Video and Multimedia Support Strengthens Quality Online Course Development
Faculty who teach online courses have access to Video and Multimedia Support through the Center for Teaching Excellence.
Digital Accessibility Microlearning Series Supports Accessible Course Design
The Digital Accessibility Microlearning Series includes a set of 30-minute sessions focused on specific aspects of digital accessibility in teaching and learning materials.
New Universal Design for Learning Resource Supports Inclusive Teaching
The CTE has launched a new Universal Design for Learning (UDL) resource to help educators design courses that better meet the needs of all learners.
Faculty Engage in Student Experience Project Community of Practice
During Fall 2025, a cohort of 23 faculty members participated in a Student Experience Project (SEP) community of practice as part of USC's engagement with a national initiative focused on student learning experiences.
Fall 2025 Completers Recognized for Teaching and Learning with GenAI
Educators who completed the Teaching and Learning with Generative Artificial Intelligence webinar series during Fall 2025 are being recognized for their engagement with instructional uses of generative AI.
EXCITE Active Learning Certificate Expands Opportunities for Engaged Teaching
A new EXCITE Active Learning Certificate of Completion is now available to support educators interested in strengthening student engagement through active learning.
New Course Launch: Designing and Delivering Effective Online Courses
Designing and Delivering Effective Online Courses is an asynchronous, online course that supports those who teach online or plan to teach online.
CAREolina Highlights Empathy and Care in Teaching and Learning
CAREolina, on March 23-27, 2026, offers a week-long focus on empathy and care in teaching and learning, highlighting practices grounded in Pedagogies of Care.
Supporting Teaching Practice through the GenAI Showcase
The Generative AI (GenAI) Showcase highlights instructional uses of generative AI at USC through applied, course-level examples shared by 12 fellows from the Provost's AI Teaching Fellowship.
Effective Teaching Course Continues to Support Teaching Practice Across USC
The "Foster Student Learning through Effective Teaching" course continues to serve as a university-wide professional learning resource for those who teach and support teaching.
CTE Expands Outreach through Department Visits
During Fall 2025, a new CTE outreach effort connected directly with academic departments across the university to share information about teaching and learning resources and support.
Bringing Empathy to Life through Virtual Reality in Teaching and Learning
Faculty across USC are using immersive technology to deepen empathy and reflection in teaching.
Circle-ing in on Student Success
USC has implemented CircleIn, a peer-led collaboration platform that enhances student engagement and learning outcomes.
New Faculty in Focus Program Enhances Communication Across Departments
The Faculty in Focus Ambassador Program, led by CTE Instructional Designer Courtney Bailey, has launched with 28 faculty members representing departments across USC.
2025 Garnet Apple Award Winners Honored at Oktoberbest
Six faculty members were honored as the 2025 Garnet Apple Award winners during Oktoberbest: A Symposium on Teaching on Friday, October 17.
Oktoberbest 2025 Brings Educators Together to Share, Learn, and Inspire
The 16th Annual Oktoberbest: A Symposium on Teaching on October 17 brought together 156 participants from USC campuses and other colleges and universities across South Carolina for a day of collaboration and innovation in teaching.
Provost Initiative Launches Online Course Quality Review Process
The Office of the Provost has launched a new initiative to strengthen online learning through a structured Online Course Quality Review Process supported by the CTE.
New Guidelines for AI in Teaching
The CTE has released new Guiding Principles for AI Use in Teaching to help educators integrate AI responsibly and effectively.
Effective Teaching Course Now Open to All USC Educators
The Foster Student Learning Through Effective Teaching course is now open to all educators at USC Columbia, the Schools of Medicine, and Palmetto College, including faculty, staff, and graduate teaching assistants. This online experience helps participants strengthen their teaching through evidence-based strategies that enhance course organization, communication, feedback, and student engagement.
Building a Culture of Digital Accessibility
The Digital Accessibility in Teaching and Learning resources provide practical strategies and guidance. Upcoming opportunities, including the Digital Accessibility Microlearning Series and the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Short Course, help educators design engaging, accessible learning experiences.
New Faculty Orientation Welcomes Over 100 Educators to USC
The 2025 New Faculty Orientation welcomed more than 100 new faculty members to USC for a day of connection, learning, and support. The orientation set the tone for a strong start to the academic year and marked the beginning of an ongoing development experience through the New Faculty Academy.
Explore Updated Resources for Teaching Online
CTE has added a new Online Learning section to our website to support educators currently teaching online or preparing to develop online courses.
University-wide Graduate Student Teaching Award Winners for 2024-2025
The CTE is thrilled to recognize the outstanding teaching achievements of our graduate student instructors and graduate teaching/instructional assistants (GTAs/GIAs) from this past academic year.
Summer 2025 Cohort Completes Reflective Teaching Practices for Medical Educators Program
16 faculty members from the School of Medicine Columbia, School of Medicine Greenville, and the College of Pharmacy have completed the Reflective Teaching Practices for Medical Educators (RTPforME) program, which supports educators in strengthening their teaching through reflection, instructional design, and the application of adult learning principles.
Fall Short Courses Prepare Graduate Students and Faculty for Online Teaching
Registration is open for two fall short courses, Teaching Online for Graduate Students (TOGS) and Technology for Online Teaching and Learning (TOTL), that run from October 1-28, 2025, to support online teaching at USC.