Academy for Teaching Transformation
A comprehensive professional development program dedicated to enhancing the teaching skills of our faculty in their first three years of employment. The Academy aims to equip instructors with practical strategies to foster an inclusive, innovative learning environment, focusing on academic excellence, faculty well-being, and student success. Our seasoned educators provide mentorship, share valuable insights, and facilitate engaging peer discussions.
The Academy for Teaching Transformation now includes “My PLAN” (My Professional Learning Accountability Network) to better support new faculty at MC. This innovative, three-year professional development roadmap provides a clear, comprehensive path toward teaching success.
Key Features of My PLAN:
- Cohort-Based Community: Connect with a supportive cohort of fellow faculty members who will embark on this journey alongside you.
- Dedicated Mentorship: Each participant is paired with a dedicated Instructional Designer Mentor who provides personalized guidance and serves as a consistent point of contact as you navigate your first three years at MC.
- Six-Semester Structure: My PLAN unfolds over six semesters, covering essential themes such as active learning, curriculum design, teaching diverse learners, and future trends in higher education.
- Microcredential: Earn the “TEACHING ESSENTIALS: INNOVATION AND TRANSFORMATION” badge, recognizing your expertise in innovative, inclusive teaching practices.
Six-Semester Learning Sequence
- Blackboard Foundations
- Communication with Students using Blackboard
- Assessment of Student Performance Using Blackboard
- Development and usage of Multimedia for Blackboard
- Introduction to Pedagogy in Higher Education
- Active Learning Strategies
- Assessment and Feedback
- Course Design Principles
- Experiential Learning and High-Impact Practices (HIPs)
- Interdisciplinary Teaching
- Understanding Student Diversity
- Inclusive Teaching Strategies
- Supporting At-Risk and Nontraditional Students
- Problem-Based and Project-Based Learning
- Flipped Classroom Model
- Peer Teaching and Collaborative Learning
- Trends in Higher Education
- Sustainability in Curriculum and Practice
- Service to the MC Community
The redesigned Academy for Teaching Transformation, with My PLAN as a central feature, provides a supportive, innovative, and well-rounded experience for new faculty at MC. Get ready to enhance your teaching, expand your network, and transform the learning experience for your students.
Reach out today to learn more about how the Academy for Teaching Transformation and My PLAN can empower your teaching journey!
Last updated: 10/3/2025