Faculty Resources for Online Teaching

Welcome to the Faculty Resources page. Here you’ll find information, tools, and support to help you design, teach, and enhance online courses. Our office is here to partner with you in delivering high-quality, engaging, and accessible learning experiences for students.

Required Training

Online Teaching Essentials (OTE)

All faculty who teach online are required to complete the Online Teaching Essentials course.

• Learn foundational strategies for designing and delivering online courses.
  
• Gain confidence with technology, course design, and student engagement in digital environments.
  
• Ensure your courses meet institutional standards for quality and accessibility.
  

To enroll in the OTE course, please submit a MyHelp ticket to Online Instructional Design Requests

Instructional Design Services

Our instructional design team provides one-on-one support for faculty developing or revising online courses.

• Collaborative course planning and design consultations
  
• Guidance on solving issues in online teaching (e.g., alignment, assessment development, or content development).
• Strategies for enhancing student engagement and presence online
  
• Support with educational technology and multimedia integration
  

To request instructional design services for your online courses, please submit a MyHelp ticket to Online Instructional Design Requests. We recommend reaching out 8–12 weeks before your course begins for the best results.

Online Course Reviews

We offer reviews of online courses to ensure they meet quality standards and provide a strong learning experience.

• Feedback on course organization, clarity, and accessibility
  
• Recommendations for improving student interaction and engagement
  
• Resources for continuous improvement of your course design
  

To request a review of your online courses, please submit a MyHelp ticket to Online Instructional Design Requests. We recommend requesting a review at least one term before the course will be taught to allow time for revisions. 

Teaching Online Resources & Guides

Explore practical guides and resources to strengthen your teaching practice:

• AI Assessment Guide – Tips for determining which AI policy level they should use in their course assessments.
  
• Accessibility Guide for Online Courses – Step-by-step guidance on creating inclusive courses that are aligned with WCAG 2.1 Level AA and ensuring all learners can fully engage with your content.

• Best Practices for Online and Hybrid Teaching – Proven strategies for engaging students in flexible formats.
  
• Switching to Online Learning – Quick-start resources for moving class sessions online without disruption.
  

Click on the links above to view the online teaching guides. A Georgia Southern login is required to view.