Educators
Student-Centered Approaches to Teaching and Technology
A common technology toolkit for students will enable instructors to enhance learning through active assessments and project-based learning. All who teach at the university will not only have opportunities for professional development in digital pedagogy, but also for community building with other instructors interested in educational strategies that leverage digital tools.
What is Digital Flagship Educators?
Digital Flagship Educators is the instructor-facing component of Digital Flagship’s broader initiative, striving to establish a connected and supported community of practice among those who teach at Ohio State. Within the program, there will be opportunities for instructors to adopt new technology and teaching strategies by focusing on meaningful digital literacy development.
Educator Program Pillars
Course Design
The opportunity for innovative projects and streamlined classroom solutions are available with the introduction of a common technology. As instructors work through these possibilities, we provide resources and support for integration of iPad technology. Visit the Teaching & Learning Resource Center for guides to technology toolsets and incorporating them in your curriculum.
Community Events
We will offer community events to support the sharing of ideas, challenges and instructional models. We will work to foster a transparent conversation that supports the creative educators and innovators at Ohio State as well as the many organizations that support them.
Awards & Recognition
Instructors may receive certification and recognition for their professional learning activities through the University Institute for Teaching and Learning's endorsement program. The Digital Flagship Educators endorsement is open to anyone who completes the training as well as the endorsement application.

Centralized Course Core: Students First & the Teaching Expectation
Digital Flagship prioritizes consistent student learning experiences throughout courses and strategic development of workforce readiness in our students. Our evaluation of student experiences, as well as the LMS data use, has revealed
- The course syllabus is posted in a clear, user-friendly location.
These three items will serve as the baseline for Digital Flagship Educators activity participation.