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Distance Learning Instruction Series (DLIS)

In order to meet the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) and Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) requirements, Austin Community College (ACC) instructors must complete the Distance Learning Instruction Series (DLIS) before teaching a distance education course. The series provides information, examples, and tips on teaching effective and engaging distance education courses. The series is divided into five modules, each of which focuses on one major component of distance education instruction.

All module assessments must be completed in order to receive credit for the series.

Overview

The Distance Learning Instruction Series (DLIS) is designed to provide faculty with information, examples, and tips on teaching effective and engaging distance learning courses. The series is divided into five modules, each of which focuses on one major component of DL instruction. You must complete all five modules in order to receive credit for the series. Completion of the series fulfills the requirement for faculty training in distance learning instruction.

This class is offered as a self-paced online course in Blackboard. Enrollment is a two-step process.

    1. Enroll by clicking on the link below. Distance Education (DE) will be notified automatically.
    2. Manual enrollment in Blackboard by DE. DE will then enroll you in the Blackboard course and you will be notified when this process is complete.

Topics

      • Introduction to ACC Policies and Practices for Online Teaching

      • Writing Learning Objectives and Aligning Your Course

      • Technologies and Resources for Online Learning

      • Universal Design and Accessibility in Online Courses

      • Best Practices in Structuring Your Online Course

 

REGISTER FOR DLIS

The enrollment process may take up to two business days to complete.

NOTE: Each module includes activities and assessments. You must score at least 85% according to specified criteria to successfully complete the training. You will receive a total of five credit hours upon successful completion.

Contact

If you do not receive notice of enrollment from DE or have any other questions or concerns, please contact dlstaff@austincc.edu.