CRTLE NEWSLETTER

NEWS 135, August 12, 2026

Welcome, Faculty!

We’re excited to welcome you to another semester of learning, connection, and growth! Remember, CRTLE is here to support you in your teaching!

This course is a great opportunity for faculty who want to create more transparent, equitable, and supportive learning environments while maintaining rigor and keeping their own workload manageable.

This course is a great opportunity for faculty who want practical, manageable ways to make their online courses more welcoming, predictable, flexible, and student-centered—while maintaining academic rigor and supporting a stronger sense of belonging.

These self-paced, expert-designed modules only take about one hour each to complete!

Get Started in 3 Easy Steps:

✅ Create or log in to your OLC account using your institutional email. 

✅ Register for the Microlearning Library

✅ Click “Register” to claim your free access.

Faculty Testimonial on OLC Microlearning Library:

"The course I completed, AI-Resistant Assignments for Authentic Learning, was very manageable. It took about an hour to complete but provided the information I needed. It included both reading, simple activities, and videos. If you are interested in a topic but don't have time to do a deep dive on it, I recommend checking out the courses in the OLC Microlearning Library.” 

Dr. Shelley Wigley, Department of Communication

It is not too late to join in! These are semester or year-long programs.

The Student Experience Project (SEP) is a faculty-centered, research-informed community of practice that helps faculty use practical, evidence-based strategies to strengthen belonging, persistence, and student success without a major course redesign.

Faculty explore strategies focused on growth mindset, resilience, self-efficacy, trust, and welcoming learning environments while learning from colleagues and applying these practices in their own courses.

Deadline to apply is by August 23rd!

Choose the PLC that fits your interests:

🤖 PLC 2: Teaching with AI — Explore practical, pedagogy-focused ways to use AI for teaching and learning.

🚀 PLC 3: Teaching in the Age of AI — Dive deeper into AI, assessment, academic integrity, course design, and future-ready teaching.

Both PLCs offer opportunities to learn, collaborate, try new strategies, and shape the future of teaching at UTA. No AI experience required, just curiosity and a willingness to explore!

Deadline to apply is by or before August 27th!

Learn more about CRTLE and our Partners

Join us on August 26th for a Virtual Open House!

Open to all UTA Faculty

The CSL Faculty Fellows Program consists of up to ten Fellows who participate in a semester-long, intensive four-seminar cohort.

Not only do Fellows gain tools for integrating a service component into an existing course in an academically rigorous way, but they also build collaborative relationships with faculty across disciplines and with community agencies.

Also, this Fall from CSL the Annual Community Partner Breakfast!

The annual Partner Breakfast brings together UT Arlington Faculty, Staff, and Administrators with regional Nonprofit Community Agencies! 

Friday, August 28

8:00 am - 11:00 am

Trinity Hall, First Floor

in partnership with UTA Graduate School, CRTLE and the EDGE Center

September 18, 2026

8:30 am - 2:30 pm

Trinity Hall, First Floor

Sessions include:

Continue Your ACUE Certification Journey This Fall: Register Now!

Ready to take the next step toward ACUE Certification in Effective Teaching? Registration is now open for upcoming ACUE courses at UTA! Explore available courses and register today through the UTA ACUE portal: https://portal.acue.org/pages/ut-arlington.

Your next credential is just a few clicks away! Contact Peggy Semingson (peggys@uta.edu) and NaKesha Brown (nakesha.brown@uta.edu) for questions.  

ACUE Commons is a digital hub for higher-education faculty to sharpen teaching, boost student success, and grow professionally. Designed for educators at every career stage, ACUE Commons helps faculty stay current, connected, and effective. 

Stay ahead of the curve with AI in higher education!

Subscribe to The all new CRTLE AI Teaching Brief for bi-weekly practical teaching tips on AI, AI teaching approaches, faculty spotlights, and curated resources delivered straight to your inbox. 

Sign up today: https://common.forms.uta.edu/view.php?id=3094669

How can CRTLE support you?

The CRTLE team is here to support and inspire your teaching—from exploring new strategies and redesigning courses to integrating AI and digital tools. Share your questions, ideas, or requests using the form below, and a member of our team will follow up to connect you with the support you need. We look forward to working with you!

Did you miss a CRTLE Session? 

Don't worry! We have recaps of all CRTLE Sessions on our blog!

PEDAGOGY NEXT

Visit the CRTLE website for Updates on Event and Access to Our Many Teaching Resources: https://www.uta.edu/administration/crtle 

OFFICE OF THE PROVOST - CENTER FOR RESEARCH ON TEACHING AND LEARNING EXCELLENCE
PEGGY SEMINGSON, PH.D., ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR AND INTERIM DIRECTOR
BETH FLEENER, PH.D., SENIOR TEACHING INNOVATION RESEARCH ASSOCIATE
NAKESHA BROWN, M.ED., COORDINATOR II, SPECIAL PROGRAMS