“Establishing a Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) that houses eCampus is a strategic move that allows us to maintain the valued eCampus brand while effectively capitalizing on existing resources, expanding the scope of services, and reflects the diverse range of services we provide to the UAF community.”
Jenn Pedersen
Executive Director
Programs and Services
The Center for Teaching and Learning is a collaborative space that unites students, faculty, and staff, harnessing our collective expertise to foster a vibrant exchange of knowledge, culture, and lived experiences. With a shared commitment to inquiry, discovery, and engagement, we foster innovative, interdisciplinary learning communities that inspire intellectual growth and transformative experiences.
For Faculty
We serve as a hub for evidence-based and inclusive teaching practices where faculty and instructors can learn from one another and the higher education community. Through collaboration, research, innovation, and leadership, the CTL is responsive to the teaching goals and priorities of faculty and academic units. We support all teaching roles from full-time, adjunct, or new faculty to postdocs and teaching assistants.
Our strategic initiatives promote pedagogical innovation and offer professional development opportunities for faculty to enhance faculty teaching skills, expand knowledge of effective instructional practices, and stay informed of emerging trends in education. We provide comprehensive support and resources for faculty to investigate the impact of teaching strategies, assess student learning outcomes, and contribute to the broader knowledge base of effective transformative pedagogies that contribute to the scholarship of teaching and learning.
Migrate to Canvas
UAF has migrated from Blackboard Learn to the Canvas LMS platform. Get information about Canvas, find answers to your Canvas questions, and request assistance with your Canvas-related needs.
Events + Training
We offer weekly learning opportunities, online and in-person. Click an event below, and then the “Reserve a Seat” button to sign up and add it to your calendar.
CONSULT A DESIGNER
Book a consultation with a CTL Instructional Designer for help developing a curriculum, troubleshooting a technical problem, and much more!
ASSISTANCE FORMS
Instructors of eCampus-supported courses can use these forms to get ready for next semester.
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OUR SERVICES
Explore all our services, including program support, course development, continued education, and more.
For Students
We support faculty to build educational programming that values the incredible strengths, diversity, and needs of all learners. Within the CTL, you’ll find eCampus, the longest-running distance learning program in Alaska. Building on a rich history of innovation and commitment to excellence in online learning, we take pride in connecting students to transformative experiences in supportive virtual learning environments designed to fit any schedule.
Our online courses and fully online degrees (eCampus), dual enrollment program, and Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) offer learning experiences that promote access, curiosity, success, and well-being.
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Using Social Annotation to Support a Classroom Community of Practice
Communities of practice in the classroom create opportunities for transformative learning experiences, ones in which students take ownership of their own learning experiences and actively foster a collective learning environment. Social annotation is a tool that leverages collaborative learning to support communities of practice, and can increase student engagement and performance.
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MILL Makerspace September Challenge
Seasonal Learning Summer in Alaska is a time of experiential learning as we build new skills through hands-on, informal learning experiences. Did you pack raft for the first time this summer? Did you mentor a student through their first field season? Did you learn a new food preservation method? Summer learning experiences challenge us as…
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WeVideo Workshop: Authentic Assessment & Routines with WeVideo
Friday, 16 August 2024, from 11am-12pm, join us for training on WeVideo, a browser-based video editing tool that all UAF affiliates have access to use. WeVideo experts will demonstrate how to increase engagement and enhance student learning outcomes through authentic multimedia assessments. You’ll learn how to leverage the full suite of WeVideo’s creation tools, including…
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Transition Smoothly from Flip
Flip, or Flipgrid, is no longer available as a standalone platform. Microsoft, the owner of Flip, has decided to integrate its functionality into Microsoft Teams for Education, leading to the discontinuation of the Flip website and app. As a result, all Flip content is now in read-only mode, and users have until September 30, 2024,…
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MILL Makerspace June Challenge
June’s challenge asks you to bring in the outside. This month, embrace the vibrant and diverse landscapes of Alaska’s summer as your creative inspiration in this unique making challenge. Collect natural items from your hikes, bikes or floats — be it a colorful leaf, a smooth river stone, a wildflower, or whatever inspires you. Bring…
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Game Design Fundamentals Workshop
Join us on June 1st, 11am to 3pm The MILL in Bunnell 143, and enjoy complimentary food as you collaborate, create, and innovate. This is more than just a workshop—it’s a chance to build something fun! Unleash your creativity and enjoy some delicious food at our upcoming Game Design Fundamentals Workshop at The MILL, hosted…