DePaul's Teaching and Learning Certificate Program (TLCP) supports the university's
strategic goal to enhance faculty teaching effectiveness
and helps faculty continue to grow as transformative, mission-driven educators.
The program begins with TLCP Foundations, a six-week course that covers the essentials of effective and inspired teaching at DePaul. Participants will learn how to:
- integrate DePaul’s mission into teaching practices
- align measurable course objectives with activities and instructional content
- employ fair and effective assessment strategies that improve learning
- use teaching strategies that promote active learning
- create learning environments that are inclusive, respectful, and productive
- encourage metacognition and reflection
All full- and part-time faculty are eligible for this program.
The application for the Spring Teaching and Learning Certificate Program is now open and will close on
March 6, 2026. Notifications of acceptance will be sent on
April 6, 2026.
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What will participants receive?
Participants who successfully complete the TLCP Foundations course will receive:
- a $400 stipend
- a certificate
- the opportunity to participate in a peer coaching program
- additional incentives and recognition for completing more advanced and specialized training beyond TLCP Foundations
How much time will it take to complete the course?
The schedule below provides details on meeting dates and times for the Spring 2026 cohort. Generally speaking, the time commitment and meeting requirements for every cohort are as follows:
- Participants should expect to invest 30–35 hours total over a period of six weeks.
- The training includes three required synchronous online meetings. Each meeting will be approximately 90 minutes.
- Each week, participants should expect to dedicate at least four hours to completing online readings and activities.
What are the participation and assignment requirements?
To receive credit and compensation for the course, participants must:
- Attend all synchronous meetings
- Complete weekly online readings, videos, quizzes, and discussions
- Complete all assignments, including the development of a teaching philosophy aligned with DePaul’s mission
Spring 2026 Schedule
The program will begin when the D2L course opens on
Monday, April 20, 2026.
Online work will continue each week until the program concludes on
Friday, June 5, 2026.
| Monday, April 20, 2026 |
9:00 am |
Course Opens in D2L |
| Friday, April 24, 2026 |
10:00 am – 11:30 am |
First Online Meeting via Zoom |
| Friday, May 15, 2026 |
10:00 am – 11:30 am |
Second Online Meeting via Zoom |
| Friday, May 29, 2026 |
10:00 am – 11:30 am |
Third Online Meeting via Zoom |
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Who should I contact with questions?
For questions about TLCP Foundations or other faculty development programs and events at DePaul, email
facultydevelopment@depaul.edu.