Faculty members who support STEM learning can join online micro-courses focused on improving student success

Cincinnati State full-time and adjunct faculty members, as well as staff members and administrators who work with students who are seeking a STEM-related degree (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) are invited to participate in a series of online micro-courses offered by the Ohio Association of Community Colleges (OACC) Success Center, in partnership with the Association of College and University Educators (ACUE).

• The ACUE micro-courses focus on learning and implementing research-based teaching practices that improve student success.
• ACUE micro-courses are asynchronous online courses that give participants opportunities to think about their own course (which may be offered in online or other modalities), attempt to implement new or expanded skills, and reflect on the effectiveness of those changes.
• ACUE estimates participants will spend 2-3 hours per week on their micro-course work. 
• Those who successfully complete ACUE micro-courses earn digital badges that document your achievement.

The ACUE micro-courses offered include:

• Mar. 27 – May 21, 2023 – Fostering a Culture of Belonging  – This micro-course is open to faculty, student support staff, and administrators
• May 22 – July 2, 2023  – Designing Learner-Centered and Equitable Courses
• Sep. 18 – Nov. 19, 2023 – Promoting Active Learning with Concentration in Career Guidance and Readiness   

Click to learn more about ACUE micro-credential courses.

Click here to apply now for March, May, and/or September micro-courses.

• The application period for the March courses ends Wednesday, March 15.
• If openings are available, applications for May and September courses will reopen later.

If you have questions, please contact Laura Rittner at OACC (lrittner@ohiocc.org) or reach out to Assistant Dean of Online Learning Stephanie Stafford (stephanie.stafford@cincinnatistate.edu).