Professional Development

Faculty and instructional designers often struggle to translate quality standards into daily practice. Many find rubrics overwhelming or disconnected from their teaching reality, while traditional workshops fail to produce lasting change in course design habits. One-size-fits-all training frequently ignores institutional context and specific faculty needs.

The CalibrEd Approach: Rather than offering generic workshops, I create tailored professional development experiences that transform abstract quality principles into practical design techniques. By focusing on immediate application and lasting habit formation, my approach helps faculty and designers integrate quality standards into their everyday workflow, leading to sustainable improvement.

Your Professional Development Program Includes:

Customized Workshops

Tailored to your institution's QA framework and goals
Focused on practical application vs. theoretical concepts
Hands-on activities with real courses and content
Flexible formats for various time constraints and modalities

Microlearning Resources

Just-in-time guides for specific design challenges
Video tutorials for common QA implementation questions
Checklists and quick reference tools for daily use
Digital resource library for ongoing support
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Implementation Support

Follow-up coaching sessions for challenging issues
Office hours and personal appointments for real-time assistance
Feedback on course revisions and implementations
Progress tracking and adjustment recommendations

Available as standalone workshops, comprehensive faculty development programs, or train-the-trainer models.

Benefits

Increased faculty confidence in applying quality standards
Practical skills that transfer immediately to course design
Higher rates of QA implementation across programs
Reduced resistance to quality assurance initiatives
More consistent student experience across courses
Sustainable quality culture beyond initial training
Measurable improvement in key course quality indicators
Scalable approach that extends beyond initial participants

Frequently Asked Questions

What delivery methods do you offer?

Virtual workshops have become the preferred delivery method for most institutions. These online sessions achieve higher participation rates and better follow-through while providing additional benefits like recordings and seamless technology integration. While in-person options remain available, the virtual format typically offers superior flexibility and value.

How long are your workshops?

Synchronous sessions (either in-person or online) range from focused 60-minute sessions to full-day workshops, with most institutions preferring a series of 90-minute sessions spaced over time to allow for implementation and feedback. Asynchronous sessions are typically two to three weeks long or self-paced for unfacilitated workshops.

How do you address faculty resistance to quality standards?

My approach focuses on the "why" behind quality standards, connecting abstract criteria to tangible student outcomes. By demonstrating how quality practices solve real teaching challenges and improve student experiences, I help shift the perspective from "compliance" to "enhancement."

Can you train our internal team to deliver ongoing professional development?

Yes, the train-the-trainer model is a popular option. This includes comprehensive facilitator guides, customized presentation materials, workshop activities, and coaching sessions that prepare your internal team to sustain professional development independently.