Teaching & Learning
Teaching & Learning at USF
The University of South Florida serves nearly 51,000 students pursuing undergraduate, graduate, specialist, and professional degrees across 14 colleges and is dedicated to meeting the needs of our student population through a highly relevant curriculum and excellence in teaching and learning.
In support of faculty excellence in teaching and learning, visit the links below to additional resources:
Course Planning & Preparation
The beginning of the semester is a busy time and the following resources will set
you up for success day one.
- Semester Prep Checklist
- Syllabus Information and Resources
- Core Syllabus Guidelines
- USF Syllabus Policy and Required Information
- Canvas Course Resources
- USF Libraries Teaching Support
Digital Learning Resources
Digital Learning is USF's centralized hub of tools, tutorials, and strategies to enhance
teaching in any modality. Digital Learning offers workshops, quick-reference guides,
tutorials, AI use cases, and more. Whether you're teaching fully online or in a traditional
classroom, our digital learning resources are designed to help you create more engaging,
effective learning experiences for your students.
- Live Support: Connect (via Teams) with a Digital Learning expert
- Live Workshops
- Self-Paced Workshops
- GenAI Tutorials, Use Cases, and Tutorials
- Canvas Course Resources
Academic Continuity Faculty Toolkit
The Faculty Toolkit provides information and resources necessary to support course delivery leading up to and after a disruption to university operations.
- Strategies for proactive course design and communication planning
- Tools for transitioning instruction, communicating with students, and maintaining academic progress.
- Support for re-engaging students and restoring instructional momentum.
Policies & Procedures
- SB 266 Guidance
- This guidance addresses three broad areas within the law: (1) state prohibitions on expenditures related to diversity, equity, and inclusion; (2) powers and duties of university presidents related to faculty employment; and (3) updates to the requirements of the state’s general education curriculum for bachelor’s degree programs.
- Academic Misconduct
- Teaching and Learning Policies
Teaching & Artificial Intelligence
USF recognizes the increasing availability and impact of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools on teaching and learning. As GenAI technologies rapidly evolve, it is crucial for faculty to be equipped with the necessary tools and knowledge to integrate this powerful technology into their teaching practices.
- Guidance for Generative AI
- Syllabus Guidance
- GenAI at USF
- Register for the Course Enhancement with GenAI (self-paced) Workshop
- Explore GenAI Tutorials, Use Cases, and Tutorials
Student Success Resources
Faculty are critical partners in student success to help shape student learning experiences and navigate their academic careers.
- Student Accessibility Services
- Office of National Scholars
- ONS takes pride in mentoring students to create the most impactful and competitive applications for nationally prestigious awards.
- Office of Student Engagement in Research and Innovation (SERI)
- SERI can support faculty in adding High Impact Practices (HIPs) to courses, offers grants for undergraduate research mentorship, and provides classroom support through student-focused presentations.
- Center for Career & Professional Development
- USF’s current quality enhancement plan (QEP) is focused on Experiential Centered Learning (ExCeL) with the mission of increasing the career readiness of undergraduates by expanding their skills and experience through meaningful experiences that will contribute to their career and educational success.
- The Center for Career & Professional Development provides a comprehensive array of tools, strategies, and information to help faculty seamlessly integrate career readiness into instruction and advising practices.
Faculty Resources for Community Engagement
As part of the Office of University Community Partnerships, the Community Engagement team supports faculty with community-engaged teaching, research, and service, assisting with course development, collaborative community relationships, and continuing education. We consult with instructors to explore models that best suit their goals and help navigate the requirements of Community Engaged Learning (CEL) courses based on objectives, student outcomes, and community needs.