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About TLED

Our Vision

Our vision is for Austin Community College faculty to lead as a model of teaching and learning excellence in higher education.

Who We Are

The Teaching & Learning Excellence Division (TLED) is dedicated to instructional support and innovation. We champion faculty as partners in student success.

What We Do

Frontline Faculty Support

People iconWe are the resource for comprehensive support in course design, funding opportunities, and technology tools for teaching, as well as other high-impact practices that contribute to ACC’s Guided Pathways model. Our staff provides services at all district campuses and for distance education.

Development Experts

News iconWe design programs and training that help faculty integrate effective teaching practices. We offer resources and tools that support student learning and persistence and assist faculty growth in teaching and learning.

Champions of Teaching & Learning Excellence

Trophy iconWe build community and partnerships that strengthen Pathways for students, including experiential learning opportunities and articulation agreements. We offer collaborative opportunities for faculty and recognize faculty accomplishments.

TLED Executive Reports

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Timely updates for enhanced internal communication. View current and past Executive Reports.

Our Mission

We further the mission and student success goals of the College by providing quality instructional services and support for faculty and staff to:

  • Develop evidence-based teaching and learning environments to reach diverse student populations.
  • Develop excellence in instruction through effective and innovative teaching practices.
  • Use current and emerging instructional strategies and technologies to advance the campus-based and online student-centered classroom.
  • Evaluate learning outcomes that are based on student needs.
  • Participate in continuous improvement through a culture of research, planning, engagement, and equity.
  • Develop curriculum to align pathways from high school through university transfer.
  • Capitalize on faculty development opportunities for professional growth.

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