Department of Teaching and Learning

Five Pillars of Teaching & Librarianship Excellence

Student Assessment

Mentoring

Teaching and Learning Theory

Professional Expertise and Collaboration

Instructional Design & Technology

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Adjunct Support

At Lake-Sumter State College, we recognize the vital role that adjunct faculty play in our educational community. Whether you are new to our college or have been with us for… Continue reading ».
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Artificial Intelligence Toolkit

Generative AI is a branch of artificial intelligence that involves creating systems or algorithms that can generate new data, such as images, videos, or text, that are similar in style, content, or structure to existing data.
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Creating Your Syllabus

Why Syllabus Structure is Important  A clear syllabus helps all learners understand expectations for the course. Additionally, syllabi posting is governed by Florida Statute 1004.
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Design for Course Accessibility

Accessibility Best Practices For each resource type, this guide provides information about the benchmarks for accessibility. Keep these general best practices in mind:  For a comprehensive dive into digital accessibility… Continue reading ».
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Instructional Design: Foundations and Best Practices

Instructional Design is a systematic process used to create educational and training experiences in a consistent and reliable fashion. The goal is to ensure that learning is effective, engaging, and aligned with specific objectives.
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Online Instructor Toolkit

Welcome to the Online Instructor Toolkit—a collection of resources, strategies, and best practices designed to support your success in teaching online. Whether you’re building a new course or enhancing an… Continue reading ».
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Studio LX

Studio LX is a new room on the South Lake campus dedicated to innovative instructional technology such as podcasting tools and eGlass that faculty can use. Interested in recording short-form or longer videos for your classes? Book an appointment with DTL to use the Studio today!