Online & Hybrid Teaching
The COVID-19 pandemic made clear that simply moving traditional, in-person teaching online doesn’t ensure success. Without the unseen advantages of the classroom, we must rethink our methods and materials to support student achievement. At the same time, research shows that many strategies that improve online learning also enhance in-person success, especially for students of color and first-generation college students. In short, applying effective online teaching principles benefits all classes.
CTET offers a range of resources to help faculty create more successful and equitable learning experiences—online or in person. Visit us in person or over Zoom with any questions about the resources below.
Enhanced Development with Canvas!
Enhance your online teaching through CTET’s three-tier professional development series. Each level builds on the last, advancing from course design to online facilitation and quality improvement. Participants who complete each level receive a Completion Letter and stipend. Explore the details below to find your next step(s).
Enhanced Teaching Skills: Canvas Levels 1–3 & QLT Certification...
This course guides faculty in evaluating course layout, assessments, engagement tools, student resources, and accessibility to enhance student learning and interaction.Delivered fully asynchronously, participants progress at their own pace with weekly module deadlines, optional synchronous workshops, and facilitator office hours for support.
Eligible participants who complete all requirements will receive a Completion Letter and a $300 stipend.
Fall 2025 Level 1 Cohorts:
Two-Week Intensive: Oct 13–26 (15–20 hrs/week)
Four-Week Course: Oct 13–Nov 9 (6–8 hrs/week)
Faculty who have completed CTET’s Level 1: Canvas Design Foundations, or plan to complete it during the Fall 2025 Cohort, are eligible to enroll in Level 2.
This course builds a practical understanding of effective online teaching strategies and the integration of technology to enhance learning.
Participants who complete all course requirements will receive a Completion Letter and a $300 stipend.
Fall 2025 Level 2 Cohorts:
Two-Week Intensive: Nov 10–24 (15–20 hrs/week)
Four-Week Course: Nov 10–Dec 7 (6–8 hrs/week)
If you’ve completed Levels 1 and 2, you’re eligible to enroll in Level 3: QLT Faculty Learning Community. You may also apply for the Winter ’26 cohort if you plan to finish Levels 1 and 2 during the Fall 2025 term.
Participants will collaborate on course design and apply the QLT rubric within their Canvas courses. Those who complete all requirements will receive a $400 stipend.
Level 3 Cohorts:
Four-Week Course: Oct 20–Nov 16, 2025 (6–8 hrs/week)
Two-Week Intensive: Jan 12–25, 2026
Apply Today for Level 3: QLT Faculty Learning Community
Quality Learning and Teaching (QLT) is a CSU-wide standard for online, hybrid, and blended courses that prioritize student success. Courses that complete QLT’s rigorous review earn the QLT badge and are featured in the CSU Online Course Match program. QLT certification is the next step for faculty who’ve completed CTET’s Canvas Course Design Foundations (Level 1) and Online Facilitation Fundamentals (Level 2) courses and want to further strengthen their online teaching. Learn more on our QLT webpage.
Additional Hyflex Teaching Resources
The HyFlex teaching modality combines simultaneous instruction for both in-person and remote students, offering unique opportunities and challenges for educators and learners alike. In response to ongoing interest from faculty, departments, and SSU students in more flexible modes of instruction, the Center for Teaching and Educational Technology (CTET) facilitated its second HyFlex Teaching Program in Fall 2023 to deepen our understanding of the strengths, needs, and challenges of this approach.
If you are interested in participating in a future offering of the HyFlex Instructional Program, please contact CTET at [email protected](link sends e-mail or please
Hyflex Showcase Recordings
Past Event Recordings and Resources