Begins Sept 15 Online Teaching REcertification Seminar

Online Teaching (Re)Certification Seminar

All online instructors at UMKC are required to maintain current certification in online teaching. This fully online, asynchronous seminar is designed for instructors whose certification has expired, or who are seeking to refresh their skills in quality online course design and facilitation.

Over six weeks, participants engage in weekly modules that provide updates on policy, pedagogy, and best practices in online learning. Faculty explore the fundamentals of quality course design, facilitation, and assessment, align course and module objectives, and practice integrating UMKC-supported technologies—including Canvas, Panopto, Ally, TidyUP, and Zoom—to create accessible and engaging learning experiences for all students.

By the end of the seminar, participants will be able to:

• Differentiate between effective and ineffective online teaching practices.

• Implement best practices for online course design, development, and facilitation.

• Integrate UMKC-supported technologies into accessible online learning experiences.

• Evaluate their course design, materials, and facilitation strategies using QCR-aligned best practices.

• Collaborate with peers throughout the design and development process.

Format

• Modality: 100% online in Canvas (asynchronous)

• Length: 6 weeks (six 1-week modules)

• Time Commitment: ~3–6 hours per week

• Participation: Weekly discussions (post by Wednesday, reply by Friday) plus activities and quizzes

• Final Requirement: Certificate Completion assignment; optional course enhancement plan (facilitator’s call)

Who Should Enroll

• Instructors whose online teaching certification has expired.

• Faculty seeking a structured refresher in quality online teaching practices.

• Any UMKC instructor preparing to design or facilitate online courses with confidence.