End of Semester Prep
The end of the semester is just as important as the start. Use these resources to finish strong and support your students. If you have suggestions for this page, email tledwebsite@austincc.edu.
Faculty Support Links
- Educational Technologist support: Submit a TDX ticket or call (512) 223‑0111, Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
- Teaching & Learning Centers: Visit the Teaching & Learning Centers page for training and resources.
- Library help: Connect with a librarian via the Ask a Librarian service.
- Teaching consultations: See the Teaching Consultations & Support page for personalized assistance.
End of Semester Tips
The end of the semester is just as important as the start. Below are some tips and resources to help you end on a good note.
1. Breathe! You’re almost done!
2. Create a way to treat yourself for when you’re done.
3. Before starting on your tasks, set up your desk/work area, make yourself a cup of tea/coffee, or anything that helps you focus and get you ready to go!
4. Write a final farewell email to your students. You can add a summary of the course or share some final resources.
5. Create folders to archive your course materials like syllabus, assignments, etc. Upload them to a Google Drive folder to keep them safe and accessible from different devices.
Submit Grades
Submit Grades via Blackboard
Use Blackboard’s Grade Center to submit final grades. For step-by-step instructions, see the Blackboard Grade Center guide in the Teaching & Learning Knowledgebase.
- Review instructions: The guide explains how to enter and manage grades.
- Need help? Contact an Educational Technologist for personalized assistance.
Submit Final Grades via MyACC
- Access MyACC for Faculty to enter your final grades.
- View grade submission deadlines to ensure you submit grades on time.
Grade Submission Information
- View grade submission deadlines for the current term.
- MyACC is available 24/7 except during routine maintenance: Fridays 5 p.m. – Saturdays 9 a.m.
- The grade entry system closes at 5 p.m. on the final grade deadline each semester.
- Submit final grades using the MyACC Class Management/Grading system. A step‑by‑step tutorial is available at classmanagementhelp.
Return Checked‑Out Equipment
If you borrowed technology, such as a webcam, iPad or headset, please return it at the end of the semester.
- Equipment is checked out through the Office of Academic Technology.
- Return items to any Teaching & Learning Center (TLC)—you don’t have to return to the same campus.
Update Your Website
If you maintain a Google Site or other course website, take a moment to refresh it for the end of the term.
- Review course information, contact details and resources for accuracy.
- Add a farewell or next‑steps message for your students.
- Need help? Reach out to an Educational Technologist for support.
Review Your Course Evaluation Results
Reflect on your teaching and plan improvements by reviewing your course evaluation results.
- View your course evaluation results and learn how ratings are presented.
- Email facultyevaluation@austincc.edu if you have questions about your results or ratings.
- Schedule a consultation with an instructional designer to discuss strategies and ideas.
Faculty Events Calendar
Use the interactive Faculty Events Calendar to stay current with professional development opportunities, important dates, and training resources.
- Browse upcoming workshops and professional development sessions.
- Track important college dates and deadlines.
- Access self-paced and archived training resources.
You can filter the calendar by topic and overlay events with your Google Calendar. Bookmark tled.austincc.edu/calendar for quick access.
Get Help
Teaching Consultations
Meet with an instructional designer to discuss strategies and topics.
Connect
Stay Connected
Keep up with teaching and learning news, funding opportunities, and events:
- Subscribe to the TLED Faculty Newsletter for announcements about funding and other teaching and learning events.
- Follow TLED on LinkedIn.
- Follow TLED on Twitter.
- Like TLED on Facebook.
- Follow TLED on Instagram.
Contact
Do you have a suggestion for this page? Please email: tledwebsite@austincc.edu.