Professional Development

ACUE Courses and Certificates

The Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) delivers the highest-quality faculty development courses, pathways, and certifications with quick-to-implement practices that help institutions and individual faculty ensure student success through quality instruction.

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Membership

Commons

A hub for teaching that connects faculty across disciplines and campuses, and provides opportunities to stay current and confident.

12 Months +

Subscriptions & Memberships

All Modules

Online

Learning Lab

ACUE Learning Lab provides full year access to every ACUE Quick Study course to help faculty stay current, confident, and at the forefront of the latest teaching trends.

12 Months +

Subscriptions & Memberships

All Modules

Online

Preparing Students for Experiential Learning

Unlock the power of experiential learning to bridge the gap between theory and practice, preparing students to confidently tackle real-world challenges.

1-2 hours

Self-Paced

1 module

Online

Integrating Open Educational Resources (OER)

Learn how to successfully locate, evaluate, and integrate OER into your course, enhancing quality and accessibility for a more engaging, cost-effective learning experience for students.

1-2 hours

Self-Paced

1 module

Online

Embedding Career Guidance Into Your Course

Learn how to engage in initial career conversations, help students to seek additional supports from the campus career center, and broaden their knowledge of careers by sharing opportunities in your area of interest.

1-2 hours

Self-Paced

1 module

Online

Introduction to Generative AI

Kickstart your AI journey with this Quick Study, covering GenAI essentials, challenges, and benefits—a perfect intro before diving deeper into the AI series!

1-2 hours

Self-Paced

1 module

Online

Creating an Inclusive and Supportive Learning Environment

Create an environment that supports learning, increases engagement, and helps students persist.

7 - 8 weeks

Self-Paced, Cohort-based

7 Modules

Online

Promoting Active Learning

Discover active learning techniques to engage students.

6 - 8 weeks

Self-Paced, Cohort-based

6 Modules

Online

Establishing a Culture of Constructive Conversations

Take this ACUE Quick Study course to learn teaching strategies that empower your students to have constructive conversations.

1 - 2 hours

Self-Paced

1 Module

Online

Developing Students’ Critical Thinking and Analytical Skills

Sharpen your students’ critical thinking and analytical abilities to enable effective problem solving and rational decision making.

1 - 2 hours

Self-Paced

1 Module

Online

Developing Students’ Media Literacy

Equip your students with the skills to navigate today’s media-saturated world and become informed consumers of information.

1 - 2 hours

Self-Paced

1 Module

Online

Inspiring Inquiry and Preparing Lifelong Learners

Motivate students, deepen their understanding, and help them take greater ownership of their learning.

6 - 8 weeks

Self-Paced, Cohort-based

6 Modules

Online

Designing Learner-Centered and Equitable Courses

Design courses with aligned assessments, assignments, and learning experiences that offer students clarity.

6 - 8 weeks

Self-Paced, Cohort-based

6 Modules

Online

Leveraging AI to Develop Course Resources

Utilize AI to create instructional materials and generate resources to support student learning.

1 - 2 hours

Self-Paced

1 Module

Online

Writing Effective AI Prompts

Create AI prompts using reflective questioning to refine outputs and efficiently craft engaging course announcements.

1 - 2 hours

Self-Paced

1 Module

Online

Creating an Inclusive and Supportive Online Learning Environment

Create an online learning environment that propels student engagement and helps students persist in their studies.

7 - 8 weeks

Self-Paced, Cohort-based

7 Modules

Online

Promoting Active Learning Online

Actively engage students with evidence-based teaching practices in varied learning formats.

6 - 8 weeks

Self-Paced, Cohort-based

6 Modules

Online

Inspiring Inquiry and Lifelong Learning in Your Online Course

Motivate students, deepen their understanding, and help them take greater ownership of their learning.

6 - 8 weeks

Self-Paced, Cohort-based

6 Modules

Online

Effective Teaching Practices

Ensure students experience dynamic and inspired online teaching that propels their success. Course completers earn a certification in ACUE’s Framework.

9 - 10 months

Self-Paced, Cohort-based

4 Courses

Online

Fostering a Culture of Belonging

Equip educators and campus professionals with evidence-based practices that ensure students and colleagues feel seen, heard, and valued.

8 weeks

Cohort-based

4 Modules

Online

Empowering Students to Use AI Responsibly

Learn how to develop students’ understanding and responsible use of AI by setting clear expectations and teaching them to use it to support their learning.

1 - 2 hours

Self-Paced

1 Module

Online

Effective Online Teaching Practices

Ensure students experience dynamic and inspired online teaching that propels their success. Course completers earn a certification in ACUE’s Framework.

9 - 10 months

Self-Paced, Cohort-based

4 Courses

Online

Teaching with AI-Inclusive and AI-Resistant Learning Experiences

Develop skills in designing and creating assignments that effectively leverage AI, including assignments that are AI resistant.

1 - 2 hours

Self-Paced

1 Module

Online