Executive Director's Corner

Don't type that phrase ever again

If you find yourself typing the same words or phrases more than once a week, it’s time to set up a text-replacement tool. Typing just a few keys, you can instantly expand shortcuts into full sentences, email addresses, or even detailed feedback for students. I’ve put together a quick guide to the best options—free and paid—for Mac and Windows. Check it out and save yourself some time!

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Instructional Design Corner

Mountain Environments redesign

Dr. Sarah Schliemann partnered with MSU Denver’s CTLD ID team to reimagine her Mountain Environments course. By integrating Open Educational Resources, Universal Design for Learning, and media production, this redesign enhances accessibility and engagement while providing students with a more immersive and inclusive educational experience.

Teaching and Learning Corner

Connecting in the Online Classroom

How do we connect with our online students? Faculty and staff discussed strategies for supporting online students during a recent CTLD Book Discussion. Connecting in the Online Classroom  by Rebecca Glazier presents a strong case that building rapport with students is the most effective means of improving online retention.

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Instructional Accessibility Corner

Learn more about IAG resources

Wondering how to build accessible courses and materials? We invite faculty interested in creating a more inclusive learning experience by removing barriers to connect with the Instructional Accessibility Group to proactively create accessible courses. In addition to providing live virtual trainings, online guides, and accessibility checks, the IAG is also recruiting for our Proactive Accessibility Liaisons (PALs) faculty cohort for Fall 2025.

Contact the Center for Teaching, Learning and Design

Email:

ctld@msudenver.edu

Phone:
(303) 615-0800

Campus Location:
Administration Building, Suite 325

Instructional Design & Instructional Design Studio:
Administration Building, Suite 325

Mailing Address:
Campus Box 19
PO Box 173362
Denver, CO 80217-3362

CTLD Events:
Calendar of events

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