New Instructor Events & Resources
First-Time DCE Instructors: Training Requirements
Instructors teaching a DCE course for the first time must complete a short series of trainings before the term begins. Please register for and complete the required trainings described below.
- The training completion deadline for Extension School Fall 2026 is August 24, 2026.
New Instructor Orientation
Required
Teaching in DCE differs in important ways from what you may have experienced elsewhere. The orientation is designed to give you the tools and knowledge you need to prepare your course and successfully navigate the semester.
Please register to attend the orientation live or to watch the recorded session if you were unable to attend.
Transparent Teaching Workshop
Required
In this live-attendance workshop, our faculty development team will work with you and other new instructors in developing teaching practices that allow all students to learn in a supportive academic environment.
Please register for a workshop; live attendance is required.
Canvas Best Practices Learning Module
Required
This self-paced training covers both essentials and advanced techniques specific to DCE’s custom version of Canvas.
Please register in the Faculty Portal.
Leveraging Technology in Online Formats
Required for instructors of web conference courses only
In this small group workshop, our faculty development team will work with you to identify strategies for maximizing student engagement in your web conference course. You will learn how to use the custom web conference tools developed by DCE.
Please register for a workshop; live attendance is required.
Questions?
Register for events in the Faculty Portal
Select "Events" in the Portal's top menu
Select "New Instructor" on the Events page
Event tickets will be emailed to you upon registration
For further assistance, contact: dce_academicaffairs@fas.harvard.edu