Program Overview

Introduction to the Online Teaching Certification Seminar

The Online Teaching Certification Seminar (OTCS) is designed to familiarize instructors with the information they need to deliver quality online learning experiences. The seminar supports the UM System-wide requirement that instructors teaching online courses be certified before teaching online.

Program Overview

The Online Teaching Certification Seminar is a 6-week, fully-facilitated program focusing on continued development as an online instructor and strengthening online teaching through an exploration of 5 Pillars of Quality Course Design. This seminar places an emphasis on learning from and with a cohort of peers from across Missouri S&T;, with facilitation guidance provided by a CAFE staff.

Program Structure

• The program is fully online, in Canvas, and asynchronous.
• The program has a weekly schedule over 6 weeks, with multiple start dates.
• The program is facilitated by Missouri S&T; CAFE staff.
• The estimated time for the certification course is 21 hours over a six-week period.

Certification and Re-Certification

The Online Teaching Re-Certification Seminar (OTRS) supports the requirement that re-certification occurs every 5 years. Instructors who have previously been certified with the UM System OTCS, ACUE, or other recognized certification program may qualify for the Online Teaching Re-Certification Seminar.

Program Details

• The Online Teaching Certification Seminar and the Online Teaching Re-Certification Seminar differ in their focus and requirements.
• The 5 Pillars of Quality Course Design are a key component of the Online Teaching Certification Seminar.
• The program is designed to support instructors in delivering quality online learning experiences.