Only a few spots remain for Association of College and University Educators fall courses. Courses are open to faculty and staff members at Metropolitan State University of Denver who seek to develop skills across the teaching, mentoring and culture-cultivation 
spectrum. Applications for the following courses will remain open until Aug. 22 but may close earlier if registration reaches capacity.
ACUE courses prepare and support college educators to teach with research-based best practices, improving student achievement and closing equity gaps.
Fostering a Culture of Belonging
MSU Denver contracts with ACUE to provide college teaching courses and a certificate. This year, employees can take the newest ACUE course, Fostering a Culture of Belonging, during the fall semester. The course will be offered Sept. 9-Nov. 10 and includes pathways for faculty and staff members.
“The course covers four modules over eight weeks, with time to process the ideas and implement new practices along the way,” said Bridget Arend, associate director of Teaching and Learning. “This course is not part of the ACUE certification, but those who complete the course receive a course badge.”
Modules include:
- Managing the Impact of Biases
- Reducing Microaggressions
- Addressing Impostor Phenomenon and Stereotype Threat
- Cultivating an Inclusive Environment
Promoting Active Learning
In addition, MSU Denver continues to offer the four ACUE courses that lead to a nationally recognized Certificate in Effective College Instruction endorsed by the American Council of Education. Since 2019, over 120 MSU Denver faculty members have received the certification.
“The University has invested in these opportunities for all faculty members of all ranks and types, and the program has been valuable to new and veteran faculty members looking to deepen their practice, try out new ideas and discuss teaching with colleagues,” Arend said.
Starting this year, one course will be offered each semester. Participants can sign up for courses individually, completing the four courses over two years, or just take one course of interest.
The Promoting Active Learning course explores:
- Developing Effective Modules and Microlectures
- Teaching Powerful Note-taking
- Using Groups to Ensure Active Learning
- Using the Active Learning Cycle
- Planning and Facilitating Effective Discussions
To learn more, visit the ACUE page within the Center for Teaching, Learning and Design website.
