ACUE
Broward College is excited to continue its partnership with ACUE (Association of College and University Educators) to bring faculty and staff high-quality and research-backed professional learning courses. Through an engaging learning design and guided by expert facilitation, course takers will learn practices that can be implemented with students right away. These evidence-based practices have been shown to increase student retention, strengthen belonging and achievement. ACUE’s courses are consistently rated as engaging and relevant by faculty and staff nationwide and lead to the only nationally recognized Certificate in Effective Teaching Practice Framework, endorsed by the American Council on Education.
For additional information on the upcoming microcredentials, including topics and schedule, scroll down and explore the courses offered this semester. Once you have identified the course you are interested, register by clicking on the button below.
If you have any questions, please feel free to email the Center for Teaching Excellence & Learning (ctel@broward.edu).
AI Quick Study Series
- Writing Effective AI Prompts
- Leveraging AI to Develop Course Resources
- Teaching with AI: Inclusive and AI-Resistant Learning Experiences
- Empowering Students to Use AI Responsibly
These courses are open to all BC Faculty, PTS, and Administrative staff, and each is approved for 1 hour of Professional Development credit. Tailored specifically for educators, these courses will equip you with the essential knowledge and skills to effectively integrate AI into your teaching practices as well as other roles. Whether you are looking to grasp AI fundamentals, explore its applications in education, or enhance your teaching with advanced AI tools, these expert-led courses offer comprehensive coverage.
Click here to register for the Generative AI Series
2024 Microcredentials
Promoting Active Learning Online: October 14, 2024 - December 1, 2024
- For full Dates and Courses click here
- Developing Effective Modules and Microlectures
- Teaching Powerful Note-taking Online
- Using Groups to Ensure Active Online Learning
- Using the Active Learning Cycle in Online Courses
- Planning Effective Online Discussions
- Facilitating Engaging Online Discussions
Creating a Productive Learning Environment: September 03, 2024 - October 20, 2024
- For full Dates and Courses click here
- Developing Effective Class Sessions and Lectures
- Teaching Powerful Note-taking Skills
- Using Groups to Ensure Active Learning
- Using the Active Learning Cycle
- Planning Effective Class Discussions
- Facilitating Engaging Class Discussions
Inspiring Inquiry and Preparing Lifelong Learners Online
- Motivating Your Students
- Providing Clear Directions and Explanations in Your Online Courses
- Integrating Visualization Tools in Online Courses
- Using Data and Feedback to Improve Online Teaching
- Using Advanced Questioning in Online Courses
- Developing Self-Directed Online Learners
Inspiring Inquiry and Lifelong Learning in Your Online Courses: September 03, 2024 - October 20, 2024
- For full Dates and Courses click here
- Motivating Your Students
- Providing Clear Directions and Explanations
- Using Concept Maps and Other Visualization Tools
- Using Student Achievement and Feedback to Improve Your Teaching
- Using Advanced Questioning Techniques
- Developing Self-Directed Learners
Designing Learner-Centered Courses: October 14, 2024 - December 01, 2024
- Ensuring Learner-Centered Course Outcomes
- Designing Aligned Assessments and Assignments
- Aligning Learning Experiences with Course Outcomes
- Creating Equity with Checklists and Rubrics
- Developing Equitable Grading Practices
- Preparing an Inclusive Syllabus
2025 Microcredentials
Promoting Active Learning - 3/1/25 - 4/27/25 - must register by 2/27/25
- For full Dates and Courses download this PDF
- Developing Effective Class Sessions and Lectures
- Teaching Powerful Note-Taking Skills
- Using Groups to Ensure Active Learning
- Using the Active Learning Cycle
- Planning Effective Class Discussions
- Facilitating Engaging Class Discussions
Creating a Productive Online Learning Environment - 1/21/25 - 3/16/25 - must register by 1/6/25
- For full Dates and Courses download this PDF
- Welcoming Students to Online Learning
- Promoting Civil Online Learning Environments
- Ensuring Access to Online Learning for All
- Helping Students Persist in Online Learning
- Checking for Student Understanding in Online Learning
- Providing Useful Feedback for Online Learning
Inspiring Inquiry and Preparing Lifelong Learners - 1/21/25 - 3/16/25 - must register by 1/6/25
- For full Dates and Courses download this PDF
- Motivating Your Students
- Providing Clear Directions and Explanations
- Using Concept Maps and Other Visualization Tools
- Using Student Achievement and Feedback to Improve Your Teaching
- Using Advanced Questioning Techniques
- Developing Self-Directed Learners
Designing Learner-Centered Courses - 3/1/25 - 4/27 - must register by 2/27/25
- For full Dates and Courses download this PDF
- Ensuring Learner-Centered Course Outcomes
- Designing Aligned Assessments and Assignments
- Aligning Learning Experiences with Course Outcomes
- Creating Clarity with Checklists and Rubrics
- Developing Fair and Transparent Grading Practices
- Preparing an Effective Syllabus