ACUE Research Insights
Explore the research that underpins ACUE’s evidence-based practices—comprehensive studies showing measurable improvements in teaching and learning outcomes.
The Experts Behind Our Research
Institutions are moving the needle for students and faculty by investing in ACUE’s faculty development. Rigorous research reveals how ACUE-certified faculty make a difference in the classroom and beyond. The research team brings together expertise in higher education, psychology, public policy, and program evaluation to study the impact of effective teaching on students, faculty, and institutions. Their work produces academically rigorous, practical evidence that meets the needs of today’s colleges and universities. This growing body of research gives institutional leaders the confidence to invest in strategies proven to improve student outcomes.
Meghan Snow, EdD
Chief Learning Officer
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Elizabeth Lawner, PhD
Research Advisor
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Paloma Benavides, PhD
Senior Research Associate
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Sarah V Diehl, LPD
Senior Project Manager
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Reports
Explore the evidence behind effective teaching and its impact on students, faculty, and institutions.
January 2026
Queensborough Community College: Sustained impact on student outcomes
Findings from Queensborough Community College on the sustained impact of ACUE certification, including higher grades and lower DFW rates.
Technical Report
January 2026
Florida Atlantic University: Higher completion, grades, and lower DFWs
Findings from Florida Atlantic University show higher completion, improved grades, significant impacts in general education courses, lower DFW rates, and strong outcomes for Hispanic students.
March 2025
Texas A&M University System: Impact of ACUE Certification on student outcomes
System-wide findings from the Texas A&M University System indicating higher grades and lower DFW rates among students taught by ACUE-certified faculty.
September 2024
AI Survey: Faculty perspectives on AI in education
National survey findings on faculty perspectives on AI in education, including areas of excitement and concern.
September 2024
Student Feedback: Why students recommend certain faculty
A Lumina Foundation funded mixed-methods study exploring why students recommend some professors and the themes that shape perceptions of effective instruction.
September 2024
Faculty Mindsets: Transformative effects of faculty development on mindsets
Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation funded this study on the transformative effects of comprehensive faculty development on faculty mindsets and self-efficacy.
August 2024
Student Evaluations of Teaching: Best practices guide
A Gates-funded resource on best practices for student evaluations of teaching, with guidance on survey design, interpretation, and the meaningful use of student feedback.
May 2023
Waubonsee Community College: Higher course completion rates
Study at Waubonsee Community College finds/shows/demonstrates higher course completion rates among students taught by ACUE-certified faculty.
