The Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning

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The mission of CETL is to support faculty members’ personal growth in ways that advance social justice and racial equity. We help faculty develop effective teaching practices and support their ongoing professional development.  Learn More about our mission here.

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Improve your student engagement, create better student learning outcomes, and enhance your teaching career through the Center for Excellence in Teaching & Learning programming. 

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Learn About CETL Professional Development Programs

CETL offers a full slate of Professional Development opportunities each semester. These programs include Short- Course Certificate Programs, Workshops, Book Discussions, and Non-Instructional Professional Development.

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Teaching and Learning Spotlight March 2023

Dr. Epplen is an Associate Professor and Emphasis in College Teaching Master’s Program in Sociology. She teaches large enrollment courses, Introduction to Sociology,  while simultaneously running a college teaching internship in sociology for MA Sociology graduate students.

Calendar of Events

Learn about what is happening at CETL and other professsional development opportunities around campus and MinnState.

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CETL Resources

This page describes resources available through the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning.

Faculty Fellows

 This program will allow cohorts of faculty to advance their teaching, scholarship, professional development, student growth, and service to the university and the broader community. Through this program, faculty will pursue work on a particular pedological topic and develop materials designed to improve teaching and learning in their courses.

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Learn about CETL Professional Development Programs

CETL offers a full slate of Professional Development opportunities each semester. These programs include Short- Course Certificate Programs, Workshops, Book Discussions, and Non-Instructional Professional Development.

Learn more about professional development at CETL

Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning Events

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Design Your Course

Looking to design a new course or revamp an existing course? Here are some resources to help you get started.

Teaching and Learning FAQ

Questions about the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning? Check out the answers to frequently asked questions.

Teach Your Course

Looking for ways to improve student's experience in your course? Check out these resources to help create better learning experiences!

Get Feedback on Your Course

Are you looking for feedback on your courses? Learn more about CETL's course observation resource.

Planting, Growing, and Cultivating the Seeds for Racial Justice

This three-part series is an organizational, professional development model that will address diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives that shape policy and practice.

About Us

Improve your student engagement, create better student learning outcomes, and enhance your teaching career through the programming provided by The Center for Excellence in Teaching & Learning.

News and Events

Check out CETL's tips for teaching and learning and current events.

FlexSync Teaching

FlexSync course delivery allows students to attend the same class in-person or remotely via video conference. This website will provide you with some simple actions to help you teach effectively and efficiently with the FlexSync model.

Teaching for Racial and Social Justice

Resources and programs to support CETL's antiracist and social justice initiatives.