Although some college faculty have training in education or prior experience in teaching, most professors are hired because of their industry-specific expertise. This lived proficiency is the most important qualification for the job because other aspects of teaching can be learned on the job.

This section has been created with working faculty in mind, as a support to their ongoing growth and excellence in teaching.

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FanshaweOnline Continuous Upgrade Standards, a tiered qualtiy system with four levels depicted as medals: foundational deployment, and essential, elevated, and exceptional delivery.

Quality Delivery on FOL (FOCUS)

Self-assess with the FOCUS tool to continually improve teaching and learning on FanshaweOnline for all delivery modes.

Accessibility & UDL

Design courses that remove barriers and support diverse learners through inclusive, flexible approaches that help every student succeed.

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FNMI, EDI, and Belonging

Engage in practices of reconciliation and inclusion so that all students have an opportunity to learn and belong.