Faculty and Staff Resources
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Last Updated: Oct 19, 2026, 09:44 AM
The Faculty and Staff Resources webpage serves as a central hub for SIU faculty involved in online education, providing interactive training sessions, development funds for online courses and programs, and comprehensive resources to enhance online teaching and learning. It facilitates faculty support through our partnership with the Center for Teaching Excellence, aiming to improve online pedagogy, inclusivity, and student engagement.
Application for Online Course/Program Development
Are you an SIUC faculty member interested in developing online academic programming? We might be able to help with that! All SIUC faculty members are eligible to apply for development funds through SIUC Online and Extended Campus. All application materials are submitted through the Online Grant Program Submission Form (Microsoft Form). The applications below are provided for you to fill in electronically, print out, and obtain signatures. (E-signatures are also acceptable.) Please ensure that you have read all materials before applying.
Submitting Application
Submit all application materials via the OCPDG Application Microsoft Form
Required Documents
- Application form (signed by all required parties)
- Proposal narrative (see grant guidelines)
- Draft syllabus
- Programs: Please submit all syllabi together in a .ZIP folder
Application Deadlines
- Single Course
- Fall submissions: October 1
- Spring submissions: March 1
- Program Course
- Submissions: October 1
Access Your OLC Member Benefits
All SIU instructors and staff automatically receive full access to an Online Learning Consortium (OLC) membership.Your institutional membership unlocks professional development, research tools, course design resources, and ongoing support for online teaching and learning. For a quick start, check out the OLC Member Resources webpage.
Get Started with OLC
OLC provides a robust library of tools to help you strengthen your online teaching, support student success, and explore innovative practices. Since SIU is an institutional member, all you need to do is log in and begin exploring.
Top 4 Things to Do First:
- Create Your OLC User Account/Profile
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Set up your individual OLC account using your SIU email address. This ensures you receive full member access to tools, professional development, and resources.
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- Subscribe to OLC Today
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Get weekly updates on emerging online learning practices, new research, and upcoming events.
Tip: After subscribing, remember to update your communication preferences.
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- Explore Your Member Resources
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Once logged in, take advantage of OLC’s free member benefits, including:
- The new OLC Course Review Scorecard with Assistant GPT
- Live and recorded OLC webinars
- Access to the OLC Research Center
- Additional toolkits, frameworks, and guides
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- Rejuvenate & Grow Your Skills
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Invest in your professional development by exploring OLC Online Teaching Certificate Programs. These programs help you deepen your expertise and advance your online teaching career.
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