  {"id":1163,"date":"2024-11-04T15:10:31","date_gmt":"2024-11-04T15:10:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mtsu.edu\/online\/?page_id=1163"},"modified":"2026-04-14T22:56:19","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T22:56:19","slug":"online-faculty-support","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.mtsu.edu\/online\/online-faculty-support\/","title":{"rendered":"Faculty Support and Resources"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover has-large-font-size\" style=\"min-height:357px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"15000\" height=\"4900\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-2739\" alt=\"MTSU Online Banner \" src=\"https:\/\/www.mtsu.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/72\/2025\/05\/MTSU-Flowers_.png\" style=\"object-position:50% 50%\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" data-object-position=\"50% 50%\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"573\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mtsu.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/72\/2024\/08\/MTSU-Online-Logo-New-2.png\" alt=\"MTSU Online Logo \" class=\"wp-image-842\" style=\"width:auto;height:200px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mtsu.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/72\/2024\/08\/MTSU-Online-Logo-New-2.png 800w, https:\/\/www.mtsu.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/72\/2024\/08\/MTSU-Online-Logo-New-2-300x215.png 300w, https:\/\/www.mtsu.edu\/online\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/72\/2024\/08\/MTSU-Online-Logo-New-2-768x550.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Canvas Resources for Faculty<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/mtsu.edu\/canvas\">Canvas is replacing D2L<\/a> as MTSU&#8217;s learning management system. Explore our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtsu.edu\/online\/canvas\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"2959\">faculty resources for Canvas<\/a>, including the transition timeline, FAQs, and training resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Events, Workshops, and Clinics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>MTSU Online is dedicated to supporting our faculty&#8217;s continuous growth and success by offering a wide range of professional development opportunities. Each semester, we offer\u00a0scheduled workshops, webinars, and training sessions\u00a0to enhance your online teaching skills and keep you up to date on educational technologies and pedagogical strategies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Online Teaching Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Visit our helpful list of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtsu.edu\/online\/additional-online-teaching-resources\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"1212\">online teaching resources<\/a>, including videos, infographics, tutorials, and guides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Instructional Designers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtsu.edu\/online\/staff\/#Instructional-Designers\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"68\">MTSU Online instructional designers (IDs)<\/a> are dedicated to supporting faculty and enhancing student learning. We offer webinars, workshops, individual consultations, department and program faculty development sessions, and D2L assistance. We collaborate with faculty to ensure best practices in online education and student success throughout the course development process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Proposing an Online Course <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn more about the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtsu.edu\/online\/course-development\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"1182\">course development process<\/a>, expectations, and notifications for course developers. At MTSU Online, we connect faculty with instructional designers to create high-quality, engaging courses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Proposing an Online Program <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn how to propose and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtsu.edu\/online\/online_program_development\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"81\">create a new fully online program<\/a>, concentration, or certificate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Proctoring Services<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtsu.edu\/online\/proctoring-resources-for-faculty\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"2868\">our proctoring services<\/a>. Incorporating proctored activities in online courses ensures academic integrity and fairness. Proctored exams and assignments help verify student identities and maintain the credibility of your course assessments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tutoring for Online Students<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtsu.edu\/online\/tutor-com\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"1210\">tutoring services for students<\/a>, including our partnership with Tutor.com, which provides students with 24\/7 on-demand academic support from expert tutors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Professional Organizations and Memberships<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtsu.edu\/online\/professional-organizations-and-memberships\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"1226\">MTSU Online partners with external organizations<\/a> to provide access to specialized training, professional development opportunities, and a network of experienced online educators. Enhance your teaching skills and stay current in the evolving landscape of online education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Handling Challenging Online Behavior and Issues <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Online classroom management differs from in-person classroom management in many ways. Here are some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtsu.edu\/online\/challenges\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">scenarios and strategies<\/a> for addressing classroom dynamics and resolving conflicts in an online setting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Faculty Newsletter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Stay informed and inspired with our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtsu.edu\/online\/2025\/08\/25\/edition\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"704\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Online Faculty Newsletter<\/a>. Each edition brings you the latest updates, teaching tips, and best practices in online education. 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