Teaching online
Better learning. By design.
At 51, we're dedicated to empowering you with the tools and support you need to craft exceptional online learning experiences. Our tailored workshops and consultations ensure that your online courses are not just effective, but engaging and impactful. Join us in redefining online education through innovation and continuous improvement. Let's collaborate, innovate, and transform education together.
Professional Learning and Consultation Services
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Guidance on effective online teaching strategies, course design principles, and incorporating active learning techniques.
Schedule of workshops and webinars on pedagogical approaches tailored to online learning environments.
Resources from our workshops and best practices for online pedagogy and instructional design.
Assistance with creating multimedia content, designing assessments, and integrating educational technologies into course materials.
Resources from our workshops and best practices for instructional technologies.
Resources and assistance for ensuring course materials and activities are accessible to all students, including those with disabilities.
Anyone can register for free access to the site by logging into MyQM and selecting “Workshop - Register” in the side navigation. If you've already registered, the AURS link can be found in your dashboard of the QM Classroom after you log in.
Resources from our workshops, instructions for using UDOIT and Panopto for accessibility, and the Color Contrast Guide- a comprehensive guide to understanding accessibility regarding color contrast and how to use 51 brand colors effectively for all.
Assistance with online learning platforms, troubleshooting technical issues, and guidance on utilizing digital tools effectively.
Opportunities for faculty to connect with peers, share experiences, and collaborate on innovative teaching approaches.
Professional learning events focused on online teaching and learning.
Quality design initiative
By participating in our Quality Design Initiative, faculty can enhance their online courses, improve student success, and contribute to a culture of excellence in online education.
Our Team
Lori Driscoll, Ed.D.Executive Director |
Mark Douglas, Ed.D.Instructional Designer |
Savannah Blazer, M.S.Instructional Technologist |
Martha (M.D.) Matlock, M.S.Online Learning Specialist |

"The Online Learning Readiness and Success Canvas course is a comprehensive tool that imparts practical, useful knowledge so students can succeed in the online learning environment."

"The IYOC was super helpful by providing a framework for making my online course more efficient and accessible for my students."

“I am so happy that you have guided me and helped me so much to do this! Thanks to your help, I am pleased with the course now. It is going to be great to interact closely with all of the students! Go Online Learning!”