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Association of College and University Educators to Strengthen Teaching and Learning for More Than 250,000 Students Through New National Initiative

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023
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NEW YORK, June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) today launched a new national initiative, Fostering a Culture of Belonging: The National Higher Education Excellence Challenge Grant Program, that will strengthen the higher education experience for hundreds of thousands U.S. students. Developed with Carnegie Corporation of New York (CCNY), this new program will allow up to 2,000 professors and staff to earn an ACUE certificate through its "Fostering a Culture of Belonging" course. Given typical teaching loads, the course will benefit an estimated 250,000 students annually. The announcement was made last week at the inaugural National Higher Education Teaching Conference co-hosted by CCNY, ECMC Foundation and others.

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  • Given typical teaching loads, the course will benefit an estimated 250,000 students annually.
  • The announcement was made last week at the inaugural National Higher Education Teaching Conference co-hosted by CCNY, ECMC Foundation and others.
  • "Our first task as educators is to create a welcoming learning environment that enables all students – regardless of their backgrounds – to succeed.
  • Great teaching makes this happen, and it's the pre-requisite for learning," said Jonathan Gyurko, Ph.D., ACUE President and Co-founder.

Seven "Movement Maker" Colleges and Universities to be Honored by Association of College and University Educators at National Higher Education Teaching Conference

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023
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NEW YORK, May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dramatically increasing student retention. Providing nearly 100 percent of faculty with the foundation for delivering excellent instruction. Demonstrating an enduring commitment to the success of all students. These are just a few of the accomplishments of the seven colleges and universities that will be honored as "Movement Makers" at the Association of College and University Educators (ACUE)'s inaugural National Higher Education Teaching Conference (NHETC), June 22-23 in New York City.

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  • These are just a few of the accomplishments of the seven colleges and universities that will be honored as "Movement Makers" at the Association of College and University Educators (ACUE)'s inaugural National Higher Education Teaching Conference (NHETC) , June 22-23 in New York City.
  • Broward College is a five-time Aspen Finalist and attributes some of its success to equipping faculty with evidence-based teaching practices.
  • UAPTC serves as a model for community colleges with its comprehensive approach to student success through effective teaching.
  • University of Southern Mississippi : In the fall of 2016, University of Southern Mississippi (USM) faculty began taking ACUE microcredential courses.

University of Southern Mississippi Realizes Higher Retention Rates When Students Learn With Association of College and University Educators-Certified Faculty

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Wednesday, May 3, 2023
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HATTIESBURG, Miss. & NEW YORK,  May 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- First-year students at the University of Southern Mississippi (USM) who took at least one course taught by Association of College and University Educators (ACUE)-certified faculty were more likely to return in the next academic year, according to a 2023 study from ACUE and USM. The study also revealed a "dosage effect," showing that the higher the proportion of courses the first-year students took with ACUE-certified faculty, the more likely they were to return for the next school year. Analyzing retention results, it is estimated that USM realized a return of more than 860 percent on its investment in ACUE credentialing for its faculty.

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  • The study also revealed a "dosage effect," showing that the higher the proportion of courses the first-year students took with ACUE-certified faculty, the more likely they were to return for the next school year.
  • Analyzing retention results, it is estimated that USM realized a return of more than 860 percent on its investment in ACUE credentialing for its faculty.
  • With one out of every three full-time faculty ACUE-certified, the university is on track to ensure every student benefits from high-quality, evidence-based instruction in every class.
  • "USM's inspiring story is one of many that NHETC attendees will have the opportunity to learn more about in June."

Association of College and University Educators Convenes Inaugural Conference to Accelerate Student Success Through Great Teaching

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Thursday, March 30, 2023
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NEW YORK, March 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Association of College and University Educators (ACUE), the leader in student success and equity through quality instruction, believes the key to restoring public confidence in the value of higher education is to ensure student success through great teaching. To help colleges and universities provide all students with access to effective learning opportunities, ACUE today unveiled the agenda for the inaugural National Higher Education Teaching Conference (NHETC).

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  • To help colleges and universities provide all students with access to effective learning opportunities, ACUE today unveiled the agenda for the inaugural National Higher Education Teaching Conference (NHETC) .
  • "Decades of research demonstrate effective instruction has the greatest impact on student success," said Penny MacCormack, Ed.D., Chief Academic Officer, ACUE.
  • By convening the best minds in higher ed, our inaugural national conference will further the national movement to create learning environments where all students can be successful."
  • In addition, more than 75 other experts, practitioners and champions of effective college instruction will lead more than four dozen concurrent sessions.

ACUE Launches National Credential to Deepen Student Belonging through Campus-Wide Equity and Inclusion Efforts

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Thursday, December 1, 2022
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NEW YORK, Dec. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) today launched a new microcredential, Fostering a Culture of Belonging (FCB), designed to equip every instructor and staff member—from administrative leaders to admissions counselors, HR professionals, advisors, campus safety officers, and more—with actionable strategies they can implement to contribute to whole-campus diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts.

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  • This offering is rooted in the diversity, equity, and inclusion research and can help any higher education institution ensure their students and colleagues feel seen, heard, and valued," said Penny MacCormack, ACUE chief academic officer.
  • Our newest offering recognizes that every member of a campus community plays a critical role in deepening students' sense of belonging.
  • "Accelerating student success and equity takes more than a great class; it requires a whole campus committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment.
  • About ACUE: The Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) is on a mission to accelerate student success, belonging, and equity through quality instruction.

New Meta-Analysis Demonstrates “The ACUE Effect”: Quality Teaching Drives Significant and Positive Student Outcomes

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022
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We set out to estimate the average effect of ACUE faculty on student course outcomes.

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  • We set out to estimate the average effect of ACUE faculty on student course outcomes.
  • We found evidence of a positive average effect of ACUE and are now even more confident about the range of positive effects that we might expect from new partnerships.
  • "Today, with nearly all of our full-time faculty ACUE Certified, UA-PTC's investment in quality teaching is paying off for students and faculty.
  • About ACUE: The Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) is on a mission to accelerate student success, belonging, and equity through quality instruction.

New Study Shows UA - Pulaski Technical College Achieves Stronger, More Equitable Student Achievement Through Campus-wide Investment in Quality Teaching

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Thursday, June 16, 2022
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Since the partnership began, ACUE and UA-PTC have led a longitudinal study evaluating the impact of effective teaching on student outcomes.

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  • Since the partnership began, ACUE and UA-PTC have led a longitudinal study evaluating the impact of effective teaching on student outcomes.
  • The UA-PTC findings further confirm numerous independently validated studies demonstrating better outcomes for students taught by ACUE Certified faculty.
  • At UA Pulaski Technical College, were changing that by investing in ACUE programs to reach every faculty member to the benefit of every single student.
  • The Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) mission is to ensure student success and equity through quality instruction.

New Study Shows Investment in Quality Teaching Leads to Higher Student Retention at The University of Southern Mississippi

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Thursday, February 10, 2022
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The implementation of our ACUE Faculty Development Institute has made a significant impact on teaching practices and student success over the past five years at The University of Southern Mississippi, noted USM Provost Steven R. Moser.

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  • The implementation of our ACUE Faculty Development Institute has made a significant impact on teaching practices and student success over the past five years at The University of Southern Mississippi, noted USM Provost Steven R. Moser.
  • Student retention is only one benefit of the ACUE Faculty Development Institute, according to USM Executive Vice Provost Amy Chasteen.
  • It is gratifying to see ACUEs work with the University of Southern Mississippi produce such positive results toward strengthening student learning and persistence.
  • The Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) mission is to ensure student success and equity through quality instruction.