Certification in Effective Teaching & Advanced Teaching Certification
Nationally recognized. Evidence-based. Transformative.
Certification in Effective Teaching
ACUE delivers the only nationally recognized Certification in Effective Teaching, endorsed by the American Council on Education (ACE), supported by a vibrant online community of practice.
Certified faculty deliver exceptional teaching in every class, resulting in higher student engagement, improved achievement, and stronger retention—outcomes that enhance institutional impact and support long-term student success.
Taken as four pathway courses or a single comprehensive course—Effective Teaching Practices or Effective Online Teaching Practices—the certification empowers faculty to strengthen their teaching from day one.
| Effective Teaching Practices |
| Creating a Productive Learning Environment |
| Promoting Active Learning |
| Inspiring Inquiry and Preparing Lifelong Learners |
| Designing Learner-Centered Courses |
| Effective Online Teaching Practices |
| Creating a Productive Online Learning Environment |
| Promoting Active Learning Online |
| Inspiring Inquiry and Lifelong Learning in Your Online Course |
| Designing Learner-Centered Courses |
Advanced Certification in Effective Teaching
Elevate your expertise. Deepen your impact.
Today’s college learning environments are evolving. Many students and faculty navigate both in-person and online learning, making it essential for educators to master the nuances of each.
ACUE’s Advanced Teaching Certification recognizes faculty who demonstrate this dual expertise by completing both Effective Teaching Practices and Effective Online Teaching Practices courses.
Grounded in ACUE’s Effective Teaching Framework, the Effective Teaching Practices course engages faculty in thoughtfully designed, evidence-based learning experiences that provide practical strategies they can apply immediately to improve student grades, course completion, and retention. The Effective Online Teaching Practices course prepares faculty for the realities of virtual instruction across synchronous, asynchronous, and hybrid environments.
Together, these courses deepen the impact of certification and strengthen faculty’s ability to drive student success across every learning environment.
Perspectives on ACUE Impact
“Our partnership with ACUE is a vital step in empowering our faculty to deliver outstanding educational experiences for all students. By prioritizing excellence in teaching, we are redoubling our investment in student success and supporting our strategy to become a national leader in student outcomes.”
