Elevate
What is Elevate?
Embark on a guided expedition with Elevate, a Center for Teaching Excellence faculty development program. This initiative will help faculty create a customized trajectory for professional development, focusing on growth in areas they have identified through self-reflection. Areas of growth include course design and organization; assessment, grading, and feedback; instructional materials; teaching and learning strategies; positive and supportive learning environment; and expertise and professional development. Elevate promotes best practices and research-based strategies that faculty can quickly incorporate into their teaching practice.
Who is this for?
Elevate supports all faculty at every stage of their career, from novice educators to seasoned veterans. Whether you’re a self-starter navigating your first semesters at UF or an experienced faculty member, Elevate is a valuable resource that can help you identify areas of opportunity and support your professional development goals.
How does it work?
Participants engage in three levels of activities in collaboration with a dedicated CTE Consultant:
Level 1: Prelaunch (5-10 hours)
- Complete the application
- Take the self-evaluation
- Hold an initial consultation
- Co-develop a tailored self-development plan with a CTE consultant
Level 2: Elevate Exploration Microcredential (15 – 20 hours)
- Participate in consultations (1 consultation or check-in per month)
- Complete modules in the Elevate Canvas course
- Optional: Invite consultant to observe teaching
- Upon successful completion of Levels 1 and 2, you will earn the Elevate Exploration Microcredential (Proficiency Level).
Level 3: Elevate Completion Microcredential (5 –10 hours)
Complete a culminating activity such as:
- A project (i.e., conduct a research study, develop an initiative, create a course plan, develop active learning ideas, facilitate a CTE workshop)
- A shareable product (i.e., slide show, infographic, poster, video)
- A presentation at Interface (presentation or poster)
- A testimonial
- Upon successful completion of Levels 1, 2, and 3, will can earn the Elevate Completion Microcredential (Mastery Level).