Office of the Provost–Division of Faculty Success
Trinity Hall 106, 800 Greek Row Dr., Box 19128
The University of Texas at Arlington
Arlington, TX 76019
Phone: 817-272-7464 | Email: CRTLE@uta.edu
Center for Research on Teaching and Learning Excellence
Welcome
The Center for Research on Teaching and Learning Excellence (CRTLE) supports faculty, staff, and GTAs through workshops, consultations, teaching resources, AI and technology support, course design guidance, and professional development opportunities. CRTLE helps faculty think together, experiment together, and redesign for what comes next. The resources below will help you with specific teaching issues and topics.
Support for teaching, learning, course design, AI integration, educational technology, and faculty development about teaching.
Center for Distance Education (CDE)
The Center for Distance Education (CDE) supports online and hybrid teaching through instructional design and development, Quality Matters, general Canvas support, accessibility guidance, and course development assistance.
Division of Faculty Success
The Division of Faculty Success supports faculty growth, leadership development, mentoring, support with Digital Measures and career, recognition, and career success across all stages of the faculty experience.
OIT (Office of Information Technology)
Service desk can help with general technology support and classroom support.
Not sure where to start?
Reach out to CRTLE and we'll connect you with the right resources and campus partners.
Discover, Learn, and Grow on Your Schedule
Explore Our New On-Demand Learning Page
CRTLE AI Course Redesign Institute For Faculty
AI ISN'T SCARY
Teach boldly. Design Smarter. Empower Students.
Join fellow faculty for a hands-on institute to reimagine your course with AI-no tricks, just practical tools & strategies to enhance teaching and student learning.
In collaboration with partner units across the university.
October 30, 2026, | 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Center for Research on Teaching and Learning Excellence (CRTLE)
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Coffee and Conversation: Teaching in the Age of AI
Join colleagues from across UTA for a series of low-stakes, conversation-based gatherings focused on teaching and learning in an age of AI. These are not workshops where you are expected to be an expert, nor are they debates intended to persuade participants toward a particular viewpoint. Instead, they are opportunities to connect with colleagues, share questions and experiences, hear diverse perspectives, and reflect together on issues that matter to higher education.
Now Available for Faculty
Google AI Professional Certification
Build your AI skills in a free and flexible format by earning the Google AI Professional Certificate through the UTA Coursera Career Academy. The certificate, which provides an opportunity to build practical AI skills and explore new applications for teaching, research, and professional work, is newly available and sponsored by the UT system.
Getting started is easy:
- Log in to MyApps and open the Coursera Career Academy.
- Join the Faculty & Staff Career Academy.
- Search for Google AI Professional Certificate.
- Enroll and start learning.
Be sure you are accessing the certificate through the UTA Coursera Career Academy portal. An overview about the certificate is here: Google AI Professional Certificate | Coursera.
ACUE Commons
We are excited to announce that ACUE Commons—previously available only to faculty who were enrolled in or completed ACUE courses—is now open to all UTA faculty. This expansion allows every UTA instructor to explore ACUE’s evidence‑based teaching resources, one‑hour Quick Studies, and professional learning community.
Examples from UT Arlington Faculty
As an Adobe Creative Campus, we are part of a select group of colleges and universities worldwide that have empowered students in all disciplines to learn the creative, productivity, and AI skills employers need.
How can the Center for Research on Teaching and Learning Excellence 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!
Accessibility Resources
This page provides updated, faculty-friendly guidance on accessibility, and course remediation workflow suggestions. These ideas focus on supporting faculty in building more inclusive, legally compliant, and student-centered learning environments.
Ask a Maverick
The Ask a Maverick initiative, led by the Center for Research on Teaching and Learning Excellence (CRTLE), invites UTA students to share their perspectives on exceptional teaching and learning experiences. Your feedback helps highlight excellence across our campus and contributes to fostering a culture of academic innovation and engagement.
Explore the CRTLE YouTube Channel
Explore recordings of CRTLE events, conferences, and pedagogy sessions that highlight innovative teaching and learning at UTA. Watch past programs and stay tuned for upcoming episodes featuring new insights and faculty discussions on educational excellence.
Stay updated with our latest content by subscribing to our YouTube Channel.
Explore the Pedagogy NEXT Website and Podcast
How can I improve my teaching? What stories do educators have to share?
The Pedagogy NEXT website and podcast series showcases and celebrates teaching stories and insights from both award-winning faculty members and university administrators who directly or indirectly support teaching.
Scan the QR code to visit the Pedagogy NEXT website.
CRTLE Annual Report
Report highlighting many of the activities sponsored by CRTLE each academic year.
Enroll in the Canvas Training for Faculty Course
This self-paced Canvas training course is designed to help you confidently use Canvas to design, launch, and manage your course—whether you’re building a new course or refining one you already teach.
Get Started!
You can begin anytime and progress at your own pace.
 What You’ll Gain
✔️A clear understanding of core Canvas tools and features
✔️Practical guidance for organizing content, assignments, and grades
✔️Strategies for launching your course smoothly and managing it throughout the semester
✔️The flexibility to focus on what you need, when you need it
Designed Around a Typical Semester
The course modules mirror the natural timeline of a semester, from course design and setup to teaching, assessment, and course wrap‑up.
Once enrolled, you can:
✔️Work through the modules in order, following the semester timeline, or
✔️Jump directly to the modules most relevant to your immediate needs