Faculty Resources
This page is designed to be your one-stop destination for all the resources, support, and training you need to succeed in your teaching and course development at the UF College of Education.
We offer support for courses across multiple academic sessions. Whether you’re teaching a full-semester course or an 8-week term, you’ll find everything you need right here.
Instructional Design Support Services
Our team of instructional designers are ready to collaborate with you on all aspects of online course development, including:
Initial Design
Course mapping, syllabus development
Learning Asset Creation
Videos, graphics, and dynamic learning tools
Evaluation
Course review and design consultation
Course Requests
Your online courses should be available in Canvas for each term. If you don’t see your course listed or need a Canvas shell for your face-to-face course, please reach out to the College of Education via Helpdesk or by emailing help@coe.ufl.edu.
Instructional Design Resources
We understand that navigating the various tools and best practices for teaching can be overwhelming. That’s why we’ve compiled a collection of essential guides to help you get started or refine your approach to online, hybrid, and face-to-face instruction.
New Instructor Training: Powerful Online Teaching
Learn the essentials of stimulating student engagement online in under 30 minutes. Designed for adjunct professors, instructors, and teaching assistants.
Travel Guide to Spring 2025
Best practices, tools, and resources for teaching online, hybrid, and face-to-face courses.
Quickstart for Online Instruction
An introduction to the basics of teaching online using Canvas at the UF College of Education.
Canvas Instructor Guide
This comprehensive documentation is provided by Instructure for instructors that utilize Canvas.
*Note: Log in to Canvas view the guide.
UF Instructional Design Resources
In addition to the resources available through ETC, you can also access a variety of university-run programs:
Center for Teaching Excellence
Offers professional development opportunities in online instruction and best practices in online learning.
Center for Instructional Technology & Training
Provides workshops and certifications to improve online instruction and the student experience.
NaviGator AI
Access to AI tools like ChatGPT and Gemini, available for free to UF staff and students.
Disability Resource Center
Receive guidance on implementation of accommodations in online learning environments
Information Technology Resources
UFIT provides comprehensive support for hardware and software needs in online learning.
UFApps
Receive access 24/7 to premium versions of various software applications on any device.
Other Faculty Resources
At the University of Florida, we are dedicated to empowering our faculty with the tools, opportunities, and support needed to excel in their academic and research endeavors. Access key resources that can enhance your work, promote your research, and support your professional growth.
Office of the Provost
The Provost’s Office provides a range of resources to support faculty, including development programs, teaching tools, and funding opportunities
UF in The Conversation
A global platform where UF faculty can share their research and insights with a broad audience that make academic work accessible and impactful.
Research Promotion Initiative
This program helps promote academic research at the time of publication, with a chance to receive $1,000 in research funding for participation.
UF Social Media Policies
Ensure alignment with the University of Florida rand and communication policies, including approval for any social media accounts.
Downloadable Resources
Explore our downloadable resources, including logos, templates, and marketing materials, to help you navigate our services with ease.
Communications Guide
Access language and a comprehensive guide to ensure consistent, clear messaging in your grant proposals and communications media.
Faculty Resources
Explore faculty resources, including professional development opportunities, UF services, and key College information.
Looking for assistance?
Our team is a core unit at the College of Education, dedicated to supporting faculty and staff in achieving their goals. We collaborate directly on grants, projects, and programs, providing expertise and resources to enhance your work.