion-ly1ca\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-content\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you would like more information about the ACUE course experience from past 麻豆社 participants, please contact any of the following faculty members:<\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li>Dean Ann Boehmer<\/li>\n\n\n<li>Dr. Rachel Howard<\/li>\n\n\n<li>Dr. Shanee Haynes<\/li>\n\n\n<li>Dr. Parvadha Acosta<\/li>\n\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Questions? Please contact <a href=\"mailto:coreen.derifield@eastcentral.edu\">Dr. Coreen Derifield<\/a> or <a href=\"mailto:jean.woodson@eastcentral.edu\">Jean Woodson<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In Fall 2026, 麻豆社 will launch an 8-month&nbsp;professional development cohort for faculty members&nbsp;seeking&nbsp;certification&nbsp;in best practices for online teaching. This certification is administered by the Association for College and University Educators. The cohort is facilitated by the Title III Professional Development Subcommittee and chair of the&nbsp;Faculty Professional Development Committee. 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